For Sale by Owner

For Sale by Cardinal and Finch

You know the real estate market...

• The media have given plenty of coverage to the status of the real estate market in general.
• You can access information about existing properties on the market.
• Zillow® may give you a Zestimate® of your property.

What else do we bring?

• We have physically seen a lot of the properties that are on the market. This allows us to provide a much better assessment of where your property stands and give you an edge in properly pricing the property.
• We follow the market on a real time basis, not with the reporting lag inherent in most sources.
• We keep you aware of any and all changes.
• We follow-up with potential buyers to stay aware of any changes in the market.

It is easy to sell a property...

• Preparing the property for sale is simple.
• Advertising will be done through the paper.

How can we help you put money in your pocket?

• We see all properties on the market and work with multiple buyers. We can help you identify simple things to do that will enhance the buyer's experience and therefore increase the potential of a good offer.
• We will advertise your property directly to the individuals who are working with current buyers, the real estate agents, through the lisitng of your property in the MLS. Since we belong to both the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service and the Garden State Multiple Service, you will get double the exposure
• We have information on where most of the buyers come from for properties similar to yours. We will use this to make sure that your porperty is advertised in the most effective place.
• And of course, your property will be on the internet - both on this site and on the major search sites.

You enjoy showing your property...

How can we save you time and protect your interest, while keeping your property accessible?

• It is important that the visit of your home is easy and flexible for a potential buyer, or he may decide not to see yours.
• We can work with you to make sure the property is as accessible, even when you are at work or out on errands.
• It is equally important that your home remain secure - with Cardinal and Finch you will never have a stranger in your house. All buyers will always be accompanied by an agent.

You can find out about properties for sale...

• You have time to go through the Sunday ads and search on-line to learn about homes for sale.
• Driving around to check them out is not a problem.
• Making appointments to see them is easy.
• You have a thorough knowledge of the area - train lines, highways, power lines and flood plains.

What else can we provide?

• You will be notified of a property on the market before they reach web sites and newspapers. Even in a buyer's market, the great deals sell in a few days and time is of the essence.
• We will handle the logistics of getting you to see the home.
• We will save you the trip to properties that look good on paper, but do not match what you want.
• We will provide the additonal information to get you familiar with the area.

It is easier to negotiate the contract directly with the other party...

• Sitting around the table and agreeing on a price is a lot easier than using an Agent.
• You are comfortable in your understanding of all the items to be negotiated.

How can we help keep money in your pocket?

• We will buffer the 2 parties and avoid emotions that can derail any negotiation process.
• While price will be the biggest item to negotiate, it is not the only one - closing date, inspections, personal property items all come into play. We are here to make sure that every issue important for you is addressed.
• We will confirm the buyer's pre-approval directly from the lender to avoid moving too far along in the transaction with an un-qualified buyer.

You are aware of all the steps and have all the contacts required to conclude a successful closing

• Financial issues.
• Inspections issues.
• Town certificates.

So what is there left for us to do?

• We cover all the bases to insure all goes well for the closing date - certficate of occupancy, lead paint disclosure and all the other necessary documentation.
• We follow-up with all the contract requirements to avoid last minute surprises.
• We provide names of reputable companies to handle various additonal tasks. We are not affiliated with any specific organizaton and therefore are not limited in our recommendations so you can choose the home inspector or mortgage broker you like.

Finding a property
on your own

Hiring Cardinal & Finch Realty
to represent you as a buyer

You know the real estate market...

• The media have given plenty of coverage to the status of the real estate market in general.
• You can access information about existing properties on the market.
• Zillow® may give you a Zestimate® of your property.

What else do we bring?

• We have physically seen a lot of the properties that are on the market. This allows us to provide a much better assessment of what the local market is doing and give you an edge when making an offer on your choice.
• We follow the market on a real time basis, not with the reporting lag inherent in most sources.
• We keep you aware of any and all changes.
• We follow-up with potential sellers to stay aware of any changes in the market and/or their motivation.

It is easy to buy a property...

• Locating the best house to meet your needs is easy.
• The transaction wil be smooth, no problem with the property or the seller
• You love to negotiate and you are good at it.

How can we help you put money in your pocket?

• We see many properties on the market and work with multiple sellers. We can help you sort through the number of available properties and reduce the numbers of properties to visit.
• We offer objective information for each property
• We understand the current local market condition and can help you present an offer in the best possible light.
• We will negotiate your offer with the seller, starting with a personal presentation to the seller of that offer
• We will guide you though the various steps to go through once your offer has been accepted

You enjoy spending the sunday afternoon looking at Open Houses...

How can we save you time and still make sure you know about everything on the market?

• We will review with you your criteria for your next house and make sure that we are both on the same page by looking at an assortment of properties
• We will then keep you informed of all new properties available matching your needs - no more deceptions...

It is easier to negotiate the contract directly with the other party...

• Sitting around the table and agreeing on a price is a lot easier than using an Agent.
• You are comfortable in your understanding of all the items to be negotiated.

How can we help keep money in your pocket?

• We will buffer the 2 parties and avoid emotions that can derail any negotiation process.
• While price will be the biggest item to negotiate, it is not the only one - closing date, inspections, personal property items all come into play. We are here to make sure that every issue important for you is addressed.

You are aware of all the steps and have all the contacts required to conclude a successful closing

• Financial issues.
• Inspections issues.
• Town certificates.

So what is there left for us to do?

• We cover all the bases to insure all goes well for the closing date - certficate of occupancy, lead paint disclosure and all the other necessary documentation.
• We follow-up with all the contract requirements to avoid last minute surprises.
• We provide names of reputable companies to handle various additonal tasks. We are not affiliated with any specific organizaton and therefore are not limited in our recommendations so you can choose the home inspector or mortgage broker you like