Home
The REALTOR: Your Key to Home Ownership
by Edward V. Conran, CAR
Of the many people in the State of Connecticut licensed to sell real estate, 12,000 are REALTORS. These REALTORS belong to the Connecticut Association of REALTORS, Inc., the National Association of REALTORS and one of 32 local Boards of REALTORS. Members of the REALTOR organization must follow a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring their clients and customers receive the best service possible. REALTORS must keep updated on the latest environmental challenges and legislative initiatives which impact private property rights and home ownership.
REALTORS have access to the multiple listing service, which offers the greatest exposure to the property for the seller. This also allows the buyer the largest selection of inventory to choose from. The easiest and way to choosing a REALTOR is through word of mouth. Once you've established a good rapport with a REALTOR, the entire homebuying process will seem much easier. Remember that your REALTOR will be helping you through one of the most important transactions you will ever make. It's important that there be mutual respect and trust. Your REALTOR will be privy to your financial status and advise you accordingly. In many cases, your REALTOR can direct you to several lenders.
Your REALTOR will know the best way to market a property and will price it accurately, creatiang a fair price for both buyer and seller.
Whether you are buying or selling a house, your REALTOR will assist you through the process step by step, offering a wealth of information. Your interests will be well protected as dealings will be fair and ethical.
The Connecticut Association of Realtors will be distributing a copy of The Mortgage Almanac to all designated REALTORS as part of their annual membership package. For more information, contact Gina Krar at The Connecticut Association of REALTORS at 316 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105-3300, (203) 522-7255.
Edward V. Conran is Membership Director at the Connecticut Association of REALTORS.