Thinking of Selling Solo?
With the wealth of information available online, many of today’s consumers are quite knowledgeable about the homeselling process. Add in the desire to save, or make, as much money as possible, and it’s easy to see why you might be tempted to pass on hiring a REALTOR®.
But before flying solo, consider the benefits of having an empathetic and experienced negotiator on your side.
Local Data and Insider Knowledge
You may have lived in your neighbourhood since the kids started school, and know exactly how much the house across the street sold for. But do you have all the tools of an expert? A REALTOR'S® local data can show you everything that’s selling right now in and around your area, and what Buyers are prepared to pay for your home. Also, a REALTOR® has access to a variety of marketing ideas, especially on the internet, which you may have limited ability to do.
Contract Expertise
Selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make - and the amount of paperwork, and legal jargon required, is overwhelming. Omitting, or miswording even one line can lead to a costly mistake that’s potentially much greater than the price of a REALTOR'S® commission. Further, you can bet that most Buyers will desire REALTOR® representation of their own, so their interests are protected. So, consider this question... 'Who's protecting your interest?'
Skilled Negotiation
Everyone has their own niche in life. You're probably excellent at what you do. Perhaps though, haggling over contract contingencies and home pricing is not your specialty. Emotionally investing your time leads to fatigue, stress, and poor judgment calls. One key reason to work with a REALTOR® is to have an experienced negotiator who’ll put your best interests first. That's what we're excellent at. Many questions can surface to finalize a transaction - What happens if more than one buyer is interested? Can you be fair to all concerned? Do you know how to protect yourself? What happens if a home inspection shows problems? How do you handle the deposit money? What happens if a Buyer needs more time for financing? These are just a few examples of a potentially lengthy list.
Professional Networks
The complexity of property transactions means contractors, inspectors, attorneys, lenders, and insurance advisors are also involved. A well-connected REALTOR® can put you in touch with other qualified and trustworthy real estate professionals who are ready to assist.
Timing
Perhaps one of the key things Seller's forget about is timing. Do you really want to give up your weekends, the odd night out, or daily tasks, to show your home to a prospective Buyer who cancels at the last minute? It can be frustrating. Also, how comfortable are you in showing your own home? And how comfortable will the Buyer be when they already feel like an intruder? Detach yourself, and leave it to the experts.
It's so easy to start your journey to success. Just reach out... Let's have a friendly chat about your goals. You won't be disappointed.
