Types of services that a broker can provide

ince each state's laws may differ from others, it is generally advised that prospective sellers or buyers consult a licensed real estate professional.

Some Examples:

• comparative market analysis (CMA) - an estimate of the home's value compared with others. This differs from an appraisal in that property currently for sale may be taken into consideration (competition for the subject property).
• Exposure - Marketing the real property to prospective buyers.
• Facilitating a Purchase - guiding a buyer through the process.
• Facilitating a Sale - guiding a seller through the selling process.
• FSBO document preparation - preparing necessary paperwork for "Sale By Owner" sellers.
• Full Residential Appraisal - but only, in most states, if the broker is also licensed as an appraiser.
• Home Selling Kits - guides to how to market and sell a property.
• Hourly Consulting for a fee, based on the client's needs.
• Leasing for a fee or percentage of the gross lease value.
• Property Management.
• Exchanging property.
• Auctioning property.
• Preparing contracts and leases. (Not in all states.)

These services are also changing as a variety of real estate trends re-engineer the industry.