Craig Rutman Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area Realtor

About Me:

What Makes Craig Rutman Different?

Communication

I am committed to keeping my clients aware of what is going on, whether it be in the in the sale of their present home or in looking for a new home.

If you are looking to buy a home, we will meet and discuss your needs and wants, and go over how the process of buying a home in North Carolina works. I will show you what is currently available and as we look at homes, continuously re-evaluate what you like in a home, and what you don't like of course!

Once we've found the home for you, I will take care of all the negotiations; set up the inspections, discuss the reports with you, and guide you every step of the way right up until, and then after, the closing.

If you are selling your home with me, I will call you every week to let you know how the week has progressed. We will discuss the week's showings and feedback, what else has sold or been put on the market in the neighborhood, and what is needed to bring an Offer to your home. My comprehensive and up to the minute methods of getting the word out on your home are unsurpassed. I believe in putting my advertising dollars where they are most effective.

Once your home is under contract, I will keep you advised of all the inspection dates & reports, how the negotiations are going, and what papers and information will be needed from you for the closing attorney.

Follow Up

I pride myself on the follow up service I provide to both my buyers and sellers alike. To me, the sale doesn't end at the closing table. I make sure all the last details are done and that you are happy in your new home. My follow up communication with inspectors, attorneys, fellow agents, etc. is well known. I am constantly on top of the situation, doing my best to insure that everyone is doing his or her job.

Market knowledge

Of course, all the viewing of homes in the world or marketing a home for sale doesn't do any good if I don't know what the local market is doing. I am continuously previewing new listings in the neighborhoods, keeping abreast of changes in current listings, and knowing when homes have sold, for how much and how long they've been on the market. I review the monthly stats of what the Real Estate market is doing in several counties in the Triangle, and compared to nationwide. Naturally, I share my research with you so that you can get the most home at the best price, or sell your home for the highest price possible.

I'm confidant that once you've met me, you'll want me to be part of YOUR team!

Areas of Expertise

10 Ways Craig Rutman Can Help You

Craig Rutman will help you to know the market. Whether you're a buyer or a seller, I am the one you can turn to for information on home values, neighborhoods, taxes, zoning, schools, and more.

If you're looking for a home, I will ease the lengthy process of searching for a home. With my custom tailored search based on your needs, you will receive information on new listings the day they hit the market. Imagine the advantage you'll have knowing about a home for sale before it's advertised to the public!

Of course I will help you with all the details! I handle many time-consuming tasks that are a part of the real estate transaction process- from searching for a home to arranging the inspections to completing all the paperwork. Both buyers and sellers are kept informed while free from stress.

If you're looking to sell your home, I can help you set the price. I know the current real estate market and will help you set a realistic selling price

I will help you advertise more efficiently. When you're a seller, I handle and pay for all marketing efforts for your home, from print advertising, to placing a sign in front of your home, to putting your home on the Internet.

For sellers, I will help you add sales appeal. I know how to add the extra appeal to your home at little cost that will generate interest. The proper staging of a home will help to insure a quicker sale.

I will help you at your closing by working closely with your attorney to make sure all the necessary paperwork is completed. Of course, I'll accompany you to the closing or, if you're the seller, even attend in your place, and help you with all the paperwork beforehand.

I bring buyers and sellers together. I ultimately help both parties finding the best homes in an affordable price range for qualified, serious buyers.

I let you live your life. As a Broker/Realtor, I am a full time professional who has the expertise to get the job done right.

Testimonials

Dawn and Arlton

If you are considering buying or selling a home in the Apex or surrounding areas consider using Craig Rutman. Craig has worked patiently with us for more than a year. He showed us many houses and listened to our concerns. He was always readily available when we wanted to view another listing. When we made an offer Craig was knowledgeable with his negotiation skills. He brought his A+ game throughout the closing process.

Brad & Cindy

Thanks again for the GREAT marketing. You have earned a customer for life and we are recomending you to anyone we know who is interested in buying or selling here!.

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Roy K

Craig,

Your Support & knowledge of the process was invaluable during my home purchase adventure. Thank you for all you did.

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Gerd & Roswita

Thank you very much for your great support when selling our home; you did a great job and you were always there when we needed you (and even then when we didn't know that we needed you)

Gerd & Roswita

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Phillip & Brenda Thanks again for helping us with the transition. We would not be here if not for you taking care of the details. You made the whole experience more enjoyable...

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Ann & Brock A bit delayed but not less sincere is our Thank You for the conscientious, diligent, and supportive follow through and cooperation you provided us during our odyssey of Cary and the resultant purchase of our home.

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Dan As I reflect back on 2004 I wanted to reach out to you and express my sincerest thank you for your dedicated assistance in working wth my family in the sale of my sister's home and in helping my nephew purchase his first home. You are a top notch professional in every sense of the word and once again I greatly appreciate all that you did to help us.

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Michael & Marci Buying a retirement home and planning a move from out of state can be a very trying time. Craig made the real estate portion of this move a pleasure. We know that this sale was a small one, but you treated it as if it were a million dollar transaction. .. We would like to highly recommend Craig Rutman as a realtor of choice

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JR & Silvia Thank you very much for all the hard work and excellent job you did

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Gloria & Frank Your efforts to find out if Cary NC was the right place for Frank and myself are greatly appreciated. Your professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm made this so easy for us! As Frank said we got lucky meeting you! We are grateful for your help Thank you!

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Syrus & Marian

Dear Craig,

Thanks for selling our house so fast! Your thoughtfulness and all the personal attention was greatly appreciated. We think of you as a friend, not only as a real estate salesman. We wish you great success.