Thinking of Buying? Selling? 5 Reasons You Need To Hire A Professional
Whether you are buying or selling a home, it can be quite an
adventurous journey. You need an experienced Real Estate Professional to
lead you to your ultimate goal. In this world of instant gratification
and internet searches, many sellers think that they can
For Sale by Owner or FSBO.
The 5 Reasons You NEED a Real Estate Professional in your corner
haven’t changed, but have rather been strengthened due to the
projections of
higher mortgage interest rates & home prices as the market continues to recover.
1. What do you do with all this paperwork?
Each state has different regulations regarding the contracts required
for a successful sale, and these regulations are constantly changing. A
true Real Estate Professional is an expert in their market and can
guide you through the stacks of paperwork necessary to make your dream a
reality.
2. Ok, so you found your dream house, now what?
According to the Orlando Regional REALTOR Association, there are
over 230 possible actions
that need to take place during every successful real estate
transaction. Don’t you want someone who has been there before, who knows
what these actions are to make sure that you acquire your dream.
3. Are you a good negotiator?
So maybe you’re not convinced that you need an agent to sell your
home. However, after looking at the list of parties that you need to be
prepared to negotiate with, you’ll realize the value in selecting a Real
Estate Professional. From the buyer (who wants the best deal possible),
to the home inspection companies, to the appraiser, there are at least
11 different people that you will have to be knowledgeable with and answer to, during the process.
4. What is the home you’re buying/selling really worth?
It is important for your home to be priced correctly from the start
to attract the right buyers and shorten the time that it’s on the
market. You need someone who is not emotionally connected to your home
to give you the truth as to your home’s value. According to the
National Association of REALTORS, “the typical FSBO home sold for $210,000 compared to $245,000 among agent-assisted home sales.”
Get the most out of your transaction by hiring a professional.
5. Do you know what’s really going on in the market?
There is so much information out there on the news and the internet
about home sales, prices, mortgage rates; how do you know what’s going
on specifically in your area? Who do you turn to in order to
competitively
price your home correctly
at the beginning of the selling process? How do you know what to offer
on your dream home without paying too much, or offending the seller with
a low-ball offer?
Dave Ramsey, the financial guru advises:
“When getting help with money, whether it’s
insurance, real estate or investments, you should always look for
someone with the heart of a teacher, not the heart of a salesman.”
Hiring an agent who has their finger on the pulse of the market will
make your buying/selling experience an educated one. You need someone
who is going to tell you the truth, not just what they think you want to
hear.
Bottom Line
You wouldn’t replace the engine in your car without a trusted
mechanic. Why would you make one of your most important financial
decisions of your life without hiring a Real Estate Professional?
Debbie Mignogna, ABR, SRES
BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors
267-640-1120
PA-DreamHomes.com
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