SmartChoice™ For Buyers

Q. When should you buy real estate and NOT be represented by a REALTOR®?

A. Never (unless you are a REALTOR®).

If you are a real estate buyer, it makes absolute sense to be represented by a REALTOR®. It does not cost you a dime. That's because, with few exceptions, the seller pays the commission or fee.

What if you were able to get that money (it can be up to 3% of the purchase price) credited to you at closing? You can. If you agree to pay us for the work we do for you. Because we can work for you on different fee arrangements allowing you to do some of the work, you only have to pay us for what we do. That can be a little...or more...but usually much less than the seller is willing to pay. And, when the seller pays, the entire amount is credited to you at closing.

You see, a large part of the expense in helping you find the home of your dreams is our time showing you homes on the market. If you can help us minimize that time, you can control what you get back. It is just that simple.

At Choice³, you make a SmartChoice™ fee selection based on your objectives, how much work you want to do and a needs analysis using the following criteria:

Your needs and objectives including time frames, schools and commute
What communities are attractive to you
Estimate of buyer price range,
Market conditions and buyer competition

Based on the results, you decide what is best for your situation: hourly rates, a fixed fee, or a straight commission rebate. We will give you an estimate of your cost for each alternative

How do we do this? With SmartPlan™, a system we developed that identifies all the essential, optional and premium services complete with fixed fees, estimated hours for each task and, finally, your bottom line estimated cost and potential rebate. Simply click and choose. We give you complete control!

We never recommend that you eliminate any essential steps required for a successful purchase. On the other hand, we never recommend more than we believe is necessary. If you are convinced we have a better way, contact us so we can show you the numbers! Have questions about our experience and service? See what our clients say! Still have questions? Select your question below and go for answers.

You Choose. You Win!

SmartChoice™ for Buyers We jointly choose the services you need then... you Choose the plan that's right for you and You Win!
(1) Hourly Rates	(2) Fee Based	(3) Commissions
The client may choose to do some activities on their own.	The client may choose to do some activities on their own.	Agent provides full range of real estate services.
Services paid by the hour. Rates depend on the type of services requested.	Each activity is defined and priced at a fixed fee. Services can be added any time.	A commission rebate is negotiated.
Out of pocket costs are reimbursed plus a nominal administrative fee.	Out of pocket costs are reimbursed plus a nominal administrative fee.	No other agent charges.
The total fee is controlled by hours worked plus out of pocket costs.	The total fee is controlled by the authorized services.	The total fee is controlled by the selling price of the property.
Client pays a retainer and monthly invoices for hours worked plus out of pocket costs.	Client pays a retainer and monthly invoices plus out of pocket costs.	Total fee is paid at closing. A reduced fee can be applied if buying agent also is listing your property.
Benefit: A quick transaction can provide significant rebates at closing.	Benefit: Client controls the fees for the transaction. Provides rebates at closing.	Benefit: More traditional all encompassing service approach.