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ｮ who has
successfully completed the e-PRO training program for real estate
professionals. Endorsed by the National Association of REALTORSｮ, 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 information覧even
potential buyers覧from 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 showings覧and 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 town覧or 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?
Yes覧especially 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 want覧and
need.
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