In the age of the Internet, many people wonder why we still need real estate agents to buy and sell homes. While there are more options for viewing homes for sale and finding potential homebuyers, there is still a great need for qualified real estate agents. Understanding their role and how they can save you money is important for getting the most value from your agent.
Real Estate Agents Save Time
The buying and selling process can be time-consuming. There is a lot of back and forth between the buyer and the seller, and this can mean multiple phone calls, faxes and visits to the property. If you choose to work as your own agent, you will be responsible for setting up appointments to view the property, accommodating the schedule of both the seller (or buyer) and his agent and coordinating all of the necessary meetings.
If you are looking to sell your own home, you will have to field calls from interested buyers and make yourself available to show the home. You may find yourself dealing with problems like no-shows and people who are not serious buyers. (Some people go to view homes for sale as a weekend hobby.)
Real Estate Agents Can Negotiate for You
One of the most important skills in the home buying process is negotiation. Because an agent is not emotionally attached to a home, they are in a better position to ask the seller to make concessions without insulting them or losing the deal. If you hate the pink tile in the bathroom or the outdated paneling in the bedroom, your agent can negotiate a lower price in order to seal the deal. Many homeowners are emotionally attached to their homes, and it can be difficult to negotiate with them on your own. Hiring a real estate agent is the best way to handle negotiations with tact and diplomacy while still getting the best value for your money.
Agents like Kuba Jewgieniew at Realty One Group understand how tricky it can be to buy and sell a home. With years of experience, expert knowledge and ongoing training, agents like Jewgieniew can help you to navigate the murky waters of real estate. Don’t go it alone when it comes to buying or selling your next home. An agent with experience and know-how can make your home purchase or sale a positive experience that is a great value.
Stacey says
January 22, 2016 at 7:52 amMy sister just sold her house, she did a whole year of trying to sell it without a realtor, and then got one. Her house sold a week later. Lesson learned haha! She should have read your post first!
Mommy Pehpot says
January 22, 2016 at 8:47 amShe should have! hahaha
Lori Bosworth says
January 22, 2016 at 8:28 amI used to be a real estate agent, so I know how valuable they are. A lot of people think they can sell their property on their own, but real estate agents have specialized knowledge from years of experience that most homeowners simply don’t have. I also agree that real estate agents are emotionally removed from the negotiation and can, as a result, negotiate a better deal.
Miles L. says
January 22, 2016 at 11:08 amI have understood what a real estate is when I met my real estate agent friend. She shared with me the struggles and accomplishments of being an agent. I think they fill an important role of helping buyers and sellers.
Patricia Woolverton says
January 23, 2016 at 11:33 amThanks so much for sharing about this. We are currently looking into buying our first home and never totally understood much about real estate agents and what they can and cannot do. Great post.
Aileen Adalid says
January 24, 2016 at 9:56 pmThis is a very insightful post! Real estate agents are truly very helpful since it takes all the hassle of planning and scheduling away, making one get more full use of their time. True enough, experts should always be referred to at the very start!