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Advantage to sellers to use a Realtor
I read an interesting blog today on how NAR is misleading the public by using statistics that are based on median rather than mean (average).  As I read some of the replies, I got the feeling that many people believed the auther.  The claim pretty much stated that NAR misleads the public to believe using a realtor is beneficial to receiving a higher selling price.   I have not yet researched to find the statistics that NAR uses or posts, if anyone has a link, I'd be appreciative for the time you'll save me.  I have an opinion on the importance of using a real estate agent versus selling "For sale by owner".  I do believe there is an advantage to sellers to use an agent.  I work mostly with buyers and I listen to them.  I've never said no if they asked to see a FSBO.  None of my clients have bought a FSBO.  They just don't feel comfortable.  They like knowing that professionals who are governed by the state have a legal responsibility.  One thing FSBO overlook when they consider selling their home on their own is the trust that an agent and their client share.  Here's an analogy for ... more

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