Homeowners attempting to sell their home without the assistance of a real estate professional generally do so for one reason only: to avoid paying a commission fee. Is it worth it? Only the homeowner can answer that, but experience has shown that many for-sale-by-owners find that it's not. Before making a costly mistake, consider the benefits, from A to Z, you receive from working with a trained real estate professional:
Advertising
The agent pays all advertising costs.
Bargain
Research shows that 82% of sellers felt that their commission was "well spent."
Contract Writing
An agent can supply standard forms to speed the transaction.
Details
An agent frees you from handling the many details of selling a home.
Experience and Expertise
in marketing, financing, negotiations and more.
Financial Know-how
An agent is aware of the many options for financing a sale.
Glossary
A real estate professional understands, and can explain, real estate lingo.
Homework
An agent will do homework on how to best market your home.
Internet
Your home will be advertised on the Internet.
Juggle Showings
An agent will schedule and handle all showings.
Keeps Your Best Interests in Mind
It's an agent's job.
Laws
A real estate professional will be up-to-date on real estate laws that affect you.
Multiple Listing Service
The most effective means of bringing together buyers and sellers.
Negotiation
An agent can handle all price and contract negotiations.
Open
to flexible commission rates.
Prospects
An agent has a network of contacts that can produce buyers.
Qualifies Buyers
Avoids opening your home to "curiosity seekers."
Realtor
An agent who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS and subscribes to a strict code of ethics.
Suggested Price
An agent will do a market analysis to establish a fair price range.
Tamra Haase
Top 2% of all Tucson Realtors.
Unbiased Opinion
Most owners are too emotional about their home to be objective.
Very Important
That's what you are to Tamra.
Wisdom
A knowledgeable agent can offer the wisdom that comes with experience.
X Marks the Spot
An agent is right there with you through the final signing of papers.
Yard Signs
An agent provides a professional sign, encouraging serious buyers.
Zero-hour Support
Selling a home can be an emotional experience. An agent can help!
