TWENTY-ONE REASONS WHY…

CENTURY 21 Makes it Easier to Buy or Sell Your Home

1. Skilled Real Estate Professionals

CENTURY 21^® brokers and sales associates have access to some of the best real estate training in the industry, so you can rest easy knowing your home sale or purchase is in the hands of a well-trained real estate professional. Our training platform is known as the CENTURY 21 Learning System^SM, the System’s industry-leading learning program.

2. The CENTURY 21 Service Pledge ^®

CENTURY 21 is committed to providing the quality service you deserve and have put promises in writing. Our System sales associates agree to provide you with the information you need, such as explaining local real estate procedures, disclosing material facts known about the property when looking to buy a house and furnishing a written Competitive Market Analysis to help you determine the value of your property when selling your house.

3. Monitoring Results

CENTURY 21 System sales professionals are knowledgeable about the marketing techniques best suited for your needs. Monitoring results keeps the purchase or sale of your home on track.  With over 35 years of collective experience, the CENTURY 21 System knows what works!

4. Managing the Details

It’s not your job to worry about the details! CENTURY 21^® System professionals are prepared to handle all of your real estate concerns

5. Pricing

CENTURY 21 System professionals will consult with you on marketplace trends and assist you with the correct pricing strategy for your property.

6. Negotiating

We have the team to help market and sell your home for the best price, in the shortest time-frame, with the least amount of inconvenience. Isn’t that what matters most to you?

7. Keeping Your Informed

No need to worry about what is going on! CENTURY 21 sales professionals will stay in touch to keep you posted on the details of your real estate transaction.

8. Preparing for “Listing” a House For Sale

Creating the right first impression is often the key to the successful marketing of any property.  CENTURY 21 professionals will provide guidance on how to best showcase your property for the best results.

9. www.century21.co.za

Buyers can browse listings and get daily updates when CENTURY 21 listings come on the market that meet their search criteria. You are also able to crunch numbers with user-friendly financial calculators.

10. Additional Real Estate Services

Should you have mortgage, inspection, home warranty and conveyancing needs, the CENTURY 21 System can assist you. We help provide access to complete real estate package.

11. Financing Options

CENTURY 21 professionals can help guide you through the complete home financing process, determining which program best fits your needs.

12. CENTURY 21 Connections ^SM *

The CENTURY 21 Connections^SM program offers you convenient, cost-saving products and services that simplify your home buying, selling an ownership experience. The program provides an entire package of home-related services through relationships with a network of quality national and local vendors, offering home-related products and services at competitive prices.

13. Most Recognised Real Estate Brand **

CENTURY 21 is the international real estate organization people think of first when they want real estate service.

14. Leader In International Networks

With more that 144,000 estate agents in more than 8050 offices in 45 countries worldwide, all linked through the CENTURY 21 Global Referral Network, you are able to showcase your property to more buyers than ever before.

15. CENTURY 21 Referral and Relocation Services

Let us help you with your relocation needs, anywhere, anytime. CENTURY 21 professionals may also offer area orientation tours and newcomer information on schools, rental availability, community facilities, temporary housing options and much more.

16. Industry Leader In Service Awareness

The CENTURY 21 Buyer & Seller Service Pledges, supported by the CENTURY 21 Quality Service Survey provide tangible evidence of the importance CENTURY 21 places on delivering unbeatable service.

17. CENTURY 21 Is The Real Estate Company For All Market Sectors

From its new buyer programmes, through to its various marketing strategies for New Construction, Recreational Properties, Mature Moves, to its unique offerings in Fine Homes and Estates, CENTURY 21 is able to deliver exceptional results to an integrated yet diverse market.

18. CENTURY 21 Preferred Client Club

CENTURY 21 professionals focus on personal attention and customer service beyond the conclusion of a transaction. The CENTURY 21 Preferred Client Club showcases this enduring commitment in grand style and offers each member a variety of unique communications.

19. CENTURY 21 Fine Homes and Estates ^SM

Luxury homes deserve special attention. Our CENTURY 21 Fine Homes & Estates sales professionals understand that excess time is a luxury many homeowners in this unique market do not have. These professionals have the knowledge, tools, and extensive network of offices to bring luxury homebuyers and sellers together.

20. CENTURY 21 Commercial and New Construction Investment Network

Looking to invest your money in the real estate market? Let our CENTURY 21 Commercial and New Construction Investment Network professionals help you find a commercial property. Our CENTURY 21 commercial and new construction real estate professionals have the knowledge and tools to navigate the market, whether you are selling a property or just getting into the game.

21. CENTURY 21 Builder Connections SM

CENTURY 21 Builder Connections professionals will help you find a location and builder to create the home of your dreams. If you are a builder and selling a newly constructed home, look no further. These professionals will help you strategically market and sell your home.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

Our rental division is governed by AMBER VAN ZYL who provides a comprehensive property management portfolio for property owners requiring rental returns and is fully registered with the Estate Agents Affairs Board.

PROPERTY LISTING

Since we pride ourselves in being professional property managers, CENTURY 21 East London can assist you in all aspects of investment property ownership. With our experience and knowledge we can provide you: extensive advertising, complete tenant screening, 24 hr maintenance, rent collections, legal and accounting services, and much more.

TENANT PROCUREMENT

As owners only utilize this service to access our extensive database of suitable tenants for their vacant properties, they perform their own rental collection and property management. CENTURY 21 East London conducts reference checks and ensures that the lease agreement is signed.

PROPERTY ADMINISTRATION

For the discerning owner that is aware of the time consuming process of managing both a tenant and property, CENTURY 21 East London has the knowledge and experience required to provide you with prompt, professional service in regard to your rental home investments. We listen to you about your needs, concerns and expectations with regards to your property, and then we pride ourselves in locating the best possible tenants for your property.

On line court records checks, and several other background checking services, many of which are unavailable to the general public. We make it our business to continually keep abreast of the current laws and requirements both locally and nationwide that affects residential real estate.

Whether you have a single home or a large complex, our maintenance team stands ready to handle any repair, our legal team protects your rights as an owner and our accounting team sees to it that you get accurate, computerized monthly statements. Direct deposit into your bank account is also available. Maybe you love the income and tax advantages of owning rental property but are tired of the tenant hassles, or maybe you need a vacation.

COMPLETE TENANT SCREENING

CENTURY 21 East London has the experience and knowledge to screen out even the “professional tenants”. Our staff is trained to look beyond the application to find the true rental history behind each potential tenant. We use the most advanced methods available to find you the best possible tenants. Just a few of our screening methods include credit checks through all three bureaus, court records checks both local and nationwide, gathering accurate references from actual landlords, employment and income verification, and several other tested, proven, and exclusive methods to insure a good tenant. Having this information available makes it easier for you, the property owner, to make an informed decision about who is the most qualified applicant for your home.

TENANT DEPOSIT TRUST

Each franchise is fully registered with the Estate Agency Affairs Board. All trust accounts are opened in terms of section 32(1) of the Estate Agency Affairs Act, 112/1976.

PROPERTY INSPECTIONS

The letting agent will inspect the property four times during the leasing period. CENTURY 21 East London will make an appointment with the tenant to inspect the property. On leaving, the agent will complete a property inspection report, which will in turn be forwarded to the owner.

INVENTORY ON OCCUPATION AND EXIT

CENTURY 21 East London prides itself in being one of the only agencies that conducts a comprehensive property inspection with the tenant on occupation to determine whether there are any defects. This service elevates potential disputes over damaged property.

COMPREHENSIVE MONTHLY STATEMENTS

Comprehensive statements are issued to both the owner and tenant on a monthly basis.