There are plenty of things in life that you can DIY like learning how to change your vehicle’s oil, minor home repairs, and refinishing furniture just to name a few. One of the things that most people should not try to DIY is buying or selling their home. Using a trusted and experienced Realtor can make a world of difference when you are dealing with one of the biggest investments of your life. Here are just some of the ways a Realtor can help you when you are buying or selling a home.
For Buyers
- Realtors can help Buyers to accurately determine their ideal budget and refer them to excellent resources for their mortgage and financing.
- Realtors can increase the efficiency of the house hunting process by predetermining which properties are the best potential match for the Buyers.
- Realtors can ensure that Buyers are able to see the homes they are interested in that fit their criteria.
- Realtors will arrange all your viewing appointments, which can save you hours of time.
- Realtors can give an expert opinion on the pricing of the home.
- Experienced Realtors can see beyond the surface of the home and identify potential issues that the Buyer will want to be addressed in the home inspection.
- Realtors can help Buyers negotiate a deal that is successful for all the parties involved.
- Realtors can help Buyers see the potential in a home and help the Buyer estimate the cost required to renovate the home.
- Realtors handle all the details of the contract and review every word to make sure there are no misunderstandings or surprises.
- Realtors can be a wealth of knowledge on everything from neighbourhoods, home styles, moving tips, budgeting, and more.
For Sellers
- Realtors can ensure that your house is priced right based on a number of important factors including location, market conditions, and condition of the home.
- Realtors can provide expert advice or refer you to an expert to help you stage your home for a faster and more successful sale.
- Realtors handle all the inquiries and arrangements for viewings so that you do not have to.
- Realtors can use their network to help attract a qualified Buyer for your home.
- Realtors will handle the negotiation and contract details so you do not have to.
- Realtors have expert online marketing savvy that is critical in today’s real estate market.
- Realtors have the skills and experience to close the deal correctly and efficiently. This reason alone makes using a Realtor worthwhile!
- Your Realtor can handle any unexpected issues that arise between the time an offer is made and when the deal closes.
- Realtors can ensure that Buyers do not hold up the deal by making unreasonable or unsubstantiated demands.
A great Realtor is your best tool when you are buying or selling a home. The lists above include just a few of the ways that a Realtor will make your life easier.Do you have a story about a Realtor who made your life easier when you were buying or selling? Share it with me on Twitter!