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Why Pay Commissions?

Homeowners attempting to sell their home without the assistance of a real estate professional do so for one reason only – to avoid paying a Commission fee. Is it worth the trouble? Experience has shown that many For-Sale-By-Owner (FSBO) sellers wish they had used an agent’s assistance. Before making any costly mistakes, consider the A to Z’s of benefits you receive from a trained real estate professional.

AAdvertising - The agent pays all advertising costs
BBargain - Research shows that 77% of sellers felt their Commission was "well spent"
CContract Writing - An agent can supply standard forms to speed the transaction
DDetails – An agent frees you from handling the many details of selling a home
EExperience & Expertise – In marketing, financing, negotiations, and more
FFinancial Know-How – An agent is aware of the many options for financing a sale
GGlossary – A real estate professional understands and can explain all real estate lingo
HHomework – An agent will do all the homework on how to best market your home
IInformation – If you have a real estate question, an agent will know (or can get) the answer
JJuggle Showings – An agent will schedule and handle all showings
KKeeps Your Best Interests In Mind – It’s an agent’s job
LLaws – A real estate professional will be up-to-date on real estate laws that affect you
MMultiple Listing Service – The most effective means of bringing together buyers and sellers
NNegotiations – An agent can handle all price and contract negotiations
OOpen Houses – A popular marketing technique
PProspects – An agent has a network of contacts that can produce potential buyers
QQualifies Buyers – Avoids opening your home to “curiosity seekers”
RREALTOR® – An agent who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to a strict code of ethics
SSuggested Price – An agent will do a market analysis to establish a fair price range
TTime – One of the most valuable resources in an agent
UUnbiased Opinion – Many homeowners are too emotional about their home to be objective
VVIP – That’s how you will be treated by your agent!
WWisdom – A knowledgeable agent can offer the wisdom that comes with experience
XX Marks The Spot – An agent is right there with you through the final signing of papers
YYard Signs – An agent provides a professional sign, encouraging serious buyers
ZZero-Hour Support – Selling a home can be an emotional experience