They are professionals who are trained to advise their clients on options and consequences and present their clients’ cases in the best light. They agree to hold client information confidential from competing interests. The real estate agent can buffer the transaction between seller and buyer, keeping it professional and “at arm’s length.” This is important in the negotiations phase, when emotions are likely to be at their highest. The agent can also filter out all those phone calls that lead nowhere, including bargain hunters and real estate shoppers. Having a real estate agent available when the home is being shown is a distinct advantage for a few reasons. The agent will field the scheduled calls, arranging them for the seller’s convenience. The agent will show the home, saving that seller time, and field the follow-up questions. In short, having an agent will lessen the seller’s investment of time and bother while inciting serious buyers to write an offer immediately.
SERIOUS CONSIDERATIONS
The decision to sell your home requires seeing the total picture from start to finish. You should now understand what is involved in selling your home quickly and profitably. However, I'd like to review what you should consider to avoid trouble. Please discuss this list with your trusted agent to ensure you, your agent, or an interested buyer. • Selling your home before you are qualified to buy another — Financial situations change, along with loan requirements. • Guessing your mortgage payoff — Know if penalties exist.
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