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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 is not. Before making a costly mistake, consider the benefits, from A to Z, you receive from working with a trained real estate professional:
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dvertising----The agent pays all advertising costs.
B
argain---Research shows that 77% of sellers felt their commission was “well spent“
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ontract Writing---An agent can supply standard forms to speed the transaction.
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etails---An agent frees you from handling the many details of selling a home.
E
xperience and Expertise---In marketing, financing, negotiations, and more.
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inancial Know-How---An agent is aware of the many options for financing the sale.
G
lossary---A real estate professional understands, and can explain, real estate lingo.
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omework---An agent will do homework on how to best market your home.
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nformation---If you have a real estate question, an agent will know (or can get) the answer.
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uggle Showings---An agent will schedule and handle all showings.
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eeps Your Best Interests in Mind---It's an agent's job.
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aws---A real estate professional will be up-to-date on real estate laws that affect you.
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ultiple Listing Service---The most effective means of bringing together buyers and sellers.
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egotiation---An agent can handle all price and contract negotiations.
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pen House---A popular marketing technique.
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rospects---An agent has a network of contacts that can produce potential buyers.
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ualifies Buyer---Avoid opening your home to “curiosity seekers.“
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EALTOR®---An agent who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and is held to a
strict Code of Ethics.
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uggested Price---An agent will do a market analysis to establish a fair price range for your home and market
area.
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ime---One of the most valuable resources in an agent.
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nbiased Opinion---Most owners are too emotional about their home to be objective.
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IP---That's how you'll be treatd by your agent.
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isdom---A knowledgeable agent can offer the wisdom that comes with experience.
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Marks and the Spot---An agent is right there with you through the final signature of papers.
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ard Signs---An agent provides a professional sign, encouraging serious buyers.
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ero-hour Support---Selling a home can be an emotional experience.
Studies show that more than 87% of all homeowners who try to sell For Sale By Owner, end up hiring an agent to sell their home. Studies also show that many For Sale By Owner's end up selling their homes for less and pay more through the transaction than had they hired a Professional Real Estate Agent.
Don't trust your biggest investment to just anyone. Hire an agent who not only wants to sell your home as fast as possible and for top dollar, but an agent who truly CARES about you and your family!!!
Don't Sell For Sale By Owner.........Sell For Sale By Donna!!!!
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