Real estate researcher

When selling or buying Arizona real estate, one of the most invaluable tools you can utilize is the Arizona MLS. The Arizona MLS is a multiple listing service which offers a database of homes for sale. An Arizona real estate consultant can browse listings on the Arizona MLS for you, or you can access it for free on the Internet. You can also list your property in the Arizona MLS database for a flat fee if you choose not to go with a realtor.

The Arizona MLS is made up of several local associations of Realtors. In Mohave County, the WARDEX represents realtors in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu City and Kingman. In Maricopa and Pinal counties, the AMRLS, which is the fifth largest in the nation is comprised of five separate associations. Other smaller cities such as Payson have their own MLS. Overall, there are about 15 multiple listing services in Arizona. It is vital when listing your home that you are placed in the right MLS database. A Kingman property would need to be listed in the WARDEX to be visible to local realtors in Kingman. So if you are wanting to relocate from Yuma to Phoenix, you would need to contact a realtor who is a member of the AMRLS and not your local realtor in Yuma. Most people do not realize that even though an Arizona realtor is licensed to buy and sell homes in the entire state, they may only be a member of one MLS system.

When browsing the Arizona MLS, you will find that it offers a variety of information on each home including: the address, the square footage, upgrades, accessibility features, maps and amenities. Some listings will also link to a virtual tour. The Arizona MLS offers sales data so you can identify similar sold properties and do comparisons so you know what to offer. The MLS will also show foreclosures, pre-foreclosures and investment properties. Searching the Arizona MLS is a great way to save time and gas and will help narrow down what you want before visiting each home.

Being listed in the Arizona MLS has many key advantages. The main advantage is that it exposes your home to hundreds of realtors, thereby increasing your chances of selling your home faster. If you are a “for sale by owner” seller, you can handle your own contract negotiations while having access to state-approved realtor purchase forms. It also allows you to offer a set commission upfront to any realtor who brings a buyer and completes the sale. This could also be considered a “finder’s fee” which is a huge motivator for the Arizona real estate community to find you a buyer. “For Sale by Owner” sellers can also save about 2-3% on a sale.

The MLS is an important marketing tool and is one of the keys to sales success. If you are searching for a home in Maricopa County, you can search the Arizona MLS for free at: http://www.anthonyboydston.com/listings. If you want to sell your home, please contact Arizona Real Estate Consultant Anthony Boydston at 602.904.1496.

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