This is normally a free service provided by the real estate professional. Our recomendationis to meet with several agents initally to talk about the possibility of listing your property and the services they can provide.

Good luck

Hey "S",

Think of it as a "FREE ESTIMATE"!

Best Wishes!

Judy

S

Should you decide to sell and if you will be using a realtor, the blog attached to the link below may be of some help with the interview process. Good luck.

http://www.trulia.com/blog/rockinblu/2008/12/i_ve_got_my_fin…

Most Realtors would be willing and glad to meet with a potential client with a real estate needs like yours for an initial complementary consultation. Additionally, this would be an opportunity for you to interview some Realtors of your choice in case you decide to relocate. I sense you want to start doing you research and receive the most accurate information on the market conditions. Wish you the best! Any questions, please email at auri@aurieves.com

Hi S!

Generally speaking, NO. Typically, a local agent can provide you with what known as a CMA - comparative market analysis - with no obligations. This will help help you get a better understanding of what your home could be offered for in this current market. Make sure to get this CMA from at least 3 local agents so you can compare.

Real estate agents are here to help you make the best informed decisions. Make sure you let the agents know that you just want this info to understand what your home is worth as you are still doing your homework and are not yet ready for any commitment.

Ask your friends and neighbors for referrals for local agents and make sure to also check the selection of local agents in our Lexington, Ma member directory here:

http://snurl.com/lexington-ma

Hope this helps!

Rudy
Social Media Guru at Trulia

In some instances yes paid as a consultant provide you guidance. Majority of time no on belief to secure your listing. Many seasoned agents wont preview your home unless you will sign listing agreement that day.

There is no charge to do a walk through or CMA of your home. It is a free service that most realtors offer. Let me know if I can be of any assistance
Wen
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