I can almost understand Sellers who take on trying to sell there own home home. They think they are saving the commission right? Even though only about 20% actually succeed and those who do statistically sell there home for 15% less than a professional Realtor can get them, I can at least understand the thought process. What really puzzles me is why do so many buyers take on the process of searching for there own home by themselves? Here in the state of Washington the seller pays a commission to the listing brokerage who in turn offers through the (2 comments)