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A
short guide for the Internet Consumer
When
you're on the Internet, you don't have time to waste on endless
searches for useful real estate information. You want to get
things done quickly and without hassle. So chances are you'd
like a real estate agent who
- Answers
e-mail promptly and professionally.
- Respects
your on-line privacy.
- Offers
home listings and other Internet tools to help you find
or market a home.
Enter the e-PRO.
An
e-PRO is a REALTOR® who has successfully completed the
e-PRO training program for real estate professionals. Endorsed
by the National Association of REALTORS®, the e-PRO course
teaches professionals the nuts and bolts of working with real
estate on-line: Web sites, e-mail, on-line tools, and most
of all, what today's consumer really wants.
What
does all this mean to you? There are several benefits of working
with a certified Internet professional.
More
privacy
Are you reluctant to give out contact information through
the Web for fear of being pestered or spammed? e-PROs understand.
They've learned the Web isn't just a place to do business;
you need information from someone you can trust.
That's
why e-PROs respect your privacy. They respond quickly to your
questions, but don't send you unwanted communication. And
they protect your personal information.
Less
hassle
Tired of struggling to find information? e-PROs are more likely
to have access to the latest Internet utilities, making your
life easier. These tools may include:
- On-line
home tours
- Instant
access to comprehensive neighborhood data
- Extensive
property listings
- Immediate
e-mail notification of just-listed homes meeting your
criteria
- Referral
networks and on-line forums, where e-PROs can quickly
find informationeven potential buyersfrom
other e-PROs
- Newsletters
on current real estate conditions in your area
- Electronic
faxes sent to you by e-mail
- Advanced
software, PDAs, and laptops to find you answers on the spot
The
result: you get more information, more easily. With electronic
files, you have less paperwork to deal with. And since your
agent uses e-mail, you can even eliminate phone tag. The e-PRO
streamlines your entire transaction, from showing to closing.
Less
expense
An e-PRO's access to advanced technology can save you considerable
expense. You have more tools to find or market your home,
so you're likely to get a better price. With on-line home
tours, you reduce in-person showingsand the costs
involved. And by using e-mail, you save money on long-distance
calls and fax charges.
Relocating?
An e-PRO is ideal for you. With the tools to do your research
electronically, you can make a decision on a home the first
day you're in townor without traveling at all.
You and your family save on travel costs. And after you've
decided to buy, monitoring the sale by e-mail saves you even
more.
Should
you use an e-PRO? Yesespecially if you're an Internet
user. In this fast-paced age, technology has become a necessity.
An e-PRO is someone who has recognized and responded to the
needs of the new consumer. If you choose an e-PRO, it's a
safe bet you'll get the kind of service you wantand
need.
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