Buying and selling a home can be a very complicated process. A realtor can help you with everything from setting a price to advertising and marketing the property to closing the sale. Let’s take a look some more reasons why people use a real estate agent.
Market knowledge
One of the biggest benefits of a real estate agent is their knowledge of the market. Real estate agents have access to the most recent market data, and because of this are able to give you advice on realistic purchase and listing prices. In addition they can also provide you with a list of comparable homes for sale so that you can ensure you’re getting the most for your money.
Negotiation
When it comes to buying or selling a home, one of the most important aspects is negotiating. This is something your real estate agent will do for you. Agents are very good at coming up with creative offers that help you end up with a deal that has your best interests in mind.
Security
When a real estate agent is helping you market your property you can rest assured knowing that you don’t have to let strangers into your home. In addition to prescreening, your agent will also accompany qualified prospects through your home and property.
Knowledge of selling
When using a real estate agent you can be sure that your home will be advertised in every way possible. Your agent will take professional pictures and video, and will also handle the staging of your home. Real estate agents will make sure that you home is marketed across various channels.
Closing
Your real estate agent will help guide your through every step of the closing process. On closing day, your agent will be by your side to explain each piece of paperwork before you sign them. They will help you feel more comfortable with the whole process.
Using a real estate agent to buy or sell a home will help make the process a lot less stressful. They have access to information regarding the best buying and selling prices, negotiation skills, and will help make you feel at ease during the closing process. Coldwell Banker United has many qualified agents that you can trust. For more information please click here http://cbunited.com/Agent/Search.
References:
Realtor.com team (2013). Why Use a Realtor When Selling Your Home. Realtor.com. Retrieved from http://www.realtor.com/advice/why-to-use-a-realtor-when-selling-your-home/
Top 10 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Agent (2012). SIRVA Home Benefits. Retrieved from http://tbp.sirvahomebenefits.com/docs/default-document-library/top-10-reasons-to-use-a-real-estate-agent.pdf?sfvrsn=2
