At face value, the idea of owners selling their homes directly to interested buyers has a great appeal. Talk to some families that have put their homes for sale by owner and all of a sudden the idea does not seem so attractive.
Three out of every four For Sale By Owner (FSBO) eventually turn to professionals to sell their homes.
The simple magic of numbers plays on your favor when you turn to a REALTOR® to sell your home. Thousands of agents throughout the state of Maine will become aware that you are selling your home as soon as it is entered on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service). You will not have to stay home to show the home. You will not have to investigate the credit of the buyers. You will not have to invest a penny on the marketing of your property.
Would you perform surgery without a license? Would you build a bridge without an engineering degree?
May we suggest that you carry on doing what you do best, and allow a REALTOR® to sell your home.
| FOR SALE BY OWNER | REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL |
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Exposure
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One Salesperson – You | Entire REALTOR® Network which extends to thousands of advertising members |
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Pricing
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Your pricing is a “guesstimate” | Our suggested price is based on accurate market conditions |
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Offer
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You, as the owner, will more than likely get one offer at a time | It is commonplace to get more than one offer, which more often, results in a better selling price. |
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Appraisers
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Bank Appraisal vs independent fee appraisals. Do you know the difference? |
REALTORS® have expertise in the area of sales that will be compared to your home. |
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Net Profit
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Statistically, for sale by owner (FSBO) sellers net 3% - 5% | REALTORS® negotiate the highest price for you, even after paying the commission. |
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