As hard as it is to believe, there are still a lot of "do-it-your-selfers" trying to either buy or sell their own real estate. While obtaining necessary paperwork for a transaction is not difficult to do, there are so many other details that you need to consider, besides just paperwork.
In the mortgage climate that we find ourselves in, it's imperative that a lender is working not just at 50-60% for you but 100-120%. Most people don't have the day to day experience with dealing with lenders and staying abreast of who is giving excellent, professional, service. A professional real estate agent does.
If you are a buyer or seller a home inspection report can be overwhelming, and yet it is something that real estate professionals work with every day.
In terms of negotiating, it has been shown that a 3rd party negotiator is better at obtaining what the party they're representing wants in a transaction. That could potentially mean thousands of dollars, let alone stress that is saved or avoided. Real estate professionals are always honing their skills at negotiating effectively for a client.
Finally, in the housing environment we find ourselves in today, pricing expertise is also key to getting a house sold or making an offer that is based on something other than just throwing a dart at a dart board. If there was a For Sale By Owner home that was overpriced $20,000 and you decided as an unrepresented buyer to offer $10,000 less than what the asking price was you would still be paying too much; although, you might feel like you got a good deal because you got it for less than "list" price. However, if you would have been working with a Real Estate Pricing Expert, you would have soon discovered that the good deal wasn't going to begin to take place until the price went down at least $20,000.
Don't take a risk on the biggest investment that you are likely to make by deciding to "play real estate agent", it could be a risk that could change your financial future permanently. Trust that role to a real estate professional.
Call me at 615-370-8669 if you would like to find out more about pricing your home correctly or finding a home to purchase. I will put my professional skills to work for you!
