Fairfield Glade Homes; Do I need a real estate agent?

Do I Need A Real Estate Agent?

Or, Am I a Good Candidate to Sell My House On My Own?

Many sellers are attracted to the idea of selling their property without using and paying for the services of a real estate agent. The primary motivations are to save money by not having to pay a commission and the perception that selling the property really won't be that difficult.

Successful for sale by owners are those that are willing to put in the time, money and effort that a good real estate agent would put into marketing their property and, even then, their efforts will be hampered by the realities of the real estate marketplace. The exposure given to properties listed on a Multiple Listing Service by the real estate agents who belong to the service is something a For-Sale-By-Owner cannot duplicate, even those sellers who are willing to pay a buyer's agent commission.

You may be a good candidate to sell your own house if:

You can objectively evaluate your house as to condition, needed improvements, and price as compared to other homes for sale.
You can take the time to properly market your home so that potential buyers are aware that it is for sale.
You can take the time and have a flexible enough schedule to permit you to show the home to numerous potential buyers.
You are prepared to deal with agents representing buyers who will want you to pay them a buyer's agent commission on the sale.
You are prepared to qualify and negotiate with potential buyers.
You are familiar with real estate contracts and their proper usage.

Sellers who successfully sell their own homes generally earn every dollar they save through hard work and aggravation. Those who are not successful just get the work and aggravation, without the monetary benefit.