The Expert

How often have you flipped through those real estate books or been handed a business card of a self proclaimed expert; maybe the person is an expert in historic homes or waterfront properties or maybe an expert in relocation or in today's environment maybe a short sale expert. Many times I am asked the question, "Owen what does it take to be an expert?" And each time I have to answer, "it just depends on how much expert advice you the buyer or seller needs." Before you choose to rely on that expert ask a few questions, after all for many, whether buying or selling a home, it is the largest transaction one will make.

Experts come in all shapes and forms, maybe your expert has cut his or her Realtor teeth on numerous transaction, some successful and some not so successful or maybe your expert holds a designation and has attended classes and training or maybe your expert has a combination of both or still maybe your expert has simply given him or herself the title of expert. All to often today I am seeing desperate sellers place there financial health in the hands of a experts without asking any questions and buyers willing to gamble everything to grab the perceived best deal without taking a long hard look at the important facts.

Before you hire that expert to work for you ask him or her a few questions like: how many transactions of this type have you handled, how many successful and how many unsuccessfully, what type of hurdles should I expect, have any complaints been filed against you, when was your last educational course taken, and most importantly make certain you are working with a Realtor. Realtors are held accountable not only to state and federal laws but also adhere to a code of ethics based on professionalism and protecting the public.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the possibility of having me represent you on the sale of your home or the purchase of a home, you can contact me directly at 843-224-5398 Owen Tyler, Realtor®, Carolina One Real Estate.