Are you thinking of selling your home without the help of a Realtor? While many believe that they can sell their own home, working with a certified Realtor will give you an edge in a competitive market.
Wondering about the advantages of working with a Realtor? Read on to find out more!
A Certified Expert
Realtors will be your guide to your local real estate market, but they also know that the buying and selling of homes is a serious business deal. They give you the advantage of being an objective third party, without letting their emotions get in the way.
Not only do Realtors provide moral guidance throughout the real estate process, but they’re also industry pros that make an effort to stay on top of all current trends. This knowledge will help you not only price your home accurately, but will also give you a major leg up on the competition.
Get the Best Bang for Your Buck
If you’re thinking, “I want to sell my home for cash!”, doing it on your own may seem easy, but this is not always the case. Without involving an industry professional, things can quickly go awry. According to the National Association of Realtors, the biggest areas that sellers struggle with are pricing their homes and understanding all of the paperwork that comes with a sale—but Realtors are pros at both.
What’s even more troubling is that many sellers cannot accurately price their homes. The National Association of Realtors also notes that an average house that an owner sold themselves could have gone for $65,000 higher than the original asking price had they used a Realtor instead!
The choice is clear: not using a Realtor means less money in your pocket.
A Marketing Advantage
Do you know how to market your own home? Exchanging cash for homes may seem simple to do with social media and word of mouth, but attempting this on your own seriously limits your reach, and delays the process considerably.
This is where certified Realtors offer yet another advantage. With access to the MLS (Multiple Listing Service), your Realtor will be able to market your house to thousands of people online, with all the details. They’ll also give you an edge when it comes to helping your home look its best. For example, our staging tips can help you transform your space so you make the best possible impression on buyers!
Protection from Scams
If you choose to sell your home yourself, you’re putting yourself at risk for any potential scams or problems that may arise during the process. Realtors are professionals that are fully trained to avoid these kinds of scenarios. They also have insurance to protect their clients from any disasters.
When the seller tries to act as their own agent, they often don’t realize that they’re on the hook for everything until it’s too late. If the buyer has a problem, the seller could pay thousands of dollars out of pocket. For example, if a listing is incorrect, a buyer could take the seller to court. By using a Realtor, these kinds of situations won’t even be a thought in your mind.
Work With Seasoned Pros: Choose the Walter Whitehurst Team!
Are you ready to buy or sell a home with a certified Realtor? The Walter Whitehurst team is here to guide you through the process! With certified Realtors on our team, we’re well-equipped to guide you through the Jacksonville home-buying or selling process.
Just give us a call or send an email—we’d love to help regardless of where you are in the buying or selling process. Don’t forget to check out our website, too—we’ve got some great tips on getting ready to sell.