One of my specialties is that of; working with buyers. This is known as Accrediter Buyers Agent. I continually take classes to master the necessary skills to deal with the present market. Should problems I am qualified to resolve issues that can be resolved.
As a CRS, Certified Residential Specialist I work with both buyers and sellers. I am a pro at negotiation skills and that is a major plus for eithe buyers or seller. You will find that as a Listing agent, I will give you a realistic value that you can expect for your home. No "Pie in the Sky" price. That only brings a lesser value in the end and much stress frustration, something I diligently work at preventing.
As an SRES, I work with seniors! Perhaps that's finding new and suitable housing, or, it may be finding ways to help them remain in their homes. This designation is one intended to help seniors live out their lives in comfort and safety, and be the instrument that brings about the changes that are necessary to accomplish their wishes. This could mean helping them by recommending mortgage lenders who specialize in products that may accomplish their wishes and can explain to the seniors and their families the advantage of a reverse mortgage, (or other beneficial product) etc... a product that uses the equity they have in their home to finance the remainder of their lives. This product is not for everyone, but beneficial to many who have a lot of equity in their residences. Though this may not be an income producing venture for me, it's a way of giving back in some way to my community by helping someone.
Not all real estate agents are Realtors! As a Realtor, I live by an oath; honesty, hard work and respect to my fellow associates.
All of these designations are achieved by courses where I spend both time time and money to fine tune my skills in an effort to be the best at resolving issues that can happen in the different aspects of a transaction.
It's gratifying to help cients with one of the most important needs of life; housing. I have created many friendships along the way with both brokers, agents and large number of clients. I find this career very rewarding. I am a people person and people need my services! I just can't picture my life doing anything different!
Fran MacDonald,Associate Broker, ABR, CRS, SRES, Realtor