Through RAMB’s 1,500 companies and more than 13,000 real estate professionals, sellers, buyers, and investors have access to a world of premium real estate services …

When you are working with a professional member of RAMB, your list of premium services from which to choose is almost limitless. Together with your Realtor member of RAMB, you can choose the services which will most benefit you as a seller, buyer or investor. Some of the services are highlighted here:

1. Make appointment with seller for listing presentation

2. Send seller a written or e-mail confirmation of listing appointment and call to confirm

3. Review pre-appointment questions

4. Research all comparable currently listed properties

5. Research relevant sales activity from MLS

6. Research relevant sales activity from the iMapp Premium Public Records Database

7. Research "Average Days on Market" for this property of this type, price range and location

8. Download and review property tax roll information

9. Prepare "Comparable Market Analysis" (CMA) to establish fair market value

10. Obtain copy of plat map

11. Research property's ownership & deed type

12. Research property's public record information

13. Obtain lot size & dimensions for the property

14. Research and obtain legal description

15. Research property's land use coding

16. Research property’s deed restrictions

17. Research property's current use and zoning

18. Identify if there are any lis pendens

19. Verify legal names of owner(s) in the public property records

20. Obtain aerial photo of the property

21. Obtain demographics of the property and surrounding area

22. Prepare listing presentation package with above materials

23. Perform exterior "Curb Appeal Assessment" of subject property

24. Compile and assemble formal file on property

25. Confirm current public schools and explain impact of schools on market value

26. Review listing appointment checklist to ensure all steps and actions have been completed

27. Give seller an overview of current market conditions and projections

28. Review agent's and company's credentials and accomplishments in the market

29. Present company's profile and position or "niche" in the marketplace

30. Present CMA Results To Seller, including Comparables, Solds, Current Listings & Expireds

31. Offer pricing strategy based on professional judgment and interpretation of current market conditions

32. Discuss Goals With Seller To Market Effectively

33. Explain market power and benefits of Multiple Listing Service

34. Explain market power of web marketing, IDX and REALTOR. com

35. Explain the power and value of the immobel. com 13-language website and e-marketing tool

36. Explain the marketing power and value of your International Referral Network

37. Explain how the day after you enter the property in the MLS it will be available in 13 languages on thousands of member

immobel. com sites and International Referral Network sites in the U. S. and worldwide

38. Highlight the major internet sites and portals where their property will be marketed, most in 13 languages

39. Discuss that through your Southeast Florida MLS network, there are over 50,000 real estate professionals that will have access

to their property and have the opportunity to market it to their customers and clients

40. Address the advantages of your expanded MLS network which allows access to your listed properties to Realtors in the prime

markets including nine (9) counties in Mid-Florida and Sarasota including Orlando, Kissimmee, Lakeland, and Tampa

41. Introduce how their property will be marketed on the award winning Terrafly. com site which includes satellite imagery and

major census, schools, and community information

42. Discuss the Private Client Web Page through MLXPro which connects you 24/7 by automatically displaying client property

matches, CMAs, scheduled appointments and completed tasks

43. Explain the work the company and agent do "behind the scenes" and the agent's availability on weekends

44. Explain agent's role in taking calls to screen for qualified buyers and protect seller from curiosity seekers

45. Discuss how “ShowingAssist” allows you to address the sellers’ showing schedule and preferences and permits other real

estate professionals to request, schedule and confirm showings electronically

46. Address the agent’s role in following up with other agents after showings to determine interest and obtain on property

47. Cover the advantages of your system for internet leads which includes MLXPro sending an alert to your cell phone when a

new lead comes in, creating a new contact record, and scheduling a follow-up call

48. Present and discuss strategic marketing plan

49. Explain agency relationship(s)

50. Explain how the applicable agency relationship effects the seller and buyer(s)

51. Review and explain the clauses in Listing Contract & Addendum and obtain seller's signature

52. Review current title information

53. Measure overall and enclosed square footage

54. Measure interior room sizes

55. Confirm lot size via owner's copy of certified survey, if available

56. Note any and all unrecorded property lines, agreements, easements

57. Obtain house or condominium floor plans, if applicable and available

58. Review house plans, if available

59. Prepare showing instructions for buyers' agents and agree on showing time window with seller

60. Set up “ShowingAssist” in MLS system based on the agreed upon time frames

61. Obtain current mortgage loan(s) information: companies and & loan account numbers

62. Verify current loan information with lender(s)

63. Check assumability of loan(s) and any special requirements

64. Discuss possible buyer financing alternatives and options with seller

65. Review possible incentives from seller

66. Review current appraisal if available

67. Identify Homeowner or Condo Association manager if applicable

68. Verify Homeowner or Condo Association Fees with manager - mandatory or optional and current annual fee

69. Identify if there are any Homeowner or Condo Assessments currently paid, assessed or planned/proposed

70. Order copy of or verify access to Homeowner Association bylaws or Condo Docs, if applicable

71. Research electricity availability and supplier's name and phone number

72. Calculate average utility usage from last 12 months of bills

73. Research and verify city sewer/septic tank system

74. Water System: Calculate average water fees or rates from last 12 months of bills

75. If applicable - Well Water: Confirm well status, depth and output from Well Report

76. Natural Gas: Research/verify availability and supplier's name and phone number

77. Verify security system, current term of service, whether owned or leased and any ongoing costs or fees

78. Verify if seller has transferable Termite Bond

79. Ascertain need for lead-based paint disclosure

80. Prepare detailed list of property amenities and assess market impact

81. Prepare detailed list of property's "Inclusions & Conveyances with Sale"

82. Compile list of completed repairs and maintenance items

83. With the seller, identify additional repairs, maintenance, or cosmetic issues and timeframe for completion

84. Send “Vacancy Report or Checklist" to seller if property is vacant and owner is out of the area

85. Explain benefits and costs of Home Owner Warranty to seller

86. Assist sellers with completion and submission of Home Owner Warranty Application, if desired

87. If ordered, place Home Owner Warranty in property file when received for conveyance at time of sale

88. Have extra key(s) made for lockbox and office

89. Verify if property has rental units involved. And if so complete the following:

90. If rented: Make copies of all leases for retention in listing file

91. If rented: Verify all rents & deposits

92. If rented: Inform tenants of listing and discuss how showings will be handled

93. Arrange for installation of yard sign

94. Assist seller with completion of Seller's Disclosure form

95. Draft the listing profile data sheet

96. Complete Interior Décor Assessment

97. Complete "New Listing Checklist or work list of items"

98. Review results of Curb Appeal Assessment with seller and provide suggestions to improve salability

99. Review results of Interior Décor Assessment and suggest changes to shorten time on market

100. Take photos of the property

101. Load listing into transaction management software program

102. Provide seller with signed copies of Listing Agreement and any documents signed

103. Finalize the MLS Profile Sheet -- Agent is responsible for "quality control" and accuracy of listing data

104. Have the property data from Profile Sheet entered into MLS Listing Database as soon as possible after signature

105. Proofread MLS database listing for accuracy - including photo(s) entered or ordered

106. Add property to company's Active Listings list

107. Take additional photos for upload into MLS and use in flyers

108. Create 13 language e-marketing brochure from immobel. com website

109. Create flyer/brochure

110. Create print and internet promotions

111. Coordinate showings with owners, tenants, and other Realtors®

112. Responsible for returning all calls and emails – weekends included

113. Install electronic lock box if authorized by owner. Program with agreed-upon showing times

114. Coordinate electronic lock box programming with ShowingAssist programming

115. Prepare mailing and contact list(s)

116. Generate mail-merge letters, postcards or emails to contact list(s)

117. Prepare “Just Listed” labels or emails

118. Prepare flyers or marketing pieces & feedback faxes or emails

119. Review comparable MLS listings regularly to ensure property remains competitive in price, terms, conditions and availability

120. Prepare property marketing brochure and materials

121. Arrange for printing or copying of supply of marketing brochures or flyers

122. Place marketing brochures in all company agent mail boxes

123. Upload listing to company and agent Internet site, if applicable

124. Send "Just Listed" notice to all neighborhood residents

125. Advise Network Referral Program of listing

126. Provide marketing data to buyers coming through international relocation networks

127. Provide marketing data to buyers coming from referral network

128. Provide "Special Feature" cards for marketing, if applicable

129. Submit ads to company's participating Internet real estate sites

130. Promptly enter price and other changes in MLS listing database

131. Convey price and other changes promptly to network and all Internet groups

132. Reprint/supply brochures promptly as needed

133. Review and update loan information in MLS as necessary

134. Review weekly market activity

135. Send feedback e-mails or faxes to buyers' agents after showings

136. Discuss feedback from showing agents with seller to determine if changes will accelerate the sale

137. Place regular update calls to seller to discuss marketing & pricing

138. Receive and review all Offers to Purchase contracts submitted by buyers or buyers' agents.

139. Evaluate offer(s) and prepare a "net sheet" on each for the owner for comparison purposes

140. Counsel seller on offers. Explain merits and weakness of each component of each offer

141. Contact buyers' agents to review buyer's qualifications and discuss offer

142. Fax or email Seller's Disclosure to buyer's agent or buyer on request - prior to offer if possible

143. If applicable, confirm buyer is pre-qualified by calling Loan Officer

144. Obtain pre-qualification letter on buyer from Loan Officer

145. Negotiate all offers on seller's behalf, identifying and setting time limit for loan approval and closing date

146. Prepare and convey any counteroffers, acceptance or amendments and addenda to buyer's agent

147. Deliver copies of fully signed Offer to Purchase contract and addenda to seller

148. When Offer to Purchase Contract is accepted and signed by seller, deliver to buyer's agent

149. Fax or deliver copies of Offer to Purchase contract and addenda to Selling Agent

150. Record and promptly deposit buyer's earnest money in escrow account.

151. Disseminate "Under-Contract Showing Restrictions" as seller requests

152. After signatures, fax or deliver copies of contract and addenda to closing attorney or title company

153. Assure that Offer to Purchase contract and addenda are faxed or delivered to lender

154. Provide copies of signed Offer to Purchase contract and addenda for office file

155. Advise seller regarding possible handling of additional offers to purchase submitted between contract and closing

156. Change status in MLS to "Sale Pending"

157. Update transaction management program to show "Sale Pending"

158. Provide credit report information to seller if property will be seller-financed

159. If seller financed, review buyer's credit report results -- discuss worst and best case scenarios

160. Assist buyer or buyer’s agent with obtaining financing, if appropriate and follow-up as necessary

161. If applicable, coordinate with lender on interest rate, discount points, etc. , being locked in with dates

162. Deliver unrecorded or additional property information to buyer, if applicable

163. Confirm termite, home inspection, water or septic system inspections, if applicable

164. Receive and review termite, home inspection, water or septic system report(s) and assess any possible impact on sale

165. Deliver copy of termite, home inspection, septic system reports to seller, buyer, lender & attorney/title company and file

166. Deliver copies of applicable Reports to seller, buyer, lender, attorney/title company and to property file

167. Confirm Verifications of Deposit & Buyer's Employment Have Been Returned

168. Follow Loan Processing through to the Underwriter

169. Add lender and other vendors to transaction management program so agents, buyer and seller can track progress of sale

170. Contact lender or buyers agent weekly to ensure processing is on track

171. Relay final approval of buyer's loan application to seller

172. Coordinate buyer's professional home inspection with seller

173. Review home inspector's report

174. Enter completion into transaction management tracking software program

175. Explain seller's responsibilities with respect to loan limits and interpret any clauses in the contract

176. Ensure seller's compliance with Home Inspection Clause requirements

177. Assist seller with identifying and negotiating with trustworthy contractors to perform any required repairs

178. Negotiate payment and oversee completion of all required repairs on seller's behalf, if needed

179. Assure that Appraisal is scheduled

180. Provide comparable sales used in market pricing to appraiser

181. Follow-up on appraisal

182. Note complete in transaction management program

183. Assist in questioning appraisal if it seems too low or provide additional comparables to appraiser

184. Contract Is Signed By All Parties

185. Coordinate closing process with buyer's agent and lender

186. Update closing forms & files

187. Ensure all parties have all forms and information needed to close the sale

188. Select location where closing will be held

189. Confirm closing date/time and notify all parties

190. Assist in solving any title problems (boundary disputes, easements, etc) or obtaining Death Certificates

191. Work with buyer's agent in scheduling and conducting buyer's final walk-thru prior to closing

192. Research all tax, HOA, utility and other applicablepro-rations

193. Request final closing figures from closing agent (attorney or title company)

194. Receive & carefully review closing figures to ensure accuracy of preparation

195. Forward verified closing figures to seller andbuyer or buyer's agent

196. Request copy of closing documents from closing agent

197. Review all closing documents carefully for errors

198. Confirm buyer and buyer's agent have received title insurance commitment

199. If applicable, provide "Home Owners Warranty" for availability at closing

200. Forward closing documents to absentee seller, if applicable

201. Review documents with closing agent (attorney)

202. Provide earnest money deposit check from escrow account to closing agent

203. If applicable, coordinate this closing with seller's next purchase and resolve any timing problems

204. Have a "no surprises" closing so that seller receives a net proceeds check at closing

205. Refer sellers to one of the best agents at their destination, if applicable

206. Change MLS status to Sold. Enter sale date, price, selling broker and agent's ID numbers, etc.

207. Close out listing in transaction management program

208. Answer questions about filing claims with Home Owner Warranty company if requested

209. Attempt to clarify and resolve any conflicts about repairs if buyer is not satisfied

210. Respond to any follow-on calls and provide any additional information required from office files

211. Maintain file of documents for later reference

212. Serve as the source for real estate information after the closing