January 31, 2009

REALTOR OR FOR SALE BY OWNER?


Many people ask themselves this question when getting ready to put their property on the market. It is true that homeowners can put a sign in the yard, advertise, and show their own property. What does a Realtor really have to offer you? First of all, a Realtor is a trained professional. He or she can assist you in accurately pricing your home for the current market. Your Realtor can also help you with ideas for making your property more attractive to buyers. You are not tied down by having to be available to show your property when a prospect wants to see it. In Batesville most Realtors work as a part of the Multiple Listing Service. We give our clients information on properties that meet their wants and needs listed not only by our own firm, but also other firms within our MLS group. Many times, prospective buyers prefer being shown a property by a Realtor rather than by the homeowner. In order to assess the amount of available storage, buyers want to feel free to open closets, cabinets, and etc. When the homeowner is present buyers are often not comfortable looking the house over thoroughly. A Realtor’s work is not finished simply by bringing a buyer and seller together on an agreed price through an offer and acceptance. The Realtor also helps in arranging for the completion of the sale in seeing that all the terms of the contract are met in a timely manner to bring the transfer of property to the best interests of his or her client.

Sharon Black
Ennis Realty