In the beginning stages of the home sales process, it is not uncommon for a seller to question whether they should sell their home themselves to save commission fees. After all, aren’t homes really sold online now that all listings are available to the public for search?
It is true that we live in a market where a large portion of home buyers first search online when looking for a new home. But even with immediate, virtual access, 87% of home buyers still use an agent when purchasing their home. And not only that, homes listed by an agent continually sell for more than those listed For Sale By Owner. Take a look at the inforgraphic below to see how the skills, network, and industry knowledge of an agent are far more valuable – and necessary – in today’s real estate market.
