Unlike many real estate agents who are simply licensed by their state to do business, REALTORS® belong to the National Association of REALTORS® and have agreed to act under and adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and pledged to protect and promote the interest of their client by providing fair treatment for all parties involved in the real estate transaction. The REALTOR® you work with could be one of your most valuable resources.

BUYERS

We provide you with...

· The ability to Search the MLS for any home for sale in Ventura & LA County ...LIVE & 24 Hours a day!

· Automated email updates of homes that are NEWLY LISTED, come BACK ON THE MARKET or REDUCE in price!

· Information on how to buy or sell Foreclosures, Short Pays and REOs

· Realistic expectations of the Before, During & After aspects of the Home Buying Process

· Exclusive Representation on any home including For Sale By Owner Properties

· Information on current real estate values, taxes, utility costs, municipal services and facilities, and may be aware of local zoning changes that could affect your decision to buy.

We help you by…

· Determining how much home you can afford.  We can suggest ways to accrue the down payment and explain alternative financing methods.

· Being sensitive to the importance you place on this major commitment you are about to make.  

· Researching your housing needs in advanc even if you are relocating from another city.

· Showing you only those homes best suited to your needs such as size, style, features, location, and accessibility to schools, transportation, shopping and other personal preferences within the community.

· Guiding you strategic suggestions on how to offer the best price and terms for the purchase of your home.

· Managing the details of the sale and/or purchase of your home including purchase contracts, addendums, financing, appraisals, disclosures, inspections, appointments, renegotiations, escrow proceedings, etc...

· Coordinating a contingent sale or purchase of another property.

· Providing extensive knowledge and counsel on the most current laws, guidelines, procedures and disclosures in a real estate transaction.

· Saving you time and frustration by facilitating all aspects of purchasing your home.

SELLERS

We provide you with...

· Proven results as to why our listings sell QUICKER and for MORE MONEY than our competition!

· Strategic financing / refinancing options

· Realistic expectations Before, During and After the sale or purchase of your property

· A FREE 60 page Real Estate Book on how to sell your home

· The best price, terms, conditions and salability of your home

· Years of expertise by using the latest innovative ways to market your property to targeted buyers

· Extensive resources that expose your property with an unbeatable marketing plan to as many buyers as possible

We help you by...

· Bringing you Prequalified & Preapproved buyers to make sure they are financially qualified and emotionally motivated to purchase your home

· Negotiating an offer (sometimes multiple offers) to bring you the best price & terms for your property  

· Managing the details of the sale and/or purchase of your home including purchase contracts, addendums, financing, appraisals, disclosures, inspections, appointments, renegotiations, escrow proceedings, timely closings, etc...

· Coordinating a contingent sale or purchase of another property

· Counseling you on the most current laws, guidelines, procedures and disclosures in a real estate transaction

· Saving you time and frustration by facilitating all aspects of purchasing or selling your home…

· Protecting your best interests at ALL TIMES!