FSBO verses Realtor
Why work with a Realtor if you want to sell your home?
I get this question all the time when I run into a FSBO.
(and FSBO might not be happy with what I have to say)
There was a time, two or three years ago when a
FSBO had a good chance to sell their property here in Tampabay St. Petersburg.
Well this time is gone.
The market has changed, it is a buyers market not a sellers market anymore.
You need the help and expertise of a professional to sell your house or condo.
This is more important than ever. I can not speak for all of Florida, but the St. Petersburg, Tampabay market has become extremely competitive and you need the best possible agent on your site.
Someone that does a great job in marketing and negotiating, someone that knows all the ins and out of a contract.
Don´t fall for the agent that tells you exactly what you want to hear, go for the one that is straight forward and honest with you.
A Realtor who knows the market and the neighborhood in St Pete.
A Realtor that has the drive and energy to make things happen.
Let´s say you (the FSBO) are a fire fighter, you know what you are doing, you had the best training, and years of experience, you take your job seriously etc
Well, there is a fire in the neighborhood and I (the realtor) tell you that I do not need you because I think I can do it myself.
What would you think?
Something like
"Well, go ahead if you want the whole neighborhood to burn down"
or
"What is this guy thinking; he doesn´t even have the equipment to put out that fire"
or
What is wrong with people, don´t they know that it takes an expert to do this?
or
"Good luck, hope you have a great insurance policy"
Just imagine
We would all trade jobs for a day, only a day
Doctors sell Real Estate, Realtors do heart surgery on you.
Pilots sell homes and condos, Realtors fly the planes you take.
Gourmet chefs sell properties; Realtors try to cook your meal in a restaurant.
Race car drivers sell houses, Realtor drive the Indy car race you watch.
Let´s be honest
We can not switch jobs !!!
It would be a total disaster, people would get hurt, houses would burn down, planes would crash . . . .and your home doesn´t sell ? not in this kind of market.
Imagine you would see a show on TV about St Petersburg
where Realtors switched jobs with everybody.
Just use your imagination; it would probably be the best comedy or the worst drama.
But one thing is crystal clear, on this day the whole world would shake their heads and think we are crazy !!!
Let´s face it; I can not do your job
and you can not do my job.
If I cut myself, I go to a doctor.
If I have a fire in my house, I call the fire department
If I my car breaks down, I call a mechanic
If I am serious about selling my house, I call a Realtor.
Why do owners still try to sell their house themselves?
Beats me !!!
Most common reason is "Save commission"
Well, first of all, commission is negotiable (you get what you pay for)
but wouldn´t you rather pay a commission than not sell you home?
I mean, think about this, you get paid for the job that you do and
most likely you get paid by the hour.
A Realtor works on commission, only gets paid if they sell the home
If they don´t sell, they have invested a lot of time and money and worked for NOTHING
Nobody wants to work for NOTHING
so you can be assured that they will do the best job they can to sell your home.
You need an expert to help you.
To market the property,
Fill out the paperwork,
Stand by your side
Guide you all the way from listing to closing
and assist you in every possible way.
If you want to be successful in selling your home, make the right decision
Hire a Realtor.
A Realtor that knows what he is doing,
A Realtor that takes his job seriously,
A Realtor that has the resources,
A Realtor that knows the area and the market
A Realtor that is aggressive and creative with marketing strategies
A Realtor that you feel good about.
Ok
This page got way to long,
maybe I got a little carried away,
but that is me . . . .
I am very passionate when it comes to my job and Real Estate.
Hope I did not offend you.
Look at the bright site,
if you hire me as you Realtor, I will probably talk the buyer into everything (just kidding)
Please give me a call or send me an e mail
(wether you agree or disagree with me)
I would like your input and hear about your experience.
Sincerely
Anne Hensel
727 410 7777
Anne@SouthBeaches.info