What is the difference between a Realtor and a Real Estate Agent? Some folks use these identifiers interchangably but there is a huge difference. Realtors belong to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and usually their local Association of Realtors. By doing so, they commit themselves to a higher level of ethics. Realtors are not allowed to call another Realtor's clients nor are they allowed to solicit that client. They are also required to put their client's interest above their own. Non-NAR members don't have to.

This is just good information to make you a smarter consumer. Realtors don't make more than a Real Estate Agent but I think you'll find they definitely work hard to earn it.

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I was recently reading an article in About.com that talks about getting the most for your home. The identified one of the primary truths in selling your home. - It isn't what you think your home is worth. It is what the BUYER thinks its worth.

This is one of the hardest things for an agent to communicate to a seller so feel free to do your homework - or rather let your agent do the homework! Make sure they get the resently sold comparables AND what is on the market now. Home values are changing constantly so take a hard look at what your home looks like compared to what the competition looks like. Everyone is looking for that great deal but if that great deal is also the "shiny penny" in the bunch, it is sold so fast your head will spin! Wouldn't you like that to be you?

Let me know if you have any questions or comments and good luck!

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Irvine is proud to present "Kids on the Green." Saturday, May 17th from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The Patchwork Players will be entertaining at the Bill Barber Park Amphitheater (4 Civic Center Plaza). This is a great chance to get out in our beautiful Orange County weather and hear some fun stories of history and folktales from countries around the world.

This is event is free! Hope to see you there!

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South Coast Rep is proud to present The Injured Party this weekend. They have a very special event on Saturday morning that lets you inside the play for tours and discussions.

This is a great experience for all of us theatre lovers. For more information go to http://www.scr.org/.

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Make sure your agent utilizes the latest technology, such as Internet sites that cater to homebuyers. Ins ome areas, cable access advertising is popular. Others use 800-number interactive voice response systems. A good agent will know where you can get the best exposure.

If you'd like to ask me what I does in these areas, feel free to call me at 949.683.4979.

Good luck!

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