If you've clicked through to this page, you're probably contemplating the sale of your home, and I'd like to just take a moment of your time to explain why using my services as your Realtor and Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.'s services as your Broker is a wise consideration.

Introduction to Agency

In the state of Maryland, Brokers, and Realtors acting on their behalf, may represent buyers and sellers. For any one transaction, however, a Realtor may only represent one side, i.e. either the buyer or the seller.  In this case, I would be representing you, i.e. the Seller.

In order to place your home for sale on the market, you must sign an agency agreement with Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.  This Exclusive Right to Sell Brokerage Agreement gives us the authority to list your home on the multiple list service and begin advertising your home's availability.  In return for our marketing efforts, you agree to pay a commission.  This commission is typically split between the Sellers Agent and the Buyers Agent.

So the bottom line is this: If you're a serious Seller, you need to engage the professional services of a Broker to assist you as your Sellers Agent in the home selling process by executing an Exclusive Right to Sell Brokerage Agreement.

My services as your Exclusive Sellers Agent

1. I will represent you and only you. 100% of my fiduciary duty will be to no one else.  In other words, I will be working at your side, advising you every step of the way through your real estate sale.  My personal goal is to ensure that the process runs smoothly for you -- from helping you determine a fair market value for your home and marketing it, through presenting all offers as they are received, negotiating your terms and conditions and assisting you through settlement.

2. After you have reviewed and accepted a contract of offer, I will continue to assist you by being present for all inspections of your home in order to convey pertinent information to you in a timely manner.

3. I will work with the Buyers Agent to ensure that all time line commitments remain on-track, especially with regard to lender commitments and title company progress.

For any of you who are unsure if I'm the "right" Realtor, I invite you to give me a call and schedule a no-obligation meeting with me in the office, which is conveniently located just off Route 32 at the junction of Cedar Lane and Hickory Ridge Road in Columbia. You can meet me and I can meet you, and we can discuss your needs and goals in a relaxed, face-to-face forum.  Even better -- please call and we can meet at your home.

Auto Email Service

Need to stay on top of the market?  Want to receive a daily email alert for properties that meet your criteria within 24 hours of them being listed on our MLS?  Just call me to discuss your property requirements.  I can set you up with my auto-email service that will automatically alert you when a home that meets your criteria gets listed.  You'll save time researching what's available & you'll save money by not driving aimlessly through neighborhoods. You will never miss an opportunity again.

As you can see, my approach is painless, powerful and focused.  I look forward to giving you the service you deserve.  All it takes is a phone call, and you're on your way home!

Warmest Regards,

Art Lane

Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc.
10805 Hickory Ridge Road
Columbia, MD  21044
410-715-2724 (direct)
443-812-2604 (cell)

Email: art.lane@longandfoster.com