1
Price
Homeowners who sell their homes on their own typically generate $24,400 less than homeowners who work with a Realtor®*.
2
Marketing Expertise
Realtors® know the best ways to advertise to attract buyers, plus they can use the marketing muscle of their brokerage and MLS to promote your home.
3
Negotiation Skills
With years of bargaining experience and expert understanding of the market, Realtors® can help you close the deal at the price and terms you want.
4
Time
Realtors® have the time and expertise to handle open houses, showings, inspections and the dozens of other tasks that would take you away from your work and regular routine.
5
Experience Handling Paperwork
Buying or selling a home involves reams of paperwork that can be hard to understand. Realtors® thrive in this world.
6
Sales Skills
Realtors® can evaluate your home and suggest improvements to get your maximum value, and they're skilled at handling showings to generate a positive response.
7
Access to Buyers
Through the Multiple Listing Service, the most accurate data source for local listings with a database of prospects and professional contacts, Realtors® can help you reach the widest range of customers.
8
Knowledge of Neighborhoods
Realtors® are experts in the community and can work with you to find your ideal home in a location of your choice that fits all of your family’s needs.
9
Advice after Closing
An experienced Realtor® will continue to support you as questions pop up after the deal is done.
10
Knowledge of Service Providers
Realtors® can refer you to their network of top-quality lenders, lawyers, inspectors and repair people to make sure you get the best result in every stage of your deal.