Have you ever experienced a lively family discussion in which emotions were highly charged, and where the parties to the discussion each had different outcomes in mind? Been there, done that? Most of us have.
Your BREA agent plays several roles in a real estate transaction. An important role is that of “intermediary” or “conciliator.” Selling a home is often an emotional time for the owners. They are giving up their present home and closing the door on possibly years of memories.
Of course, selling the home at the best possible price in a reasonably short period of time is the usual goal.
Purchasers, on the other hand, often have goals diametrically opposed to those of the vendors. They hope to purchase the home at the lowest price possible with favourable terms, and often try to obtain concessions. Even when both parties are courteous and respectful, the potential exists for bruised feelings and heightened emotions.
By listing your home with a BREA agent, property owners gain a “third-party” to represent their interests. As a so-called third party, the agent has no emotional attachment to the home. This allows the agent to serve the vendors in an objective, businesslike atmosphere.
Purchaser concerns and purchase offers can be relayed to the vendors without emotion. Vendor requirements can be explained to the purchasers in a similar manner. The result can be a highly satisfying purchase and sale for all parties, conducted by your BREA agent in a positive, productive tone.
We know that there are often many obstacles to overcome and it is always hoped that each sale results in a happy ending, in spite of the possible hurdles.