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Selling Direct vs. Using an Agent
Selling your house without an agent may be more cost effective than using an agent; however it is not as easy as one might think. DIY selling is time consuming, laborious and stressful.
Before you try to sell your house yourself, consider if you are equipped to deal with the challenges of selling your home:
Agents are experts in the industry- this means that they have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure smooth sailing when selling your house.
Agents are privy to:
Before you try to sell your house yourself, consider if you are equipped to deal with the challenges of selling your home:
- Marketing your home
- Fielding phone calls
- Chaperoning inspections with potential buyers
- Negotiating prices
- Legal aspects of the sale
Why utilise an agent?
Agents are experts in the industry- this means that they have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure smooth sailing when selling your house.
Agents are privy to:
- A large network of contacts and range of channels to start marketing your home
- How to set an objective and fair price for your home based on many factors including condition, features, location and neighbourhood competitors
- Knowledge on how to make your home more competitive given the market
Is your agent qualified?
Before appointing an agent, be sure to check that they are registered with the Estate Agency Affairs Board and in possession of a valid fidelity fund certificate.
