In 1995, just two percent of homebuyers used the Internet to search for a home.  Today, nearly all buyers do so. 

Technology is not only changing how Americans buy and sell their homes, but it’s also changing how they work with real estate agents and brokers.  Instead of going the “do-it-yourself” route, buyers who use the Internet to help with house hunting are more likely to use a real estate agent than non-Internet users.  Why?  They rely on an agent to provide services that the Internet cannot replace, such as negotiating a purchase price and helping with paperwork.

The study which revealed these statistics also shows that sellers actually benefit from the expertise of a real estate agent.  The median home price for sellers who use an agent is 16% higher than the price of an owner-sold home. 

The survey also found that typical buyers walk through nine properties over a period of eight weeks before making a purchase offer, and move 12 miles from their previous residences.  They typical seller lives in their home for six years and has their home on the market four weeks before it sells.   (April 2006 Welcome Home, Blake Johnson, President, Advanced Home Funding, Brentwood TN)

As your Nashville Realtor®  

JENNY

Saves time  . . . Reduces stress . . .

Makes the process more convenient
Provides great service . . . And is a source of knowledge!

Jenny is knowledgeable in Buying and Selling Real Estate.
Jenny is easy to reach.
Jenny understands the requirements of good Customer Service. 

MORE Reasons to use a Realtor . . .

WHY USE A REALTOR® WHEN BUYING REAL ESTATE?

Because it is ABSOLUTELY FREE for BUYERS to use the services of a professional Realtor®.

Buyers ALWAYS have an advantage when represented by a licensed agent.  A Realtor® can find properties that match the Buyer’s requirements quickly.  A Realtor® will make sure the BUYER'S needs are met while professionally negotiating the transaction. Negotiating the transaction yourself can be compared to acting as your own lawyer! Attorneys hire legal representation because they know that only an impartial outside party can effectively advocate their case.

Buyers planning to build a new home or to purchase new construction especially need Realtor® representation. As a Realtor® who is independent of construction and development companies, I represent ONLY the BUYER. I protect the BUYER'S interests from the start to finish. I can help Buyers evaluate the pros and cons of locations, schools, architects, builders and contractors. UNLIKE the staff of development and construction companies, I represent YOUR INTERESTS EXCLUSIVELY. Let me help YOU find the hidden values, special promotions and many other ways to REDUCE THE COST of owning a new home. Call me if you have questions!

WHY USE A REALTOR® WHEN SELLING REAL ESTATE?

To get YOUR property SOLD at the BEST PRICE, as QUICKLY as possible, with the least issues, hiring a Realtor® is the VERY BEST OPTION!

MARKETING: Realtors® analyze current data including price, financing, terms and conditions of competing and recently sold properties. Unlimited access to relevant statistics gives Realtors® every advantage in marketing your home.

NETWORKING:  Realtors® from different companies may have never met, yet they are associates, and The Realtor® Code of Ethics requires that all Realtors® cooperate for the benefit of the client.

Studies conducted by The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® indicate that 82% of real estate sales result from agent contacts with past clients, referrals, friends, family and personal contacts. Additionally, Buyers from outside the area most often search for a home with a Realtor® for quick access to properties that meet their needs while keeping them from getting lost in unfamiliar territory.

FINANCING: Realtors® can refer clients to loan officers who can help them get financing.

ADVERTISING:  The Multiple Listing Service and Realtor.com present your property in the best possible light all over the world. Realtors® know where to advertise specific properties.

SAFETY:  Realtors® screen prospective clients to prevent a criminal from "casing the joint" at your expense!  Requiring that a client is pre-qualified before showing them properties discourages those who are merely curious to view a home.

SCHEDULING: “For Sale by Owner” Sellers frequently deal with the inconvenience and frustration of callers who schedule appointments and are never heard from again.  

SALES: Realtors® can address Buyer's concerns more comfortably than Sellers. Buyers tend to hide their objections from Sellers due to the awkwardness of the situation. Realtors® can easily get feedback from the Buyer, whether positive or negative. Additionally, Realtors® are better equipped to professionally counter Buyers objections.

NEGOTIATION:  A Realtor® can help analyze each contract while protecting your interests. An accepted contract is just the start of a series of appraisals, inspections and financing hurdles. There are many sources of potential issues, but a Realtor® will write a legally binding contract that is mutually beneficial, which will more likely make it to the closing table.

RENEGOTIATION & CLOSING: Between the binding contract and the closing date, issues can surface, like unexpected home repairs required to be completed by the mortgage lender to receive financing, or a problem with the title. Most Sellers are overwhelmed with even the paperwork.  A Realtor® has the expertise and experience to take care of all issues and move the transaction to closing.

FINAL THOUGHTS: Most real estate transactions deal with at least $100,000. If you had a $100,000 tax issue, you would hire a CPA. If you had a $100,000 legal issue, you would hire an attorney.  Taking into account the relatively small cost for the professional services of a Realtor® -- WORKING WITH A REALTOR® is YOUR VERY BEST OPTION!

All Real Estate Licensees are not the same. Only Real Estate Licensees who are members of the National Association of Realtors® are properly called Realtors® and abide by The Realtor® Code of Ethics.

Whether buying or selling real estate, contact Nashville Realtor® Jenny Markham to professionally handle this most important transaction.

Remember  . . . Don’t spend a PENNY ‘til you call JENNY!

Following are some of my favorite testimonials.  I'm blessed to help wonderful people sell their homes for the best deals and to help them find the place where they will be happy.   September 2009   When we decided to move to the Nashville area, we received Jenny’s name from friends who were also involved in a long-distance move to Nashville. We contacted Jenny about our impending move and provided her with details regarding price, home features and preferred location. She immediately began researching properties and forwarding those that met our criteria to us.    When we arrived in Hendersonville for our house-hunting trip, Jenny was willing to work long hours in order to accommodate our schedule and help us find our new home. She arrived each morning with a comprehensive list of homes that met our specifications, but was prepared to make changes to the schedule as needed.   Throughout the entire process, Jenny was extremely professional and her integrity was beyond reproach. She exceeded our expectations and took a personal interest in every aspect of our relocation.  She maintained a neutral position, providing factual information and allowing us to make the ultimate decision without any pressure from her. After finalization of our home purchase, Jenny has maintained contact with us to ensure that we are satisfied with our new home.   We highly recommend Jenny to anyone who is interested in buying or selling property in the Nashville area. She will certainly be our choice for future real estate needs.   Gary and Renee Ingle   March 2009   We think Jenny Markham is a great realtor and wonderful person. Our kids, ages 10, 9 and 6 love Jenny. While selling our house, she stayed in constant contact and kept us informed about showings and feedback.   She did a fantastic job selling our house in Gallatin and helping us find a new lake home. She sold our house in the winter in one of the most difficult real estate markets in history.   We were very impressed with her enthusiasm, hard work, and availability. Almost every time we called, she would personally answer her telephone. Her marketing plan was top notch. She made such a great virtual tour of our house, it made it harder for us to want to sell it.   Jenny really pays attention to details and made sure everything went smoothly when we bought our new house and sold the old house on the same day.   We had especially difficult negotiations buying our new house, but Jenny really stayed calm and professional. We would recommend her to anyone.   Steve, Leslie, Abby, Matthew, Ethan Bennett     February 2009   Thank you Jenny for all the hard work and driving us around to all those homes in such a short span of time! We are so glad we chose you as our realtor. You were simply super!   Sincerely, The Foertters     January 2009   Thanks, Jenny. I want you to know that you are the BEST real estate agent that I have EVER worked with! I really appreciate that and I just know that you are going to find my retirement land/home!   Darlene     May 2008   Dear Jenny,   We just can't thank you enough for working with us over the past two years in our long-winded search for the perfect home... and for helping us get into it once we finally found it! We love our new home and are enjoying the process of settling in with our furry "kids" very much.   We know that with our special circumstances it was a tough road of ups and downs in trying to get into a home of our own, but we greatly appreciate your patience and flexibility throughout the process, as well as your passion for what you do and your enthusiasm in "completing the mission" we set out on. We never felt rushed into something we didn't want, and always felt that no matter how long the search took, you truly had our best interest at heart and were determined not to give up. Along the way, we were happy to realize that we'd not only found the best agent, but also a great friend!   We have already passed your business cards along to several friends and will continue to let everyone know what a hard-working, dedicated and caring agent you are. Thank you for all you have done to help make our dream come true!   Sincerely, Bill & Heather Davis      February 2008   Thanks Jenny for all your help throughout our home buying process! Your customer service has exceeded our expectations (perfect example is this email you sent to help me better understand the closing costs/prepaids). Although buying our first home is a big decision and a huge step for us, your hard work, clear communication and trustworthiness has made us feel extremely comfortable and made the process go very smoothly! We feel so blessed that you are our realtor! Thanks for everything!!   Lisa Wiltz Marketing Planning Specialist     September 2007   Our agent, Jenny Markham, went way beyond just selling our house and helping us locate a place to buy - She really wanted us to be satisfied - She communicated with us each detail and we were always informed. You have a great person representing Bob Parks! We also know her ethics are in place - good package for anyone looking for an agent. ... Met Jenny Markham 3 years ago at an open house and were so impressed with her interest and enthusiasm we wanted her to be our agent when we decided to sell.   Harris and Myrna Deere     May 2007   Jenny, thank you for ALL your help. You have gone above and beyond what you needed to do as our realtor. We consider you family. We are so blessed to have been able to go through this home buying process with you. You were always on top of everything We can't wait to be in our new home!    God Bless You!     Bob, Colleen, Rachel and Rebekah Cavanaugh     October 2006   Thank you!!! We really appreciate all you have done for us. We realize you've gone above and beyond the call of duty!!!   Jill Grim     September 2006   Jenny Markham was tenacious in her pursuit of a home for us. Her follow up was excellent as well as her communication.   Fred and Margie Canaday     September 2006   Great Experience!   Stacey Wathen     May 2005   Jenny is a great asset to your company. She has always been there for us throughout the entire transaction and continued to help after our closing date. Buying a home is very stressful to say the least and it helps when you have an agent that is as kind and helpful as Jenny.   Jim Taylor, Special Agent in Charge, FBI – Retired     May 2005   Jenny, you did a wonderful job with selling our home. You are so detailed and very professional on the buying and selling side. I was so comfortable with you walking us through the entire process. I felt like you were family to me and that I could ask you anything. I did not feel pressured at all the entire time we worked with you. Not only did you become my realtor, but you became a special friend to me.   E. Clunan     July 2006   (Godiva Chocolatier)   Jenny,   I just really wanted you to know how much we appreciate the time and effort you are putting in for our family.   It really means a lot! You have been very sweet to our family so chocolate seemed the best way to show it. I hope you enjoy them! :-)   James, Janet, Vanessa & Brooke Vogel     4/27/06   (GiftCertificateCenter)   To Jenny Markham -   Thank you for all your hard work and efforts!!   Love, Gary & Christina Flinn     December 2005   (GiftCertificateCenter)   Jenny -   We want to thank you for all the hard work you did for us to sell our house. You are truly wonderful at your job! Thanks for letting us, all of us, (Marlee & Sophie included) hang out at your house and in your driveway when we had showings.   I'm so thankful to have you as a friend, too. I just wish I hadn't waited so long to get to know you. You've always taken such good care of the cats when we needed you. You looked after them, loved them and played with them like they were your own! :-)   I will truly miss you but please, lets keep in touch.   We love and appreciate you so much -   Jamie, Dan & Riley Sophie, Marlee, Alex, Oscar, Frankie, Friend and Bart     5/27/05   (GiftCertificateCenter)   Jenny,   Just a note to thank you so much for all that you have done for Janice & I during the purchase of our new home. Although purchasing a new home ranks among the top five stressors you certainly have gone beyond the call of duty in serving our needs.   You have been a true professional throughout this transition as well as a friend which is hard to find in todays world. Janice and I both thank you so much.   P.S. Keep in touch.   Your friend, Jim Taylor Special Agent in Charge FBI - Retired     2005   Jenny,   It doesn't appear that we will be moving to Nashville right now. . . . You are, by far, the most thorough real estate agent I've ever dealt with and we will work with you in the future if and when we know more about our relocation to the area.   Thanks again, Ceci       Please call me, Jenny Markham, at (615) 812-4174.  I would love to help you sell your home and find the place where you will be happy.  Thanks for your time and God bless you!    And remember . . . Don’t spend a PENNY ‘til you call JENNY!

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