4 Reasons to Hire a Professional Realtor to Handle Your Real Estate Transaction
Thinking of selling your house yourself? Here are 4 reasons to hire an agent:
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Convenience: Whether you are buying or selling, having a full-time, dedicated professional on your side can make all the difference. After all, you still have to work, take care of your family, and do a million other things. While you are going on with your life, I will be prepping and marketing your home for sale, previewing properties for purchase, researching markets, handling all of the paperwork, lining up and attending inspections, negotiating with the other Realtor, and acting as a liaison with numerous professionals, from stagers, lenders, and closing attorneys to contractors, cleaners, and landscapers.
Negotiation: I am a valuable buffer between you and the other party in the transaction. Whether strategizing on price or playing hardball on repairs, I will take the pressure off of you and take the heat when necessary. A tough negotiation can make or break a deal. By having an experienced professional to speak for you, you keep out the personal element that can kill a sale.
Contracts: The purchase contract, and all of its attendant contingencies, addendums, and disclosures, are complex, ever-changing documents. Having an agent who is familiar with timelines, norms, and processes means you never have to worry about an error undermining your bargaining position or protections.
Fiduciary: Did you know that as your Agent, I have a fiduciary duty to you, just like your attorney does? That means that I am responsible for doing the right thing for you, no matter what. Not just responsible—legally bound to take care of your interests. Isn’t it a good feeling to have someone on your side whose only bottom line is what’s best for your wallet?
What do you get when you hire Michael Johnson for all of your real estate needs?
Bottom line? Experience. I have over a decade of experience in all aspects of the DC area of real estate. As a a top producer in my area I offer unparalleled client service to ensure that your real estate transaction runs smoothly and that your interests are always front and center in any negotiation process. And because I know DC real estate, I also have all of the professional contacts to help with any needs that arise during your search or sale.
What can I do for you?
Buying: Whether you are looking for a starter home or have bought and sold many homes throughout your life, I put our market knowledge at your service to find the best homes on the market and help you get the best deal possible. And because I know the DC metro area like no one else, I can help you narrow your search to the right neighborhood for you and your family.
Selling: Preparing your home for sale, arranging photography, and marketing your listing can be intimidating. I take the guesswork out of your home sale, ensuring that potential buyers beat a path to your door. I then help you evaluate offers to get the best price for your home sale and guide you step by step through the negotiation process and all the way to the closing table.
Rightsizing: Whether you have a growing family and need to upsize to a larger home, or are an emptynester preparing to downsize to a low-maintenance condo or community, I can find the right neighborhood, and the right home, to meet your changing needs.
Renting: Moving to the DC area and want to rent for a while before you take the plunge? No problem. I have rental options of all sizes and price points in desirable neighborhoods throughout the DC metro. Single Family Home, Townhome, or Condominium—let me find the right home to fit your needs.
Whether you are looking for the convenience and low maintenance of a condominium or townhome community, or your concern is more focused on getting your child into the right school system, I can help. Whether you are looking for an exclusive neighborhood with upscale amenities or an in-town condo for maximum convenience, I can help.
I serve the following areas throughout the DC Metro Area:
Maryland,Northern VA. and Washington DC
- Prince Georges County MD and DC Metro area:
- Fort Washington, MD
- Clinton MD
- Oxon Hill MD
- Accokeek MD
- Upper Marlborough MD
- Tantallon MD
- Waldorf MD
A real estate transaction is one of the most important financial transactions of your life. Why leave anything to chance? Whether you are a buyer and ...
- just beginning a real estate search and need mortgage information
- want to learn more about metro DC neighborhoods
- are ready to start looking at homes
or your are a seller and
- need to know how to get your home ready to sell
- need a stager or contractor for needed updates
- need a home valuation to determine your sale price
We are there for you.
If you are looking get in the DC area then get touch with me. I would love to help you find the right neighborhood—and home—for you.
Michael Johnson
240-687-9445
