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Barbara Mcmahon answered:
A short sale may not be a distressed property. However, the law only applies to a primary residence. Everyone should be aware that this law excludes very few categories of individuals, like mortgage brokers. It INCLUDES both agents and members of the general public who may become distressed property consultants without their knowledge. - Tue Jun 10 2008, 13:29
Barbara Mcmahon answered:
First, get references from friends and family. You may want to call the managing brokers of a few local real estate companies and ask who their best agent might be for the type of property you are selling. Right now, I would only suggest that you list with a company that has national exposure. Once you have selected a few agents, you might ask them about their marketing plans. Print does not sell homes anymore; it is all about the internet. Do they have the time and budget to successfully market your home? I would also ask for a few references from sellers that have both good and bad experiences with this agent. Also, you likely want to work with a Realtor -a member of the National Association of Realtors vs. a real estate agent. Your agent should have enough experience to have been working in the field with previous market downturns in your area. - Tue Jun 10 2008, 13:24
Barbara Mcmahon answered:
What are you selling? If it has a great view and some rental income, I may be interested. - Tue Jun 10 2008, 12:00
Barbara Mcmahon answered:
In most states the seller pays the buyer's agent. You should check with your local state laws. However, a buyer can pay an agent here if the commission is paid through the brokerage and it is disclosed to all parties. This is a great tool in the case of a FSBO when a buyer would like to enlist the aid of an agent but there is no seller paid commisson. - Tue Jun 10 2008, 11:52
Barbara Mcmahon answered:
That's interesting. I own several properties in Seattle and I have received lower assessed values, which I believe should be the case in this market. However, you may want to have a real estate professonal provide you with a market analysis so that you can decide if there is a basis for an appeal. A good agent will also use intuition as well as market comparables to give you the best assessment. Given appraisers look back in time at data, I wouldn't spend the $$ at this time. - Tue Jun 10 2008, 11:38
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