Reasons to Use a Real Estate Agent

When it comes to buying or selling your house, there are many important decisions to be made in the process. With an abundance of information right at your fingertips on the internet, it may seem easy to do everything yourself, but you might be surprised at what an experienced professional can do for you!

As a qualified and dedicated agent, Pauline Poyner knows how important it is to have a trusted and educated realtor by your side during this important moment in your life. You may be hesitant to rely on someone other than yourself, but there are many reasons to use a real estate agent that work to your advantage!

Better Access

It is a real estate agent’s full-time job to act as a contact between sellers and buyers. This means that they will have easy access to all other properties listed by other agents, and know the steps to take to get a deal together.

Knowledge of the Neighborhood

Real estate agents have the inside scoop on the local market. They can indentify comparable sales and give these facts to you. They can also point you in the direction to find out more information about schools, crimes, demographics and more. You may know on your own that a home was on the market for $400,000 but your agent will know it had upgrades and sold for $100,000 after 6 months on the market.

Education and Experience

You do not need to know much about real estate if you work with a real estate professional that does. To save yourself the struggle of learning everything there is to know about buying or selling your home, why not hire a person with more education and experience? Of course it is great to do your research, but it is a real estate professional’s job to already know the facts.

Information on Market Conditions

Real estate agents can disclose market conditions, which will guide your buying or selling process. Many factors go into how you proceed, such as the average per square foot cost of similar homes, average days on the market and ratios of list-to-sold prices. This information will have a huge impact on what you decide to do.

Negotiation Skills

Top agents know how to negotiate well because they are able to remove themselves from the emotional part of the transaction, which buyers and sellers may not be able to do. This is part of their job description- they are professionals who are trained to present their client’s case in the best light possible. Your real estate agent can convey your concerns to the buyer or seller’s agent. Ultimately, your agent will be a better person to negotiate prices and discounts without pushing anyone’s buttons.

Hiring a real estate professional can save you stress and confusion when buying or selling your home. As a seasoned professional, it is Pauline Poyner’s pleasure to put her hard work and experience toward finding the best deal for you! “Like” Pauline Poyner on Facebook and find out about upcoming open houses, events and more!