FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
With real estate transactions, the cost for service can vary some. Because a transaction has two sides to it, meaning, a buyer and a seller. Typically, the selling party pays the brokerages involved a fee. From that fee, the listing brokerage pays the selling brokerage typically half of the total fee. So if your buying, there are usually no brokerage fees for the buyer to pay. The seller however will pay anywhere from 5%-12% depending on type of property being sold. For example, commercial property, land, residential and new construction are all handled and charged differently.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
With all of my clients we start out by meeting face to face, either in person or via zoom if they are not local. With both buyers and sellers, we start with a consultation explaining the process, discovering likes, dislikes, and setting expectations. If your buying, you will need to get a pre-approval or provide proof of funds if buying with cash, before actually conducting physical showings. With sellers, we will need to meet at the property in order for me to assess value and make recommendations to improve appearance and showability. With all clients, we need to decide if we are a good fit. Once we decide to move forward, then we proceed to the next steps and sign a brokerage agreement and then start showing properties or listing your property.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelors of Science with Saint Leo University, I'm licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a real estate salesperson. I have earned my Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Military Relocation Professional (MRP), designations. I also have sale awards in 2019- Chairman's Club, 2021-Chairman's Club, 2022-Chairman's Club with Abbitt Realty