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Homeowners attempting to sell their home without
the assistance of a real estate professional generally do so for one
reason only: to avoid paying a commission fee. Is it worth it? Only
the homeowner can answer that, but experience has shown that many
for-sale-by-owners find that it's not. Before making a costly
mistake, consider the benefits, from A to Z, you receive from
working with a trained real estate professional.
Advertising
- The real estate agent pays for all advertising costs.
Bargain
- Research shows that 77% of sellers felt their commission was 'well
spent.'
Contract
Writing - An agent can supply standard forms to speed up the
transaction.
Details
- An agent frees you from handling the many details of selling a
home.
Experience
and Expertise - in marketing, financing, negotiations, and more.
Financial
Know-How - An agent is aware of the many options for financing a
sale.
Glossary
- A real estate professional understands, and can explain, real
estate lingo.
Homework
- An agent will do homework on how to best market your home.
Information
- If you have a real estate question, an agent will know (or can
get) the answer.
Juggle
Showings - An agent will schedule and handle all showings.
Keeps
Your Best Interests In Mind - It's an agent's job.
Laws
- A real estate professional will be up-to-date on real estate laws
that affect you.
Multiple
Listing Service - The most effective means of bringing together
buyers and sellers.
Negotiation
- An agent can handle all price and contract negotiations.
Open
Houses - A popular marketing technique conducted by an agent.
Prospects
- An agent has a network of contacts that can produce potential
buyers.
Qualifies
Buyers - Avoid opening your home to 'lookee-loos' or 'curiosity
seekers.'
REALTOR®
- An agent who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
and subscribes to a strict code of ethics.
Suggested
Price - An agent will do a market analysis to establish a fair
price range.
Time
- One of the most valuable resources in an agent.
Unbiased
Opinion - Most owners are too emotional about their home to be
objective.
VIP
- That's how you'll be treated by your agent!
Wisdom
- A knowledgeable agent can offer the wisdom that comes with
experience.
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Marks
the Spot - An agent is right there with you through the final
signing of papers.
Yard
Signs - An agent provides a professional sign, encouraging
serious buyers.
Zero-hour
Support - Selling a home can be an emotional experience. An
agent can help.
If you are considering selling your home, I'd love to help you
with a free market analysis to see what your home is worth. Please
take a look at my
marketing plan
for selling your home and contact me today!
John Stewart III
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