Real Estate in Redwood City

Lot 19,000 sqft

House 2,700 sqft

5 rooms, 3 baths.

Serene setting next to country club in Emerald Hills, California.

$ 4,500 per month

Call (650) 549-4227 for more information.

Emerald Hills borders Woodside. Only separated by Highway 280 from this illustrious and posh home to many Silicon Valley millionnaires, Emerald Hills boasts the same hills and forests.

One advantage Emerald Hills has over its neighbor is its country club which hosts a fresh water lake open to the public for swimming.

Living in Emerald Hills, you do not travel on your vacation: the beach, the clean water, the good weather, it is all right there at you doorstep.

Finding the right Redwood City real estate agent to help you sell your home (or to help you buy one, in the case of a buyer’s agent ) is everything. Real estate transactions in Redwood City are as intricate as anywhere else in California, and if you’re like most home buyers, all your assets are on the line. But all Redwood City real estate agents aren’t created equal. Some Redwood City realtors get personally involved every step of the way, while some outsource a work to other Redwood City real estate brokers. The amount of education a Redwood City realtor has, the knowledge they possess about the neighborhoods you want to buy into and the real estate listings they have access to vary widely.

Before you get started, it’s important to understand exactly what (or who) you’re shopping for. Many people use the terms “realtor”, “real estate agent” and “real estate broker” interchangeably, but they aren’t mutually inclusive. A real estate agent in Redwood City is a person who has a real estate license California. A Redwood City realtor is a real estate agent in Redwood City who has earned additional certification from the National Association of Realtors. And a real estate broker is a Redwood City realtor who has yet more training and a different license than either real estate agents or realtors.

Confused yet? For the most part, the exact title of the Redwood City real estate professional you work with isn’t as important as the level of commitment, energy and local knowledge he or she may have. But trying to find the real estate agent who embodies all the above can still be a challenge. Read over the following tips for choosing a realtor (or real estate agent, or broker) in Redwood City and you’ll be ahead of the game:

* There are a few types of real estate agencies out there – small ones, large ones, franchises and independent agencies – but don’t get too hung up on the differences. The individual agent is more important than the real estate agency.

* Know what type of representation you’re looking for. Most real estate agents in Redwood City are seller’s agents, meaning they only represent sellers’ interests (to the disadvantage of buyers). This is great if you’re a seller, but if you’re looking to buy a home inquire about buyer’s agents – brokers who represent the buyer’s interests in real estate transactions – at any agency you look at.

* To find the right agency, do some legwork. There are lots of real estate agencies listed in the phonebook (and online). But if you pick one at random you’ll probably regret it. Explore the neighborhoods you’re interested in buying into and look for realtors / brokers nearby.

* Search for real estate agents, not individual homes or properties in Redwood City. You may be looking through Redwood City’s newspaper’s real estate section one day and fall in love with a home that a particular real estate agent is listing. However, the agent might tell you that property is taken, but they have others you’d love. Less reputable agencies will often use this bait and switch trick to lure in customers. Chances are you’re not going to get the first home you fall for anyway. The long-term relationship you have with your real estate agent is more important than any particular home.

* Look for experience. The real estate profession has a high rate of turnover, which means lots of untested agents are constantly moving in and out of agencies. If you’re considering working with a particular realtor or broker in Redwood City, ask how long they’ve been practicing. If it’s been less than two years, keep looking.

* Look for commitment. Many real estate agents only practice on a part-time basis and they might not have the time or drive to give you the attention you deserve. Also, many brokers are only interested in representing properties within a certain price range. If your home isn’t in it, they might not give it their all.

* Interview real estate agents you’re interested in working with. Experts suggest you sit down with at least three prospective realtors, so you can get a feel for them and what they can do for you. Don’t be afraid to ask them how well they know your neighborhood and exactly how often you’ll hear from them. Ask for references and check them. Evaluate prospective agents based on personality as well. Your relationship with your real estate agent will be a working one, and if you don’t think you’d work well with him or her, it won’t work out.

* Ask friends to refer you to real estate agents they’ve had good experiences with.

* Select a Redwood City real estate agent who can work with your schedule. If you can only see homes on evenings and weekends, you won’t go very far with an agent who only works days.

* Ask any prospective real estate agent what they’ll do to sell your home. It sounds elementary, but not all agents work the same way. Some brokers will advertise your property and spread the word to other agents they know. Others will just add your property to the MLS (Multiple Listing Service, a directory of homes for sale) and wait for inquiries. The more proactive your realtor, the better.

Good luck with your real estate transactions in Redwood City.