Use a local agent to give yourself the best shot at buying or selling a home in this area.

This area used to be serviced exclusively by local agents, but we have seen an increase in agents from well outside our geographic area showing homes in this real estate market.

The advent of sophisticated mapping has removed the embarrassment of fumbling with maps while showing in a strange town, so finding the houses isn’t an issue.

However, sophisticated mapping does not inform outsiders of the details critical to your successfully buying or selling. Often, the problems start when buyers begin to ask about vital information on the neighborhood and comparable sales.

Here are a few specific reasons showing why it is superior to work with a local agent;

1. Local agents understand the nuance of location; traffic patterns, conveniences, noise levels. Not to mention that they likely know people in the neighborhood who can give additional detail.

2. Local agents know the value of homes. They have been in the comps, maybe even were a party to their sale.

3. Local agents stay abreast of the market, see new inventory as it comes on and may have information not available on the MLS.

4. Local agents are on hand to meet inspectors, contractors, etc.

Local agents are always the way to go. 

We would love the opportunity to work with you on your next home purchase or sale.

Do you have specific questions, only a local expert would know?

If your area of interest lies outside our knowledge base, we tell you up front and happily refer you to a trusted partner.

We are the experts in this market and you will benefit from our 94 years of hard-won local knowledge.

Contact me today to discuss your thoughts and questions.

Best, Rich