If you are arranging a mortgage to buy a home, get prequalified at the bank of your choice. Getting prequalified will let you know what you can afford and will allow you to act quickly when you find the property you like. Once you know what you are looking for, I can give you a list of properties that will fit your requirements. This will save time as you won't have to look at houses that don't properly suit your needs. If you know what your needs are, you can contact me, or you can let me know what your personal needs are here. I will help you negotiate the best price on the purchase of a home.

Toll free: 1-877-281-1219
Phone: (250) 751-1223
Fax: (250) 751-1300
E-mail: jim@jimolsensells.com
Website: www.jimolsensells.com

RE/MAX of Nanaimo
#1 - 5140 Metral Drive
Nanaimo, BC
V9T 2K8

Buying or selling, now is the perfect time to act. The combination of lower house prices, excellent choices, and record low interest rates makes quick action vital. If your entering the market, making a lateral move, or moving up in the market, quick action could save you thousands of dollars. To find out more on how the market applies to your specific situation, contact me.

Thinking of selling?

Choose a realtor based on their ability to best promote your home, their ability to negotiate the best sale price, and their reputation in the community. Many disappointed sellers choose the realtor based on the price the realtor says they can get for your home. In many cases this leads to a drawn out sale period, as the listing becomes stagnant. Once stagnant, often the price has to be lowered to less than what you could have gotten for your home had you priced correctly from the start. A good realtor will recognize the market value for what it is, and will sell your home at that price quickly, while the listing is still "fresh". An accurate current market evaluation will give you a clear idea of your home's current value.

How a realtor can help you

How a realtor can help you depends on the realtor you choose. When buying, the right realtor can get you the best property that fits your needs and can help you negotiate a good price. They can provide a layer of security against the dangers of the real estate market. For sellers, a good realtor will give your property the best exposure, sell your property quickly, and ensure that you are happy with all the details. But most importantly, whether buying or selling, your realtor must keep you in touch with what is happening. If these qualities are what you're looking for in a realtor, contact me today.