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Why is it better for homeowners to have a real estate agent sell their home, or help them look for one, instead of doing it by themselves?

To clarify it's not just “an agent," but it's a professional real estate agent who can really help. Just because an agent has a license does not necessarily mean they will help and they might even hurt what's best for the buyer and/or seller if their only interest is making a commission.

I think this is important to say because there is a big distinguishment between what different agents can bring to the table.

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Considering a professional agent, with experience, knowledge, and the client's best interest at heart, here it goes:

For a Buyer, a professional real estate agent will bring:

• Market knowledge - We do this all day, every day; we are constantly speaking to buyers, sellers, bankers/lenders, appraisers, etc. and it is not the same as someone doing a “one-time" purchase or sale. It cannot compare.
• Product knowledge – Knowing the quality of different buildings, for example, and the construction of homes is important. Also in the case of buildings, knowing the management of the different condos makes a HUGE difference in how the building is run.
• Location Knowledge – Helping choose the best location and the pros and cons of each area.
• Contract Knowledge - What to look for and negotiate (I'm not saying giving legal advice), but how you negotiate it and the best terms for a buyer.
• Property shape/view –Some properties have shapes, views, or locations that are very hard to sell and less desirable than others and it can take you way longer to sell than the normal surrounding market. It is important to help the client see a property's potential, that it will be desirable in the future, or generally speaking easier to resell.

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For the Seller, a professional real estate agent will bring:

• Pricing Knowledge– Sellers always think their property is worth more, but pricing it right can help you sell it faster and better rather than burn in the market for months or sometimes years because the price is above the current market condition.
• Suggestions for improvements and fixes for the home – Sometimes it is touching up the paint, making sure all of the appliances are working well, decluttering, staging, or even repositioning furniture so the house feels bigger, etc. – it all helps visually and all these “little” things go a long way in helping you make more money in the sale.
• Professional pictures – A must! Many people post crooked pictures taken on their cell phones, sometimes showing themselves in the mirror and it's terrible. Professional, well-taken pictures go a long way.
• Availability to show –Many owners have their own profession and won't be available to show, and some don't even live here. This is a full-time job, and being able to show and knowing how to show a property is essential to selling it!
• Negotiate on their behalf – For many, this can be a very emotional decision. Some have to sell due to a divorce, financial changes, etc. and buyers can tell when sellers are desperate. Having an agent in the middle is so important because we see things from the outside and we can help rationally negotiate to get the best price for the seller.

For more information, please contact Roberta Ingletto at 305.778.7343 or roberta@rgirealty.com.

Roberta Ingletto is the exclusive agent representing the Pinecrest / South Miami, FL real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

Roberta Ingletto

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Situated on a 45,738 SF lakefront lot sits this beautiful 7,623 SF Mediterranean home. From the moment you walk into the home you are welcomed with a stunning view of the tranquil lake, instantly bringing you a sense of peace and awe.

Custom-built, this home has an amazing layout with 6 bedrooms and 7.5 baths, walk-in closets, luxurious master bath, terraces, 3-car garage, Lutron lighting system & surround sound. The perfect home to entertain friends and family with a gorgeous pool, cabana, summer kitchen, children's play area, private dock, and access to the lake where you can swim, paddleboard or kayak!

The Neighborhood:
Located in one of Coral Gables' most sought out neighborhoods, Hammock Lakes: a private, gated community, with security 24/7. Ideally situated, the house is minutes away from top schools, local hotspots, shops, Coconut Grove, and more.

Address: 8817 Hammock Lake Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33156

Price: $6,495,000

For more information, please contact Roberta Ingletto at 305.778.7343 or roberta@conciergebrokers.com

Roberta Ingletto is the exclusive agent representing the Pinecrest / South Miami, FL real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here. 

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Watch the webinar below

As the industry-leading real estate webinar series by Haute Residence continues, we invite you to join us in our upcoming webinar:

Wednesday, December 2nd, 10:30 AM EST / 7:30 AM PST

"Art & Real Estate Talk" - A deep look into Miami's perfect partnership in the new era. Join us to hear from community leaders and learn how they have grown from Art (personal or within the organization) and what’s new and upcoming with the perfect coupling of "Art & Real Estate." REGISTER HERE.

Highlight quotes from today's webinar:

Roberta Ingletto: "I like to do things that are win-win. I think ethics and honesty are important. I appreciate colleagues and people when they work in this fashion. I like to work as a team even with the realtors and brokers on the other side... When I'm talking to my buyers and sellers, it's about making it work for everybody... We have a huge market. I have been in Miami for 25 years and you can see the growth and development. More companies are moving down so it's a bigger city. We have so much product to offer, that we can work together to present Miami for what it is and what it has to offer, I try to raise the standards of our industry."

Claudia Llanes: "I'm so excited about Natiivo Miami because it provides solutions to problems in the market. We are providing the comfort of a home with all appliances, and the best amenities, 70,000 square feet of them in three full floors. There are no rental restrictions, you can rent it for as little as one day or as much as one year and anything between it. It's located in Downtown Miami, three minutes away from the Port of Miami, which sees six million passengers on a yearly basis. We are fortunate to have a building that is in the heart of a highly dense short-term rental market. This creates a huge opportunity for owners because not only will you have a beautiful second home in Miami but you can put it to rent and work for you when you are not occupying it.

Paola Marulanda: "[On her exclusive SoFi listing, The Beach House] It is a two-story residence. It has the whole space and feel of a single-family home. It's what I call the ultimate hybrid property because it can satisfy the safety, privacy, and amenities of a secure building. As much as the single-family market is absolutely killing it and stealing the show, there are a lot of people who come from cities used to being in condos and the families sometimes don't feel as secure and comfortable without having the assets that a building has. This property, you cannot make it up. There is nothing like it in South of Fifth which is such an elite neighborhood."

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Roberta Ingletto, Claudia Llanes, Paola Marulanda

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Last year, 2019, was a slower year and prices were definitely lower than they are now in 2020. This year has been a year I have never seen before. At first, in Q2 from March to May, everyone was on hold and people were expecting prices to drop drastically because of the economic slow-down from Covid. Turns out, the house demand has surged an incredible amount and we are actually short of inventory! Houses that were taking a while to sell before are now selling and spending way less time on the market. Inventory is slow, time on the market is less, and prices have gone up. Generally speaking, most clients we encounter want brand new homes or substantially renovated homes that are in move-in conditions now. People want houses over condos because they have more space for their families, they can work from home, they have privacy and don't have any rules or regulations from the condos. Although these past months have been centered around single-family homes more than condos, I do see people starting to go back to condos slowly because at the end of the day the maintenance of a condo is easier than a home. I do see now, people also going back and buying condos since at end of the day, maintenance, etc is easier than a home. South Florida is in high demand, and I foresee good activity in the next months.

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In 2020, now more than ever, I've seen how technology is playing a great role in how we conduct business. We're using technology in forms of videos, pics, facetimes to do remote showings, signing contracts through e-sign, etc. We have to be able to shift to all online and we have to learn how to do it fast to really make the most of the situation right now. Be creative, continue bringing value and keep focused. It is always a matter of basic supply and demand. It's simple. Real estate has its ups and downs but always has demand. People move, people get married, divorced, families grow, financially people do better or worse etc. There are always those life events that inevitably make people need to buy or sell a home, so there will always be activity.

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On a 45,738 SF lakefront lot sits a stunning 8909 SF Mediterranean-type home. This special home is located in the sought after, private gated community of Hammock Lakes. With breathtaking views of the tranquil lake as soon as you walk into the foyer. Stunning custom-built house with 6BD/7.5BA, gorgeous pool, summer kitchen, cabana, private dock, children's play area, terrace, 3-car garage. Other amazing finishes include surround sound throughout & Lutron lighting system.

6 Beds | 7.5 Baths | 7,623 Living Sqft | 45,738 Lot Sqft | 3-car garage

Address: 8817 Hammock Lake Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33156

Price: $6,495,000

For more information, please contact Roberta Ingletto at 305.778.7343 or roberta@conciergebrokers.com

Roberta Ingletto is the exclusive agent representing the Pinecrest / South Miami, FL real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here. 

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Concierge Realty Brokers

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