Selling your home yourself?

Monday, August 11, 2014

I recently received a telephone call from a citizen in Dunklin County about selling their home. I was asked how someone would sell their home without hiring a real estate agent and if I thought it was worth the time and trouble. I informed the person that it is difficult to sell your home without the assistance of a real estate agent, but many people do so every day. A real estate agent serves as an intermediary between the seller and buyer. In most states, real estate agents are professionals who take numerous courses prior to taking a state exam to become licensed. Real estate agents typically charge a percentage of the sales price for their service. They work irregular hours and often show a property for months prior to finally collecting a fee. Obviously, hiring a real estate agent will make selling your property easier since they do most of the work. However, if you are going to attempt to sell your property on your own, several issues should be considered.

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