Our Team Of Professionals
The fact is, there isn't much more to the average
agent than the agent themselves. Most agents operate a one-person
show - and they're probably breaking their backs trying to do a good
job for their clients. Most agents couldn't really work any harder
than they're already working. We know, because we used to do it this
way.
But we don't anymore because we found that our clients suffered from
our good intentions. The fact is, you may be sympathetic to the fact
that your agent is working as hard as humanly possible, but if the
quality and profitability of your home sale suffers as a result, you
have a right to feel cheated.
The simple solution to this problem is that we built a team of real
estate professionals to help us be in 3 places at once. This greatly
enhances the quality and delivery time of service we can provide to
our clients. On top of this, we've used cutting edge technology to
dramatically improve the speed, efficiency and innovative
capabilities of every part of the service we deliver. We don't
expect you to care about the finer details of the inner-workings of
our office. What you should care about is simply this - Because of
the unique way we've structured our real estate office . . .
You will be surprised and pleased with the sense of urgency we
handle all your real estate needs quickly, efficiently and
knowledgeably. Our client’s results back this up with
our 100% satisfaction rate! Don’t wait any longer – experience
the difference working with the Dedicated, Educated and Experienced
Realtors® in The Carlin Team at Red Arrow Real Estate!
The Carlin Team!
The selling process generally begins with a determination of a reasonable
asking price. Your real estate agent or REALTOR® can give you up-to-date
information on what is happening in the marketplace and the price, financing,
terms and condition of competing properties. These are key factors in getting
your property sold at the best price, quickly and with minimum hassle.
Marketing: The next step is a marketing plan.
Often, your agent can recommend repairs or cosmetic work that will
significantly enhance the salability of the property. Marketing
includes the exposure of your property to other real estate agents
and the public. In many markets across the country, over 50% of real
estate sales are cooperative sales; that is, a real estate agent
other than yours brings in the buyer. Your agent acts as the
marketing coordinator, disbursing information about your property to
other real estate agents through a Multiple Listing Service or other
cooperative marketing networks, open houses for agents, etc.
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics requires REALTORS®
to utilize these cooperative relationships when they benefit their
clients. Advertising is part of marketing. The choice of media and
frequency of advertising depends a lot on the property and specific
market. For example, in some areas, newspaper advertising generates
phone calls to the real estate office but statistically has minimum
effectiveness in selling a specific property. Overexposure of a
property in any media may give a buyer the impression the property
is distressed or the seller is desperate.
Your real estate agent will know when, where and how to advertise
your property. There is a misconception that advertising sells real
estate. The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® studies show that 82%
of real estate sales are the result of agent contacts through
previous clients, referrals, friends, family and personal contacts.
Security When a property is marketed with an agent's help, you do
not have to allow strangers into your home.
Agents will generally pre-screen and accompany qualified
prospects through your property. Negotiating The negotiation process
deals with much the same issues for both buyers and sellers, as
noted above under the buying process. Your agent can help you
objectively evaluate every buyer's proposal without compromising
your marketing position. This initial agreement is only the
beginning of a process of appraisals, inspections and financing.
There's a
lot of possible pitfalls. Your agent can help you write a legally
binding, win-win agreement that will be more likely to make it
through the process.
Monitoring, renegotiating and closing Between the initial
sales agreement and closing (or settlement), questions may arise.
For example, unexpected repairs are required to obtain financing or
a cloud in the title is discovered. The required paperwork alone is
overwhelming for most sellers. Your agent is the best person to
objectively help you resolve these issues and move the transaction
to closing (or settlement).
Why use a REALTOR®? All real estate licensees
are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®.
They proudly display the REALTOR "®" logo on the business card or
other marketing and sales literature. REALTORS® are committed to
treat all parties to a transaction honestly. REALTORS® subscribe to
a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level
of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate.
An independent survey reports that 84% of home buyers would
use the same REALTOR® again. You be the judge Real estate
transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments most
people experience in their lifetime. Transactions today usually
exceed $100,000. If you had a $100,000 income tax problem, would you
attempt to deal with it without the help of a CPA? If you had a
$100,000 legal question, would you deal with it without the help of
an attorney?
Considering the small upside cost and the large downside
risk, it would be foolish to consider a deal in real estate without
the professional assistance of a REALTOR®!
Buying your Home I take the buying process as seriously as my buyers do and
offer quality services to my clients. When you are ready to purchase your home,
make sure you hire someone whom you trust, and with the experience and the
attention to detail that you deserve. Here are some of the steps I will take to
find your perfect home:
Distinguish between your Wants and your Needs
This is the single most important step. By asking you a series
of questions, I will establish what you are looking for. My goal
is not to waste your time by looking at properties that are not in
your price range or homes that don't meet your needs. Throughout the
buying process, I will maintain your confidentiality and represent
your best interests.
Help You Get Pre-Qualified
This step will show
you how much you can afford. This is accomplished by speaking with
your Financial Institution and establishing what monthly payments
you are comfortable with. Home Shopping I will use every available
method to locate a property that matches your search criteria. This
will include properties listed with our office, offered through
other real estate companies, as well as unlisted properties which
are for sale by owner.
You will be informed of all known facts about the property that
are likely to affect your decision. When I find the home that meets
your criteria, I will assist you in writing an offer and will act as
your Realtor link between you and the Seller and the Seller's Agent.
It's my Job to find you a Home....but it is my Privilege to help you
achieve your home-ownership goals.
So, what's next?
When we get a chance to actually sit down and
talk, we will interview each other and make sure there is a
good match and an understanding of needs, wants and expectations.
I'll will take a few minutes to explain how I
represent my clients. It's important that you understand how I earn
my professional fee, the duties that I owe to you and what I expect
in return. Two important aspects are outlined below, Real Estate
Agency and the Buyer-Broker Employment Agreement.
“REAL
ESTATE AGENCY DISCLOSURE AND ELECTION”
is not an employment agreement. As the name implies, it is
intended to provide an in-depth explanation of the responsibilities
of brokers to Buyers or Sellers. Additionally, it allows those
in either role to decide the issue of dual agency. Limited
dual agency allows an agent to represent both parties with certain
restrictions.
“BUYER-BROKER EXCLUSIVE EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT” is an employment
agreement. Just as the Seller has a formal agreement with the
Listing Broker, this agreement establishes a formal relationship
between the Buyer and his chosen representative. The Arizona
Department of Real Estate recommends the use of this form in every
transaction.
I'm of the firm belief that folks have
every right to interview agents, and even work with them briefly on
a trial basis, before they decide to commit to signing a Buyers
Broker Agreement. And even then, if the client is not happy with the
agent's performance, then they have every right to cancel that
contract.
Real estate is often a difficult and complicated process. Having the right
people on the transaction team is more critical than ever. Today, more than
ever, it takes a team of specialists to get the job done. That's where the
Carlin Team comes in.
Dick Gerber:
Dick is the one that takes over after your escrow begins. From
start to finish, Dick co-ordinates the complete escrow process. He
is the "keeper" of the documents and "master" of the data base. You
might also notice a credit at the bottom of all my site pages about
"A Little Dickie Internet Production". That's our boy Dick, and yes,
you can call him Dickie too!
Nancy Gerber:
Nancy is our advertising coordinator for the multitude of
Internet Web Sites that our properties are listed on. She also is
present during listing appointments to add her vast experience and
expertise.
Alysia Carlin:
Associate Broker
Well that's me and I do what I do best! Listing and selling
properties.
"I make it happen, you make it home!"
Alysia Carlin
(928) 308-0309 DIRECT
1107 East Gurley Street Prescott Arizona 86301
