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Michele Cordle, Realtor®, GRI, SRES
Meet real estate professional Michele Cordle, whose experience, accomplishments, and accolades in the industry have made her one of today’s leading agents serving Greater Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay region. Since graduating from the University of Maryland, the Maryland REALTORS® Academy, and Real Estate Institute, Cordle has honed her work ethic, advanced negotiation skills, and track record of high-volume sales over the past 37 years. She has been named to the Top 150 Chesapeake Real Producers, served as President of the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS® (2019), closed more than 550 transactions in Anne Arundel County alone, and is a lifetime member of The Masters Club. Here areas of expertise include: residential property, luxury property, investment property, short sales, rental property, and REO.
Her thoughts on the local real estate market are both insightful and noteworthy, especially when considering property as an investment vehicle.
Michele, what should both buyers and sellers be aware of right now and through the end of this year?
The market will fluctuate with or without consumers trying to figure out the best time to buy or sell. Why wait until tomorrow to purchase when today you can start building wealth? The average homeowner has a net worth of $50,000 in comparison to the lifelong renter’s net worth of under $5,000. I like to share with everyone how important it is to own a home.
How does your career experience help clients navigate the fluctuations we’re seeing in today’s real estate market?
I have been in the real estate industry for 37 years. Experiencing different markets has helped me learn new techniques for negotiating, strategizing, and winning contracts. No matter if you are a first-time home buyer or an investor, you have to jump in and make the commitment, as there is no better way to build financial wealth.
Do you see the real estate industry evolving for the better in terms of client service and real-time information availability?
I have to give the consumer an A-plus when it comes to researching the process. Real estate information has never been this easy to obtain. Hence the need to service your client has never been so critical, to navigate the process with full explanations and constant communication.
If I’m on the fence about selling my property, what advice can you offer that will help with the decision-making process?
First, I would have to know what your goals are and your reasons for selling. Then explain the importance of hiring an experienced agent who can map out the process and consult from start to finish. It is my job to explain the options and introduce the right people to help the consumer fulfill their home ownership dreams.
Michele Cordle
Annapolis Fine Homes | Long & Foster® Real Estate, Inc. 145 Main Street, Annapolis | (C) 410-562-8680 michelecordle@gmail.com | longandfoster.com/MicheleCordle
