Property guys – why would you?

If you’re thinking of selling your home, your options are virtually limitless. There are many companies that claim to take your work away so you can easily do it yourself, but how easy is it really?

Most of these companies will charge the home seller a fairly hefty fee, offering them an Internet advertisement on the company’s FSBO site, a lawn for sale sign displaying the owner’s home phone number, and, if you’re lucky, maybe an ad or two in a local. paper. But unfortunately, that’s where their service ends. You’ll still have to take your own time to organize viewings and introductions (if you get interested), you’ll still have to meet potential buyers face-to-face, which limits your bargaining power, you’ll still have to involve a lawyer, and due You’ll get him involved in the game earlier (if he’s smart), he’ll pay additional fees, and if buyers experience problems mid-deal, he has access to a variety of professionals? and specialists to help close the deal? Did you know that your local hardware store only charges about $5.00 for a for sale sign and you can advertise online for free? If you think you have what it takes to sell your house on your own, why the hell would you even consider paying a company hundreds of dollars for a sign and a couple of ads?

We have a saying in real estate; “You can’t save the same commission twice.” There is currently a slanderous ad campaign against us, “Joe Blow Real Estate Agents”, claiming that you can pay for it yourself. In this age of the educated homebuyer, do you really think they’ll let you claim back the “thousands of dollars” you’re saving by not using a real estate agent, or do you think they’ll want their fair share of those savings? From the start, you’re exposing yourself to the proverbial low bid, because buyers will know you’re not paying “Joe Blow.”

A real estate agent, early on, will educate you on current market trends and a realistic pricing review of your property’s value. One of the surest ways to get the most out of your home sale is to price it right from the start. You can pay a property appraiser a few hundred dollars for this, or you can hire the services of a real estate agent, who in most cases, will not charge you if you are registering with them.

Your agent will also handle all calls and arrange all visits to your home. They know the questions to ask to help you qualify potential buyers, limiting stares and tire kickers. They will tell you to take the afternoon off, while dealing with the buyers, knowing that your time is valuable and appreciating that you have a life.

Your agent will handle negotiations on your behalf, ensuring purchase offers are in writing, terms of agreements are met, and if problems arise midway through your deal, your agent will have access to professionals and specialists who they can keep their deal together. Your lawyer, on the other hand, makes more money when you fight and is paid by the hour. At this point in the game, your real estate agent hasn’t cost you a hundred.

Your agent will stay with you after the deal is final. They’ll help you get ready for closing day and won’t charge you any additional fees for the sold sign they put up on your property. If buyers decide to back out now, your agent is on your side to keep the deal in place. If the buyers are right, all this still hasn’t cost you a hundred.

Your agent will handle all advertising and website development for your property. They will deal with all potential buyers, provide you with solid sales agreements, all the necessary forms you require, and can refer you to all the specialists and professional services you need. you will need to close your deal. Perhaps one of the most important reasons why you really want to consider working with a real estate agent is also the best… you will only pay your real estate agent if you sell your property.

The real estate commission is only paid upon the successful closing of a property, is deducted from the proceeds of sale, and is paid directly from your attorney. You don’t even have to write the check. The industry is evolving, and there are agents who will pay fees for service contracts. As a home seller, perhaps the most valuable advice I can offer is this… From the property to the agents, in real estate, you really do get what you pay for. Ask “Joe Blow.”