likely to sit on the market or sell for less than it’s worth.
Why Selling a Home Takes a Village Selling a home isn’t just about snapping a few photos, slapping them on the internet, and crossing your fingers. It’s a marathon, not a sprint, and it takes a team of skilled professionals to get across the finish line. Yes, even in a HOT Seller's Market.
Here’s a quick look at what goes into selling a home:
Preparing your home: Decluttering, staging, and sprucing up to make it show-ready. Pricing it right: A strategic balance of market knowledge, data, and experience. Marketing it effectively: Online ads, video walkthroughs, social media, and more. Navigating showings: Coordinating schedules and vetting potential buyers. Negotiating offers: Counteroffers, contingencies, and contracts. Closing the deal: From inspections to appraisals to signing the dotted line. An experienced real estate agent doesn’t just help you with these tasks—they take them off your plate entirely, so you can focus on your life while they handle the heavy lifting. The Value of a Real Estate Agent The question isn’t why should you hire an agent? —it’s why wouldn’t you? A good agent is worth every penny of their commission, and here’s why: Market Knowledge Your agent knows your neighborhood like the back of their hand. They know what the house down the street actually sold for, not just what it was listed at. They can spot market trends before they hit Zillow, and they use that knowledge to price your
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