Why You Should Use a Realtor When Selling Your Home

Internet resources such as social media make it seem like a good idea to sell your home on your own. While it may be easier than ever, hiring a realtor to assist with the selling process is still a good idea.  While this may be your first or second time selling a home, a real estate agent does it all the time. Agents have studied, taken, and passed exams to do precisely what they do and are much more experienced than you are. Real estate agents also know the best of the best when it comes to other people that will be involved in a selling process. Agents can also tell you the best people to partner with to make your selling process as painless as possible. The selling process will be much less stressful and probably faster than if you decided to do it independently.

Pricing

A realtor has the most up-to-date information on what is happening in your local marketplace. They will also more readily determine the price, financing, terms, and condition of other properties like yours. These factors immediately affect the marketing and selling of your house. Real estate agents can also suggest repairs and cosmetic changes that will help you sell your home. 

Marketing

Marketing is where the benefits of a realtor start to show. Realtors use a Multiple Listing Service that shows other cooperative marketing networks, open houses for agents, and more. Realtors work with each other, and usually, a real estate agent other than your own brings in a buyer. Realtors are required to use these relationships that, most notably, benefits clients. Agents also know best how and where to advertise your property, including which medium, format, and frequency will work best.

Security

If you sell your home independently, you expose yourself to strangers and dangerous situations. A real estate agent can help protect you, your home, and your belongings. When an agent markets your property, you don’t have to allow strangers into your home. Agents usually prescreen and accompany potential buyers through your property.

Negotiating

When you hire a realtor, you also hire an advocate. Agents help you objectively evaluate every buyer’s proposal with your best interest in mind. There are a string of appraisals, inspections, and financing, and they will assist you with each step. Real estate agents also assist when the selling agreement, helping you write a legally binding agreement. Let an agent represent you through the selling process.

Closing

Closing is often not easy, even when a realtor is involved. A lot can happen between the sales agreement and closing, and questions arise. Everyone is ready to close! An unexpected repair may require you to obtain financing or a cloud in the title may be discovered. Just the paperwork for the selling process alone is overwhelming. An agent is the best person to help you resolve these issues and get closer to the finish line. Again, agents do this all the time; chances are they’ve been through whatever may arise while selling your home. Hire a Realtor!

Contact one of our real estate agents today at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Elliott Coastal Living if you are searching for your dream home. You will receive all the support you need and more to make your dream into reality.