Selecting a Realtor to work with you in the sale of your home may seem a bit overwhelming. Some say. "They're all the same". We disagree - and more importantly the buyers and sellers that we have worked with will tell you the same! Here's the short story of why you should list your home with Patterson-Schwartz:

The Best Sales Associates in the Industry

Patterson-Schwartz' greatest asset is our team of over 350 professional Sales Associates. We attract the most professional and knowledgeable Sales Associates because of our commitment to providing superior training and coaching, creative marketing programs and sophisticated technology tools. This means that you are assured of having the very best agent working for you. And don't just take our word - our past customers and clients say it for us!

A Commitment to Exceeding Your Expectations

Uncompromising client service is our mantra! So much so that we survey every buyer and seller upon closing of their transaction and ask for their feedback. To give you an idea of how much we value this input, Dick Christopher, President of Patterson-Schwartz, makes this his personal priority. All surveys are returned directly to his office and acted upon. Last year, we met or exceeded our client's expectations 98.9% of the time.

The Market Leader

For many decades we have been the area’s dominant market leader – a tribute to the quality and character of our Sales Associates, employees and management team. In fact, one in three families who buy or sell a home in our market area will work with a Patterson-Schwartz Sales Associate.

A Company that Adapts to the Market Place

Keeping an eye on key real estate market indicators means we know the pulse of the market place. The local real estate market in 2007 and our expectations for 2008 are much different than what we experienced over the prior five year period. In addition, the demographic of the real estate consumer today belongs to the younger generations of our population. The marketing plan that your Patterson-Schwartz Sales Associate will propose for your property will address both of these factors.

Our Value Proposition

At Patterson-Schwartz we recognize that each property is unique and each owner's motivation for selling may be very different. Your Patterson-Schwartz Sales Associate will customize the marketing plan for your property so that it meets and hopefully exceeds your expectations. You can expect hands on management of the sales process from Agreement of Sale, negotiation of Agreement, to troubleshooting and closing of the transaction. Our commission rate is flexible and competitive. And we believe so strongly in our value proposition that we offer the Patterson-Schwartz promise - if at any time you are not satisfied with the expert guidance and service you receive you may fire us with 24 hours notice.

Marketing Expertise

With over 45 years of real estate experience we know what brings homebuyers to your door. We have watched and adjusted our marketing programs over the last several years as the Internet has become the first source of information for prospective homebuyers - in fact, 84% of today's consumers start their home search on the Web (National Association of Realtors 2007). As a seller it's important to understand that print advertising is not as relevant to today's consumer and be comfortable in knowing that our Internet initiatives are a key strategic advantage.

Exceptional Technology

Utilizing sophisticated technology enables us to achieve our mutual objective - selling your home quickly for the best price. Technology is a strategic advantage in every facet of our business. It has provided our Sales Associates with the means to operate effectively and efficiently yet maintain the personal touch that you expect.

Powerful Connections

Patterson-Schwartz is a preferred broker for major area employers offering relocation services. We are members of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, a prestigious national network of more than 85,000 professional real estate associates in over 10,000 communities. These affiliations mean that we represent a large number of homebuyers who are moving to this area.

Gilpin Mortgage

In today's ever-changing financial market, Patterson-Schwartz knows the best sources for real estate financing. Our partnership with Gilpin Mortgage allows buyers to apply for a mortgage through our web site or at any Patterson-Schwartz office. Gilpin Mortgage offers a choice of more than 100 loan programs. Prospective buyers of your home can even pre-qualify at no cost, to make the sale as quick and easy as possible.

Home-Link Homeowner Services

With Patterson-Schwartz Home-Link, you are assigned your own Home-Link Coordinator to handle many of the things on your to-do list. Whether you have home improvement projects to complete before you market your home or want help with all the details that have to be handled to complete the sale of your home, your Home-Link Coordinator is here to help. It's like having a personal assistant who knows the best way to get everything done. Best of all, this service doesn't end when the moving van leaves. Home-Link can offer you VIP service and discounted prices on more than 125 products and services for your future home as well, and there is never a cost to work with your Home-Link Coordinator.

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