What Are The Benefits Of Working With A Sellers Agent?
A listing agent does more than simply put a sign outside your house stating "For Sale". A listing agent will list your house in the Multiple Listing Service (or MLS), which is a platform where buyers and sellers can share information about available properties. This is instant advertising without the need to promote the home through the agent's website, or other online marketplaces.
Listing agents will often arrange professional photography of your home's exterior and interior, as well as videos, live walks-throughs and 3-D virtual tours. Many agents will also make a separate landing page on a website for each specific property.
Your REALTOR® Will Help Price And Market Your Property
The list prices you set are not determined in isolation or based on emotions or perceptions of the property. Your listing agent can help you get the best price and make sure you receive the maximum profit. It's useless to have a property if nobody knows it's up for sale. The expertise and network of your listing agent will ensure that your property is seen by potential buyers. Multiple listing services (MLS) are used to make sure that as many people possible see your property for sale.
Your listing agent can also let other agents know about the property's availability for sale. This is especially useful if the agent knows your property's availability and can get a buyer to show the property to.
Your Agent Will Ensure Buyers Are Qualified And Negotiate The Best Terms
Your listing agent should interact with potential buyers to help you distinguish the serious buyers from the tire-kickers. This is not all. Your listing agent must also find out about potential buyers' financial records and determine if they are able to meet the financial requirements to purchase your home in regards to selling your property.
Agents who represent their clients will always strive to get the best terms possible for the transaction. Everything in real estate contracts can be negotiated. Good agents will, when necessary, counteroffer with a more favorable price for their client. They are skilled at negotiating to complete the task.
Your Listing Agent Will Attend The Home Inspection And Appraisal
The seller might not expect a Realtor to attend their home inspection. However, they should. Agents should always attend the inspections. Your real estate agent will then get to hear what the inspector says about the property firsthand, without hearsay from the buyer's agent.
An experienced real estate agent will also attend the appraisal so that they can answer any questions and ensure they are fully informed about the details of the property. An appraiser may need to get feedback from someone who is familiar with the property in order to complete their job. Any questions about added square footage, upgrades and permits can be clarified by your Real Estate agent. Your Realtor is the best person to answer any questions from an appraiser in many cases.
How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?
Commissions are the common way for real estate agents to make money. A commission is a percentage of the sale proceeds. A real estate commission is typically around 6% of the final sales price, unless otherwise stated in the contract. It is split between the listing agent and buyer's agent.
Each side receives half of the commission. The listing agent calculates both the buyer's and their commission upfront in the asking price. Strong listing agents will research the commissions that other sellers in the same area are charging so that your listing is priced competitively. Otherwise, buyers' agents might try to limit their clients to properties with higher commissions.
Although the fees of a realtor may seem high, they can add more value than you think to your home sales.
How To Find A Good Sellers Agent
It is important to ensure that your agent (or REALTOR®) is licensed, has references, and has a professional website. This will allow you to learn more about their qualifications and professional achievements. Real estate agents are available to both buyers and sellers. However, some may be specialized in one area. After you have found a few agents via referrals or online search, meet with them personally to make sure they are suited for your professional needs.
