Provide market analyses of properties based on comparable active, pending, and sold properties in the Austin Multiple Listing Service.
Provide preliminary net sheets for buyers or sellers by anticipating fees for inspections, appraisals, loans, title insurance policies, closing costs with title company, and commissions.
Provide promulgated forms appropriate for specific transactions and my expert opinions for completing the forms for the benefit my clients.
Negotiate contracts, amendments, and addenda for the benefit of my clients.
Represent clients’ interests with the title company, lender, inspectors, and other agents to help each transaction move toward a successful closing.
Help buyers find houses, condos, duplexes, lots, and land that match their criteria. Question the criteria and suggest alternatives. Show properties and provide constructive critiques.
Help buyers find financing through a lender and loan that fits their needs. Financing options include conventional, FHA, VA, USDA loans, and different types of down payment assistance programs.
Help sellers prepare houses for sale. Suggest physical modifications and improvements that will likely add to the seller’s net gain. Help find repair people, cleaners, and contractors, as needed.
Research properties and people involved in transactions by using the Austin MLS, and numerous resources including austintexas.gov, county appraisal districts, Texas Real Estate Commission, etc.
Educate myself by attending virtual and real classes and reading broadly in areas related to residential real estate.
Exercise my integrity to maintain my client’s confidentiality and usher a transaction forward in a professional, conscientious manner.
Conduct myself in a professional manner in person, on the phone, and in writing to further the best interests of my clients.
Collaborate with my clients by providing my opinions and advise, but also listening and interacting with my clients to help them make the deal they desire.
I go the extra mile for my clients because I want to help make their dreams come true.