Friday, August 5, 2011

Buyers and Sellers are on the Internet, Why not hire a Tech Savvy Realtor for your real estate needs? T

By Crystal Tost


When it comes to selecting a real estate agent to help with buying or selling a home, there are many things to take into consideration. Not only do you want an agent who is familiar with the neighborhood where you will be buying or selling a home, but you also want someone with the necessary credentials and experience. Yet, despite all of the time that many people dedicate toward looking into these factors when selecting a real estate agent, many fail to consider whether or not the agent has the technological skills to compete in today's market. The reality is that hiring a tech-savvy agent is essential to selling or buying a home. Here is a look at 5 benefits to hiring a tech-savvy real estate agents for your next real estate transaction.

1. About 87% of home owners look to the Internet to begin the search of their new home, in some areas this number is even higher - As a seller you can benefit just from the exposure that a good web presence will have by exposing your property to more buyers. At the same time a tech savvy agent will further utilize social media, video, pictures and applications to market your home to a broader range of prospective buyers. And for the purpose of buying your next home with a tech savvy Realtor- they will be better able to utilize the same resources to help you find your next home.

2.When potential buyers are browsing through listings, most will skip right over those without a photo. Those with crisp, clean and attractive photos and videos, on the other hand, will be sure to grab their attention. By working with a tech-savvy real estate agent, you can be sure your home's best features will be properly captured with the help of this technology.

3. Communicating Effectively Whether you are buying or selling a home, being able to communicate effectively with your real estate agent is essential. When you hire a tech-savvy real estate agent, you can be relatively certain you will be able to reach your agent in the way you are most comfortable. Similarly, you can be sure your agent will be able to effectively communicate with other agents and professionals when trying to secure the best deal for you.

4. Tapping Into a Database of Interested People Tech-savvy agents are able to maintain comprehensive databases that allow them to quickly and easily contact buyers and agents who are interested in homes in your area. This makes it far more likely your agent will be able to contact a targeted market of individuals who are likely to have an interest in buying your home.

5.Hiring an agent that is up to date with current real estate trends and the latest market reports is essential to a buyer or seller to ensure you are getting the best possible price. A tech savvy agent is more likely to be connected to sources to find out about that information on a daily basis. Your tech savvy agent will be better prepared in the market.




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