Standard Services
Buyer & Listing Representation valuation-first strategy for clearer decisions
For homebuyers, sellers, and investors who want real market clarity and professional representation. I start with condition, comparable data, and market behavior—so your decisions and negotiations are supported by evidence, not assumptions.
What you get:
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Condition clarity
A realistic tier placement before pricing decisions. -
Defensible price range
Comps + what’s sitting unsold to validate the bracket. -
A strategy you can follow
Offer/list plan + adjustment triggers.
Note: This is not an appraisal. It’s market-based pricing and negotiation support built for real decisions (not financing).
Focus: Philadelphia metro condition-driven pricing (vacant, damaged, poor, fair), plus small multifamily, mixed-use, and small retail commercial.
Best fit
Distressed or condition-question properties, unique homes, stale listings, or any scenario where the price “doesn’t make sense.”
Not ideal
If you only want automated estimates or quick opinions without condition/market evidence.
Good to know
If you want clarity first (without committing), start with the valuation-first option and upgrade later if needed.
Choose Your Path
The right starting point depends on what you need. Pick the option that matches your situation.
I need representation
Buyer or listing representation—powered by condition-based pricing and market evidence.
See what’s included →
I need clarity first
Confirm pricing and condition impact first. Upgrade to representation later if you choose.
See the clarity-first option →
I’m a professional
Agents, attorneys, appraisers, and advisors: condition + market support for your clients and workflow.
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How representation works: I’m a licensed Pennsylvania real estate agent. When full-service transaction representation is needed, I can provide it directly or coordinate it through a co-listing/referral model within my brokerage—so you get full coverage while I stay focused on valuation strategy and market clarity.
Valuation-First Option
Clarity Before You Commit
If you’re not ready for full representation—or you simply want to confirm pricing and condition impact first—start here.
Condition Tier
We place the property in a realistic condition tier so you’re not comparing it to the wrong “type” of comp.
Market Price Bracket
We identify the price bracket the market actually supports using sold comps and active/unsold competition.
Negotiation Anchors
You get a defensible value range and clear leverage points for your offer, credits, or list positioning.
Typical output
- Condition tier summary (what matters + why)
- Value range and supported price bracket (low / expected / high)
- Comparable evidence (sold + active/unsold signals)
- Negotiation notes (offer/list positioning + leverage points)
If you decide you want representation after the clarity-first review, we can transition into buyer or listing agency with the strategy already built.
Who This Is For
Homebuyers & Sellers
- Buy with confidence (pricing + condition clarity)
- Sell with a strategy grounded in market behavior
- Reduce surprises by understanding what the market supports
Short-Term & Long-Term Investors
- Verify as-is value vs after-repair potential
- Sanity-check rehab scope and deal assumptions
- Compare exit options (resale vs rental) with real comps
What’s Included
Standard representation—strengthened by Condition-Based Price Discovery. Clear expectations, clear coverage.
Buyer Representation
For buyers and investors who want a strategy-led approach to offers, negotiations, and risk.
- Offer strategy: pricing position, terms, and competitiveness based on comps and market behavior.
- Condition-to-price logic: how visible issues affect value and leverage.
- Inspection response: credits/repairs/walk-away thresholds grounded in reality.
- Negotiation support: keep decisions tied to evidence, not emotion.
- Deal management: coordinate timelines and next steps through closing.
Best for: competitive markets, distressed properties, unclear rehab scope, or “I’m not sure this price makes sense.”
Listing Representation
For sellers who want pricing, positioning, and next steps based on what the market is actually rewarding.
- Pricing strategy: condition-aware comps + realistic value range.
- Positioning plan: as-is vs light improvements vs rehab strategy.
- Launch plan: messaging + initial pricing approach.
- Adjustment plan: what to do if the market doesn’t respond.
- Negotiation & risk: appraisal issues, repair requests, buyer objections.
Best for: homes with condition questions, unique layouts, stale listings, or sellers who want a data-backed plan.
Behind the Scenes (Professional Standard)
I explain strategy in plain language for consumers. Behind the scenes, the work follows structured professional valuation discipline, translated into clear steps and decisions for your situation.
What’s Different About My Agent Service
Representation is stronger when it starts with clear valuation logic—especially in distressed and condition-driven situations.
Valuation-first
We establish a realistic value range and a defensible position before emotion or pressure drives the decision.
Condition-aware
We don’t ignore repairs, layout limitations, or market stigma. We price and negotiate with those realities included.
Strategy-led (not reactive)
Whether buying or selling, you get a plan: what we’ll do first, what we’ll watch, and what we’ll change if market response shifts.
How It Works
Confirm the Condition Tier
We classify the property realistically so comparisons are accurate and expectations match what buyers and lenders will see.
Identify the Market Price Bracket
We use sold comps and active/unsold competition to find the price bracket the market actually supports.
Execute the Strategy (Offer/List + Negotiation)
You move forward with a plan—terms, timing, pricing, and adjustments—based on market support and your goals.
What You Get
Tangible Outcomes
- Defensible value range grounded in comps and real market behavior.
- Market context (what’s selling, what’s sitting, and why).
- Condition-to-price insight to guide offers, credits, repairs, or repositioning.
- Strategy-led decisions aligned with your goals—without guesswork.
Let’s Talk Through Your Next Step
Tell me what you’re trying to do—buy, sell, invest, or evaluate a property. I’ll help you choose the right path: representation or clarity-first support.
Ron Williams
Fathom Realty
Brokerage: Fathom Realty
100 South Juniper, 3rd Floor – #9261 Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 888-455-6040
No pressure—just clarity, options, and a plan grounded in real market data.