You have decided to sell your Raleigh home or commercial  and you are looking for a Raleigh realtor to help you with the process. You may think that all realtors are the same. When you are selling your property, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the industry before making a decision.

First, you must understand what a real estate agent does. An agent is licensed by the state of North Carolina to sell properties. They must take a course and pass a test before becoming licensed. Most handle all types of real estate transactions. However some specialize in certain types of real estate. Let’s take a look at some of the types:

• Condominiums. If you are selling your condo, you are looking for a buyer who wants a low maintenance home but still wants the pride of ownership. Many condominiums are located in the downtown are and appeal to the busy, young professional. Older, retired couples are also interested in condo living.
• Luxury homes. According to Zillow.com, luxury homes have not been selling as well as single family homes in the past year. The luxury home buyer wants a showcase for entertaining combined with comfort.
• Single family homes. Raleigh is a popular spot for families because of the great schools systems and opportunities for higher learning. However, with the declining real estate market, many of these homes have moved slowly. The most popular areas are near downtown Raleigh where home values are less expensive.
• Location—that is what will determine how well a commercial property will sell. If you have closed your business and are looking to sell, consider some capital improvements to make the deal sweeter for potential buyers.
• You may have bought some land in hopes of building a new home but have decided to stay where you are  Some real estate agents specialize in land sales and can help you find a buyer.

If the reports about the dismal real estate market concern you, consider that Raleigh is one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. Many people consider other factors besides price when deciding on a home. If you want to encourage sellers about your home and area, here are some facts:

• The population of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill metropolitan area has grown 48 percent in eight years. This is according to the U.S. Census Bureau. People are attracted to the area because of the job market. Golden Corral and Carquest are just two of the national companies headquartered here.
• In 2009, the popular search engine Yahoo named the area as the fifth best place to find a job. According to an article the unemployment rate was 8.8 percent compared to double digit numbers in other cities.
• Forbes.com ranked the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area as one of the best places to educate your child in 2007.
• Because of the large universities, the area is known as the “Research Triangle.” Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are a short drive away from downtown Raleigh. The Triangle attracts top talent in bio-technology.
• Raleigh is the capitol of the state and is where important policies are made for all residents. The downtown area has several coffee shops that are the location for many spirited political debates when the North Carolina Legislature is in session.

When selling your real estate, make sure your Raleigh realtor understands the unique appeal of your property and city. Showing this appeal could lead to a quick sale!