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Q: Why should I want to sell my own home instead of going though a realtor?
A: One of the main reasons why homeowners choose to their their home themselves is to having to pay commission to a realtor. It’s possible to
market your home yourself and do the work of liaising with buyers and their agents and thus avoid the hassle and expense of working through a
‘middleman’.
People sell their homes for a variety of reasons: it might be property taxes in your area, a work related transfer or simply the desire to
relocate to a better neighborhood.
The principal reasons that owners sell their own homes include the following:
To save money: If you sell your house by yourself, you can avoid Having to pay a commission to the agent on your sale.
Simplicity: Selling your property on your own gives you greater control over how the sale progresses.
Independence: You are able to decide what price to sell your home for and when it’s right to close the deal.
Convenience: Many owners prefer the benefit of being the sole person in charge of sale process. You are free to manage home improvements, run the
open house viewings, and handle negotiations as you wish.
In the final analysis, whether or not to sell your own home is a matter of personal preference. There are many people for whom the added
responsibility and pressure of being in sole charge of the process would be more of a burden than an advantage.
Selling your own home can save you money but it requires commitment and an understanding of the market to be successful. Why not draw up a
list of the pros and cons — and make the decision that’s right for you.
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