The fact is, most people who try to sell their own home end up using a REALTOR® in the end anyway. Before anybody decides to fly solo through this complex, time consuming and financially perilous process, they should consider these questions.

Will you really “save” the real estate commission?
The short answer is possibly yes.  However there are a few keys factors to consider.  First do you have accurate current market datar of recent homes sold in your neihborhood, zip code, town etc.  Listing your home at the proper listing price can be tricky as markets can often move quickly.  Second, do you know exactly what home buyers are looking for?  Does your home have these features and if not are there a few minimal upgrades you could do to ensure your home sells quickly and at top dollar.

Are you familiar with real estate law?
Complicated and ever changing, real estate law governs nearly every phase of selling your home.  One wrong move and an entire deal can fall through, or worse, a lawsuit can ensue.  Using a Michigan Realtor reduces your exposure to all of the above.

How many potential buyers will you reach?
The advancements in technology have made it much easier to get exposure for your home.  Still however the MLS is still the best system in place to reach your local Michigan market.  To be in the MLS you have to engage a licenced Michigan Agent.  Additionally you will have to write your own description, run social media ads and track that activity.

Do you have the time?
Promoting a home is a full time job, and you may already have one. Will you be able to take calls at any time? How about screening the callers to figure out if they’re qualified to buy your home? Not everybody who calls is even suitable to walk through your home, but how do you tell?

Do you know the Michigan market well enough to get the most for your home?
Lacking years of experience, the average do-it-yourselfer is merely guessing at their listing price. Often they set the price too low and miss out on thousands of dollars, or they price their home too high and drive away willing buyers.

What about your selling skills?
If the personalities of prospective buyers rub you the wrong way, can you still deal with them effectively? What about your own defensiveness when you hear negative comments about your home? Best to keep it at arms length through a Michigan REALTOR®.

Do you have the negotiation skills to keep a deal on track?
When an offer comes in, emotions can run high with so much money on the line. This is why direct seller-to-buyer deals often end in disaster. Your Perfect Fit Agent is in your corner to keep it professional, keep it moving and get it closed with your best interests in mind.