Trusted Real Estate Information

Consumers are constantly being bombarded with information, some helpful and some not so much. We have apps, widgets, websites, magazines, and newspapers with information as scattered as a shotgun blast and more intended to sell us than inform us. Most of us would agree that we would rather go to a trusted professional rather than the grocery store tabloids for important information.

Likewise, real estate information falls upon us as relentless as a summer thunderstorm. Consumers turn to Zillow, Realtor.com, apps, widgets and more attempting to find and purchase their future home. Others are seeking to figure out how to sell their home so their life plans can move forward. Many of these tools create frustration and confusion among users. One customer shared with me that he found the home of his dreams on one of these popular sites. While attempting to schedule the showing, it was discovered that the home had been sold months earlier. Another relied on automatic estimates of value to find out that it’s accuracy was 40% off.

Some of the largest real estate websites collect data from a wide variety of sources. As a result, the accuracy of that data is sometimes flawed and frequently delayed. Some sources are more interested in selling advertising to REALTORS® than in providing accurate info to consumers.

So where can a home buyer or seller turn for accurate and timely information that they can trust? The answer is your local real estate professional. A REALTOR® has local knowledge and direct access to the multiple listing system where they can obtain information that is accurate to the minute. A REALTOR® can establish a property search for Buyers using their criteria and when a home is newly listed, you will receive the information via email the same minute. They are familiar with the neighborhoods, floor plans, association rules, and more. They will walk you through the process from negotiation to closing. Since REALTOR® fees are usually paid by the Seller, Buyers generally receive the services of a REALTOR® for free.

Sellers receive a myriad of services that a website just can’t offer. Most Sellers have lived in their home for many years and have become oblivious to the things that may turn off potential Buyers. The advice of a REALTOR® can help prepare the home for market in order to obtain top dollar. Additionally, automated estimates of value do not take into consideration recent remodels, upgrades, and exquisite views. A skilled REALTOR® will know how to factor in the positive attributes of your home to determine a proper listing price.

The best resource any Buyer or Seller has is their Local REALTOR®. Gulf Shores Realty has a staff of local, skilled, professional REALTORS® that are always available to assist you. As winners of the coveted “Best of Venice” award, they are a TRUSTED resource that will guide you through a successful purchase or sale. Call Gulf Shores Realty at 941-445-4555 or visit GulfShoresRealty.com .