A property's buyer and seller will experience a different part of the process. However, the process, as a whole, remains the same. Let me point out the two sides of the same coin. A seller will hire an agent to list the house, while a buyer will hire an agent to find one. As a buyer or seller's agent, you will only have to experience one side, but as a transaction broker, you will do both. So I will lay it out as the latter so you can get familiar with the "whole coin" and later choose "heads or tales." The first step will be finding a listing. You will meet with your client and prove that you are the best agent to work with. Then, you will have them sign a "Listing Agreement." Listing agreements vary by state, so make sure you use the correct document approved by an attorney and/or the National Association of Realtors. In Florida, these documents are typically called "FAR/BAR Approved" documents and can be acquired from your broker. During the listing meeting, you should have found out if the property will need immediate work, in-order to sell faster and for the price the seller is expecting. If the property needs work before "going active," ensure it gets done. You will want to have a signed listing agreement first, as the seller may choose another agent during the repair process. You can get a signed listing agreement and set a date for the property to "go active." I can't stress this enough. If you recommend someone, you must be the one to follow up with them. If any problems occur, you will be held responsible! If you are not 100% certain that the person you recommend will do an outstanding job, don't recommend anyone! In recent times, you can refer your client to an internet search. Once you and the seller have agreed on the listing terms and the repairs have been completed, ensure the contract is filled out
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