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This Is Why You Should Hire a Professional Real Estate Agent
Why Should You Hire a Professional Real Estate Agent?
A well qualified, 
competent real estate agent 
will help you navigate the 
countless number of decisions 
that arise when buying and selling a home.
An agent provides value to the homeowner in many ways:  
They pay for all the marketing and advertising costs.
They add experience and expertise 
in all aspects of the sales process 
including marketing, financing, negotiations and more. 
They co-ordinate all of the showings 
that take place on your home.
They bring a system of known and trusted real estate professionals. 
If your agent doesn't have the answer then he or 
she most likely knows someone who does.
They always have your best interests in mind 
so you always have someone on your side.
They can handle and advise you on 
all price and contract negotiations.
They will provide you with all the possible options and 
opportunities holding nothing back.
Give an impartial, realistic view of your home and your options. 
Unlike buyers and sellers, an agent  
Has no emotional attachment to property.
Has the knowledge to help you ask the right questions.
Being a third party, potential buyers 
are more likely to tell your agent 
the truth about your home, even if it is unflattering. 
This objective viewpoint will help you make the 
necessary changes to get your home sold.
Your time is valuable. A real estate agent allows 
you to spend your time ... more

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