“How do I get the BEST value for money when selling my home?”
With the rise of different agents offering a wide range of services, it can be difficult sometimes to figure out the best option for YOU. From flat rate online agents to traditional, involved and invested agents, really researching your best option is vital before making the decision.
The real question we find most people asking is: “How do I get the BEST value for money when selling my home?”. The truth is, really investing in your agent is the absolute best way to end up with the most value, happiness, and least stress in your home move, but why?
- Marketing
Chances are, if you invest in a good agent, you’ll get great marketing for your home, something that could be a matter of make or break in your home sale. Good marketing means finding the RIGHT buyers quicker and can cast a big net to bring in multiple buyers, driving up the ultimate price of your home.
- The 7-10% study
Studies have shown that the difference between the lowest price possible you receive for your home, and the highest price possible, is around 7-10% of the total sale. That 7-10% is the difference between a cheap agent, and a great agent you can invest in. While it may seem like you’ll save money going for the cheaper agent, in the long run, it’s proven to lose you money when your home sells for less.
- Involvement
An agent who’s willing to be involved heavily in your sale, stay by your side, sort out the problems, and really sell your home to its potential buyers, will save you not only money but a LOT of time and stress. It’s worth paying that little bit extra for an agent who really cares about getting you the best price.
- The little things
There are many little extras that come with selling a home. Viewings, photographs, floor plans, marketing, paperwork are just to name a few, and not all agents include them in their price. While they may not seem much each, it can quickly add up, leaving you out of pocket in the long run. Investing in a great agent means they take care of it all for you, and the stress you save is worth its weight in gold.
For more information about investing in your agent or if you’re looking to buy, sell, rent or let any time soon, give us a call today. We’re always on hand to help you through this journey.