1.        A real estate transaction is complicated. In most cases, buying or selling a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, title policies and settlement statements. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays or costly mistakes. At B4 Realty we not only guide you through all the transactions we educate you so you will know exactly what goes on in a real estate transaction.

2.        Real estate has it's own language. If you don't know a CMA from a PUD, you can understand why it's important to work with someone who speaks that language. We help you understand the process so it will not be so foreign to you.

3.        Your B4 Dallas/ Fort Worth sales professional has done it before. Most people buy and sell only a few homes in a lifetime, usually with quite a few years in between each purchase. And even if you've done it before, laws and regulations change. That's why having an expert on your side is critical.

4.        Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional provides objectivity. Since a home often symbolizes family, rest, and security, not just four walls and roof, home selling or buying is often a very emotional undertaking. And for most people, a home is the biggest purchase they'll ever make. Having a concerned, but objective, third party helps you keep focused on both the business and emotional issues most important to you.

5.        Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional has many resources to assist you in your home search. Sometimes the property you are seeking is available but not actively advertised in the market, and it will take some investigation by your agent to find all available properties.

6.        Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional can assist you in the selection process by providing objective information about each property. We have access to a variety of informational resources. In addition, can provide local community information on utilities, zoning. schools, etc. There are two things you'll want to know. First, will the property provide the environment I want for a home or investment? Second, will the property have resale value when I am ready to sell?

7.        Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional can help you negotiate. There are myriad negotiating factors, including but not limited to price, financing, terms, date of possession and often the inclusion or exclusion of repairs and furnishings or equipment. The purchase agreement should provide a period of time for you to complete appropriate inspections and investigations of the property before you are bound to complete the purchase. We can advise you as to which investigations and inspections are recommended or required.

8.        Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional provides due diligence during the evaluation of the property. Depending on the area and property, this could include inspections for termites, dry rot, asbestos, faulty structure, roof condition, septic tank and well tests, just to name a few. We can assist you in finding qualified responsible professionals to do most of these investigations and provide you with written reports. You will also want to see a preliminary report on the title of the property. Title indicates ownership of property and can be mired in confusing status of past owners or rights of access. The title to most properties will have some limitations; for example, easements (access rights) for utilities. We can work with your title company or attorney to help you resolve issues that might cause problems at a later date.

9.     Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional can help you in understanding different financing options and in identifying qualified lenders.

10.     Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional can guide you through the closing process and make sure everything flows together smoothly.

11.     When selling your home, your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional 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.

12.     Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional markets your property to other real estate agents and the public. Often, we can recommend repairs or cosmetic work that will significantly enhance the salability of your property. B4 markets 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 B4 sales professional 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 B4 associates to utilize these cooperative relationships when they benefit their clients.

13.     Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional 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.

14.     Your B4  Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional 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 -- a lot of possible pitfalls. Your B4 associate can help you write a legally binding, win-win agreement that will be more likely to make it through the process. 

15.     I Should use one of the big Real Estate companies out there.  This is a huge misconception. The large companies treat you as a number and forget about you. B4 develops relationships with our clients and takes the time to ensure you make the right decision. 

16.  Your B4 Dallas/Fort Worth sales professional can help close the sale of  your home. 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 B4 associate is the best person to objectively help you resolve these issues and move the transaction to closing (or settlement).