Broker Services

Home Search Service & Buyer Representation

All of the buyers I work with throughout NW Oregon know that I make them my first priority, that I scour all available listings to find a match for their home-buying needs and desires, and that I strive to be completely flexible in meeting their demanding schedules.

If you want a skilled representative to make the purchase of your next home easier and safer, call my office at 503-632-8258. You'll get served by a broker who really knows who is Number One in real estate: You the Customer.

Outlined below is a partial list of the many services I provide my buyer clients. In nearly all instances, these buyer services are provided at no charge to the client.

1. Assess housing needs and desires;
2. Search and review all available property listings;
3. Call on properties that are "For Sale By Owner";
4. Contact owners with expired listings to see if they may still be willing to sell;
5. Preview properties for buyer, when requested;
6. Drive buyers to and from properties under consideration;
7. Provide neighborhood and schools information for homes under consideration;
8. Research private and government agency sources for further property information;
9. Negotiate aggressively on your behalf;
10. Provide and complete purchase contracts and other sale-related documents;
11. Re-write and renegotiate contract terms, when needed;
12. Provide loan contacts and information, when needed;
13. Act as go-between for clients' attorneys, accountants, etc.
14. Accompany clients to signing of closing documents;
15. Assist clients in finding babysitters, movers, utilities and other services;
16. Provide post-move follow-up to ensure smooth transition into new home.

Under Oregon law, a real estate broker who works to find a home for a buyer must work in the best interests of that buyer and owes special obligations and duties to that buyer. The broker's fee, however, is most often paid by the firm that lists for sale the property that is being purchased. Fees for a buyer's agent generally are set by listing firms as a percentage of the sales commission owed to the listing firms.

Please, when you're looking for an agent who can do the most for you, remember the broker who knows who really is Number One in real estate.

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Premier Marketing System

In addition to providing superior service for buyers, I am committed to the highest standards of professional service for sellers. Through countless hours of study and experience, I have developed a comprehensive system to market residential, farm and investment properties to maximize the owners' profit potential. Using this system allows my seller clients to get the best possible price and sale terms in a reasonable amount of time.

If you're looking for a top agent to market your property, call my office at 503-632-8258. I'll be happy to explain the features of my system in detail and to show you exactly how you can benefit from allowing me to serve you. My clients throughout NW Oregon know that I give top priority to their needs and concerns (please check my references by clicking the "References" button in the navigation bar at left).

Outlined below is a partial list of the services that make up my Premier Marketing System. The exact system features needed to maximize the return for a specific property will vary somewhat, depending on property type, features and location. Please call me for a custom-designed marketing plan for your property, or to receive a FREE, no-obligation Pricing Analysis.

1. Research and document your property's features;
2. Discuss and establish your needs and desires;
3. Analyze your property's market value and competitive position;
4. Develop detailed marketing plan in writing;
5. Prepare and sign home marketing contract;
6. Place high-visibility, yardarm-style "For Sale" sign;
7. Place lock-box on property;
8. Send property details and photos to Multiple Listing Service databases;
9. Post property details and photos on more than 24 Internet sites, including those most often used by home buyers;
10. Prepare presentation for other Windermere agents, and promote listing at weekly office meetings;
11. Notify the area's top agents of your new listing;
12. Hold Brokers Open House to introduce other active agents and brokers to your property;
13. Send flyer with your listing to all clients, prospects and associates;
14. Mail property marketing information throughout the neighborhood;
15. Contact agents from other firms with ready buyers already looking in your community;
16. Advertise regularly in top local publications (call for list of media used);
17. Network with others to expand your property's exposure;
18. Hold regular open houses;
19. Arrange showings with other agents;
20. Contact you regularly with progress reports;
21. Review marketing activity and deliver written summary;
22. Provide MONEY-BACK SELLER SATISFACTION GUARANTEE*;
23. Offer $100 REBATE on home warranty*;
24. Incorporate written marketing plan into home marketing contract;
25. Pre-qualify potential buyers;
26. Prepare contract forms and other sale-related documentation;
27. Present and discuss all offers;
28. Negotiate transaction with buyer's agent if sold through a cooperating broker;
29. Finalize sales contract;
30. Act as go-between, if needed, with seller's attorneys, accountants, contractors, etc.;
31. Accompany clients to signing of closing documents;
32. Arrange relocation agent, if needed;
33. Arrange moving company, if requested;
34. Provide post-move follow-up to ensure smooth transition into new home;
35. Other services as needed or requested.

* Some limitations apply. Call for details.

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