[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fbwk2pqjjqsc7":3,"$f11xpve4udb22r":124},[4,8,12,16,20,24,28,32,36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,68,72,76,80,84,88,92,96,100,104,108,112,116,120],{"id":5,"name":6,"slug":7},1,"Uncategorized","uncategorized",{"id":9,"name":10,"slug":11},5,"For Buyers","buyers",{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},6,"For Sellers","sellers",{"id":17,"name":18,"slug":19},7,"Foreclosures","foreclosures",{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},8,"Infographics","infographics",{"id":25,"name":26,"slug":27},9,"Home Prices","home-prices",{"id":29,"name":30,"slug":31},11,"First-Time Buyers","first-time-buyers",{"id":33,"name":34,"slug":35},34,"Senior Market","senior-market",{"id":37,"name":38,"slug":39},35,"Mortgage Rates","mortgage-rates",{"id":41,"name":42,"slug":43},38,"Move-Up","move-up",{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},41,"For Sale by Owner","for-sale-by-owner",{"id":49,"name":50,"slug":51},42,"Featured","featured",{"id":53,"name":54,"slug":55},45,"New Construction","new-construction",{"id":57,"name":58,"slug":59},52,"Luxury \u002F Vacation","luxury--vacation",{"id":61,"name":62,"slug":63},53,"Rent vs. Buy","rent-vs-buy",{"id":65,"name":66,"slug":67},80,"Time-sensitive","time-sensitive",{"id":69,"name":70,"slug":71},81,"Outdated","outdated",{"id":73,"name":74,"slug":75},147,"Internal","internal",{"id":77,"name":78,"slug":79},148,"Do Not Autopost","do-not-autopost",{"id":81,"name":82,"slug":83},320,"Inventory","inventory",{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},321,"Agent Value","agent-value",{"id":89,"name":90,"slug":91},322,"Affordability","affordability",{"id":93,"name":94,"slug":95},323,"Buying Tips","buying-tips",{"id":97,"name":98,"slug":99},324,"Downsize","downsize",{"id":101,"name":102,"slug":103},325,"Economy","economy",{"id":105,"name":106,"slug":107},326,"Equity","equity",{"id":109,"name":110,"slug":111},327,"Forecasts","forecasts",{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},328,"Selling Tips","selling-tips",{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},339,"Expired\u002FWithdrawn\u002FCanceled","expiredwithdrawncanceled",{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},340,"Price It Right\u002FOverpricing","price-it-rightoverpricing",{"items":125,"totalCount":283,"hasMore":207},[126,146,164,181,198,215,229,242,255,270],{"id":127,"slug":128,"title":129,"description":130,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":133,"bannerImage":134,"body":135,"agentsBottomLine":136,"bodyImage":137,"isInfographic":138,"categories":139,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":144,"updatedAt":145},101363,"the-1-regret-sellers-have-when-they-dont-use-an-agent","The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent","\u003Cp>Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market.\u003C\u002Fp>","","blog","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260113\u002F20260114-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260121\u002FSTM-Banner-20230525-SG-5-original.jpg","\u003Cp>Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell \u003Cstrong>without \u003C\u002Fstrong>an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>According to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">latest data\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR), those sellers agree \u003Cstrong>pricing their home effectively was the hardest part of the process.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Top 5 Most Difficult Task for Sellers Who Didn’t Use an Agent:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Col>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Getting the price right\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Preparing or fixing up the house\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Selling within the desired time frame\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Handling all the legal documents\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Finding the time to manage all aspects of the sale\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Fol>\u003Cp>And that makes sense. Pricing isn’t as simple as picking a number from an online estimate or copying what your neighbor got last year. It takes real insight into:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>What buyers are actually willing to pay today\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>How much competition you have in your area\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>What similar homes nearby are really selling for\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>How desirable your area or neighborhood is\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>The condition of your house\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>Without that context, it’s easy to overshoot the mark, especially now that buyers can be more selective. And in today’s market, that’ll backfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Overpricing Isn’t a Small Mistake, It Snowballs\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Your price is part of what shapes a buyer’s first impression. And when it's too high, a chain reaction begins.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>If buyers think you’re asking too much, they’re going to turn the other way. And when buyers bypass your house, you'll get fewer showings. Fewer showings lead to fewer offers. And fewer offers usually mean making a price cut to try to draw buyers back in.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And that’s happening a lot lately, especially on homes sold without a pro.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The same \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">NAR report\u003C\u002Fa> shows \u003Cstrong>most homes sold without an agent (59%) had to reduce their asking price at least once \u003C\u002Fstrong>(\u003Cem>see the orange in the graph below\u003C\u002Fem>).\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260113\u002F20260114-Most-Homeowners-Who-Sold-Without-an-Agent-original.png\">The Part Sellers Don’t See Coming\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>The trouble is, price cuts don’t always fix the problem. They can attract bargain hunters rather than strong, confident buyers. That's because many\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>buyers see a price drop as a sign there’s something wrong with the house. And that assumption can turn buyers away too.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>By the time your house finally sells, you may net less than if you’d priced it correctly from the start. Again, the data backs this up.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>NAR shows that homes sold with an agent sell for nearly 8% more than homes sold without one.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260113\u002F20260114-Homes-Listed-With-an-Agent-Sold-for-Almost-8-More-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260113\u002F20260114-Homes-Listed-With-an-Agent-Sold-for-Almost-8-More-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of sales and sales\">\u003C\u002Fa>That’s not because agents magically add value. It’s because they have the expertise needed to get it right. The price. The prep. The presentation. And the paperwork.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Nail all of that from day one, and you'll be set up to get as much money as you can out of your sale.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, even though you thought selling without an agent meant saving money, that's not necessarily true. The facts show selling on your own can mean selling for less in the long run. And that may be enough to totally change your perspective.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Today, the biggest risk of selling without an agent isn’t the paperwork or the hassle. It’s the price. And once pricing goes wrong, it’s hard to course correct.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, if you’re thinking about selling and want to understand what your home would realistically go for in our market today, let's connect. A quick pricing conversation now can save you from bigger regrets later.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260113\u002F20260114-Most-Homeowners-Who-Sold-Without-an-Agent-original.png",false,[140,141,142,143],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},"2026-01-14T11:30:00Z","2026-02-05T16:14:50Z",{"id":147,"slug":148,"title":149,"description":150,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":151,"bannerImage":131,"body":152,"agentsBottomLine":153,"bodyImage":154,"isInfographic":138,"categories":155,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":162,"updatedAt":163},92559,"why-selling-without-an-agent-can-cost-you-more-than-you-think","Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think","\u003Cp>Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","\u003Cp>Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Last year, homes that sold \u003Cem>with \u003C\u002Fem>an agent went for almost \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>15% more\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> than those that sold \u003Cem>without \u003C\u002Fem>one.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-Homes-Sold-With-An-Agent-Went-For-Almost-15-Percent-More-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-Homes-Sold-With-An-Agent-Went-For-Almost-15-Percent-More-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of sales and sales\">\u003C\u002Fa>That gap is pretty hard to ignore. And with more homes on the market to compete with right now, selling on your own is a mistake that’s going to cost you.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>This Isn’t the Market for DIY Selling\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>A few years ago, you might’ve gotten away with a “For Sale By Owner” (FSBO) sign in your yard, navigating the process on your own. That’s because homes were flying off the market and buyers were pulling out all the stops. But that’s just not the case anymore. With more inventory than we’ve seen in years, we’re not in a “list it and they will come” market anymore. You need professional expertise.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>A yard sign and some photos you take on your own won’t cut it.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Right now, the housing market is getting back to what most would consider a more normal balance of buyers and sellers, and that really changes the game. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fresearch\u002Fjuly-2025-data\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">According\u003C\u002Fa> to \u003Cem>Realtor.com\u003C\u002Fem>, \u003Cstrong>the latest number of listings for sale was the highest it’s been in any month of July since 2019 \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>(see graph below):\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-More-Homes-For-Sale-This-Year-Means-You-Need-An-Agent-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-More-Homes-For-Sale-This-Year-Means-You-Need-An-Agent-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of blue bars with white text\">\u003C\u002Fa>And while inventory growth is going to vary by local market, nationally, this graph shows the number of homes for sale is inching back toward normal.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>With more listings available, that means buyers can be more selective. They’ll compare your home to others on price, condition, photos, location, and more. If yours doesn’t stand out, it will get skipped over.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>More Inventory = More Competition for You\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Selling today requires the latest pricing strategy, expert prep work, professional marketing, and strong negotiation skills. And if you’re not bringing all of that to the table, chances are, you’re going to feel it in your bottom line.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>More Homeowners Are Turning To the Pros\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>That’s why even more home sellers are working with agents today. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Data\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) shows a record-low percentage of homeowners sold without an agent last year. And the few sellers who tried to sell on their own realized their mistake pretty quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>According to \u003Cem>Zillow\u003C\u002Fem>, 21% of homeowners ended up hiring an agent anyway after struggling to sell on their own. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, why take the risk? With a local pro, you'll have:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Pricing precision\u003C\u002Fstrong> to attract buyers and maximize your return\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Expert staging and presentation advice\u003C\u002Fstrong> to highlight your home’s best features\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Pro-level marketing\u003C\u002Fstrong>, including the best exposure and access to buyer networks you can’t reach on your own\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Skilled negotiation\u003C\u002Fstrong> to evaluate offers and navigate inspections, protecting your bottom line\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Local market expertise\u003C\u002Fstrong> that helps your listing stand out based on what inventory looks like in your area\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>An agent's expertise isn’t optional anymore. It’s \u003Cem>essential.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>In a market with more listings and pickier buyers, many sellers who try to sell on their own end up working with an agent anyway. So why not start there?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Let’s connect so you have a pro who knows exactly what it takes to sell your house in today’s market, for the best possible price, without leaving money on the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Reach out if you want a professional assessment on what your house could sell for today.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250805\u002F20250807-Homes-Sold-With-An-Agent-Went-For-Almost-15-Percent-More-original.png",[156,157,158,159,160,161],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":81,"name":82,"slug":83},{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},"2025-08-07T10:30:00Z","2025-08-07T10:30:12Z",{"id":165,"slug":166,"title":167,"description":168,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":169,"bannerImage":131,"body":170,"agentsBottomLine":171,"bodyImage":172,"isInfographic":138,"categories":173,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":179,"updatedAt":180},87207,"the-secret-to-selling-your-house-in-todays-market","The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market","\u003Cp>A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250522\u002F20250528-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","\u003Cp>A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price. It felt like you could name your price and still have buyers lined up at the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But today’s housing market is different. Buyers are getting more selective now that inventory has grown. Homes are sitting a little longer. And more sellers are having to cut their prices.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, how do you still come out on top? It all starts with one thing, \u003Cstrong>pricing your house right from the start.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Today, that matters more than ever – and it can make or break your sale.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>There’s a Real Price Disconnect Between Buyers and Sellers\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>A \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fresearch\u002F2025-sellers-survey-btts\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">recent survey\u003C\u002Fa> from \u003Cem>Realtor.com\u003C\u002Fem> shows \u003Cstrong>81% of home sellers believe they’ll get their asking price or more.\u003C\u002Fstrong> But the actual sales data shows there’s a growing gap between what sellers expect and what buyers are actually willing to pay.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In fact, an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">annual report\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors \u003C\u002Fem>(NAR) shows \u003Cstrong>44% of recently sold homes went for less than the asking price.\u003C\u002Fstrong> And 1 in 3 sellers had to cut their price at least once before the home sold. It’s a sign that expectations may be a little out of step with today’s reality.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Check out the graph below. It uses data from \u003Cem>Redfin\u003C\u002Fem> to show that asking prices (\u003Cem>blue line\u003C\u002Fem>) are higher than actual sales prices (\u003Cem>green line\u003C\u002Fem>) by a wider and wider margin:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250522\u002F20250528-Sellers-Want-More-Than-Buyers-Are-Willing-To-Pay-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250522\u002F20250528-Sellers-Want-More-Than-Buyers-Are-Willing-To-Pay-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of sales and prices\">\u003C\u002Fa>This tells you something important: not all buyers are willing to pay what many sellers are asking. That doesn’t mean you can’t sell for a great price – but it does mean you need to start with a price that reflects what people are willing to pay in today’s market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>What Happens When You Overprice Your House?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Pricing your house high initially may seem like a smart move, so you have more room to negotiate. But the reality is, an overpriced home can sit on the market and turn buyers away. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Buyers are smart. And when they see a house that’s been sitting for a while, they start to wonder what’s wrong with it. That can lead to fewer showings, less interest, and eventually, a price cut to re-ignite attention. As \u003Cem>Realtor.com\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fmarketing\u002Fresources\u002Fthe-importance-of-getting-the-price-right-4-reasons-why-pricing-right-from-the-beginning-matters\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa>: \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“By getting the right price early on, you can increase the odds buyers will be interested in the home. In turn, this decreases the chances the home will sit on the market for a lengthier timeline, also reducing the odds you’ll need to lower the listing price.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>The longer a house sits, the harder it can be to sell.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>You Still Have a Great Opportunity – If You Price Your House Right\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>To avoid making this mistake, it’s important to lean on an agent who knows what’s happening locally when you set your asking price. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Your agent will look at recent local sales, buyer trends, and inventory levels to find that pricing sweet spot for your neighborhood – because it’s going to be different based on where you live.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And here’s something else to keep in mind, home prices have climbed more than \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fhfa.gov\u002Fdata\u002Fhpi\u002Fdatasets?tab=regional-hpi\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">57%\u003C\u002Fa> over the past five years. So, even if you price a bit below the number you had your sights set on, you’ll likely still be in a great position profit-wise.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>With a local real estate agent’s help, you’ll attract more attention, avoid seeing your house sit on the market too long, and maximize your chances of getting a strong offer.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In today’s market, the right price works. As Mike Simonsen, Founder of \u003Cem>Altos Research\u003C\u002Fem>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog.altosresearch.com\u002Fcould-home-prices-turn-negative-this-year\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“. . . the best properties, well priced are selling quickly in most of the country.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>","\u003Cp>The market has changed, but your opportunity to sell hasn’t. You just need the right pricing plan. Let’s walk through what’s happening with prices in our area and determine what price would help your house sell quickly and for top dollar.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250522\u002F20250528-Sellers-Want-More-Than-Buyers-Are-Willing-To-Pay-original.png",[174,175,176,177,178],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":25,"name":26,"slug":27},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},"2025-05-28T10:30:00Z","2025-05-28T10:30:12Z",{"id":182,"slug":183,"title":184,"description":185,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":186,"bannerImage":187,"body":188,"agentsBottomLine":189,"bodyImage":190,"isInfographic":138,"categories":191,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":196,"updatedAt":197},70995,"why-more-sellers-are-hiring-real-estate-agents","Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents","\u003Cp>Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20241205\u002F20241209-Why-More-Sellers-Are-Hiring-Real-Estate-Agents-original.png","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20241219\u002FSTM-Banner-Fall-2020-Buyer-Guide-9--original.jpg","\u003Cp>Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>That’s why \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>data\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows a \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fmagazine\u002Freal-estate-news\u002F9-buyer-seller-trends-driving-home-sales\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>record low\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> number are going the route of selling on their own.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Instead, more and more homeowners are choosing to work with a real estate agent (\u003Cem>see graph below\u003C\u002Fem>):\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20241205\u002F20241209-More-Homeowners-Are-Hiring-a-Pro-When-They-Sell-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20241205\u002F20241209-More-Homeowners-Are-Hiring-a-Pro-When-They-Sell-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of a sales growth\">\u003C\u002Fa>And here’s why partnering with an expert is the go-to choice. Selling your home is a big deal, and while FSBO might seem like a way to save time or money, it comes with a lot of responsibilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The selling process requires setting the right price, navigating a growing amount of legal paperwork, and creating a solid strategy to attract buyers. And going it alone often means taking on more than you bargained for.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Let’s look at two big reasons why working with a pro can make all the difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>1. Getting the Price Right\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>One of the biggest hurdles when selling a house on your own is figuring out the right price. \u003Cstrong>It’s not as simple as picking a number that sounds good – you need to hit the bullseye.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Price your home too high, and buyers may overlook your listing. Price it too low, and you could leave money on the table or even raise red flags about the condition of your home.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Real estate agents are experts in finding the right price for today’s market trends. As \u003Cem>Zillow\u003C\u002Fem> explains:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Agents are pros when it comes to pricing properties and have their finger on the pulse of your local market. They understand current buying trends and can provide insight into how your home compares to others for sale nearby.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>With their knowledge of the local market, buyer behavior, and what homes like yours are selling for, an agent will help you make sure you set a price that’s competitive and that’ll draw in buyers. And it’s that perfectly strategic price that’ll set the stage for selling at top dollar.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>2. Understanding and Managing the Paperwork\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Another part of the process is dealing with a growing stack of paperwork, from disclosure forms to contracts. Each document needs to be completed accurately, and there are legal requirements to follow that can feel overwhelming if you’re not familiar with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This is another area where an agent’s expertise really shines. They’ve handled these documents countless times and know exactly what’s needed to keep everything on track. Your agent will guide you through the paperwork step by step, making sure it’s done right the first time and you understand what you’re signing. With their help, you can avoid unnecessary stress and mistakes that can lead to delays, legal complications, and more.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>Selling your house is a big decision, and having a trusted real estate agent on your side can make all the difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Let’s connect so you have a pro to help with everything from pricing your home to managing the details. That way we can take the guesswork out of the process and help you sell with confidence. \u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20241205\u002F20241209-More-Homeowners-Are-Hiring-a-Pro-When-They-Sell-original.png",[192,193,194,195],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},"2024-12-09T11:30:00Z","2025-01-30T15:00:37Z",{"id":199,"slug":200,"title":201,"description":202,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":203,"bannerImage":131,"body":204,"agentsBottomLine":205,"bodyImage":206,"isInfographic":207,"categories":208,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":213,"updatedAt":214},54969,"the-downsides-of-selling-your-house-without-an-agent","The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent","\u003Cp>Considering selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some serious downsides to handling it on your own.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240618\u002FThe-Downsides-of-Selling-Your-House-Without-An-Agent-KCM-Share-original.jpg","\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240618\u002FThe-Downsides-of-Selling-Your-House-Without-An-Agent-MEM-original.jpg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240618\u002FThe-Downsides-of-Selling-Your-House-Without-An-Agent-MEM-original.jpg\" alt=\"No Caption Received\">\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Considering \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F06\u002F04\u002Fwhat-to-expect-if-you-buy-or-sell-a-home-this-june\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">selling your house\u003C\u002Fa> without an agent? You should know there are some serious \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">downsides\u003C\u002Fa> to handling it on your own.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>You’ll be missing out on \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F29\u002Fhow-an-agent-helps-market-your-house\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">marketing tools\u003C\u002Fa> that draw in more buyers, \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F24\u002Fyour-agent-is-the-key-to-pricing-your-house-right-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">pricing\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F23\u002Fquestions-you-may-have-about-selling-your-house\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">market expertise\u003C\u002Fa>, essential \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F14\u002Fthinking-of-selling-you-want-an-agent-with-these-skills\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">negotiation skills\u003C\u002Fa>, in-depth knowledge of the fine print in contracts, and so much more.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Don’t take all of this responsibility on. Instead, let’s connect so you have someone with the knowledge and experience you’ll need on your side.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240618\u002FThe-Downsides-of-Selling-Your-House-Without-An-Agent-MEM-original.jpg",true,[209,210,211,212],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},"2024-06-21T10:30:00Z","2024-06-21T10:30:15Z",{"id":216,"slug":217,"title":218,"description":219,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":220,"bannerImage":131,"body":221,"agentsBottomLine":222,"bodyImage":131,"isInfographic":138,"categories":223,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":227,"updatedAt":228},53933,"selling-smart-why-a-real-estate-agent-makes-all-the-difference","Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference","\u003Cp>If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20240604\u002F20240610-Selling-Smart-Why-a-Real-Estate-Agent-Makes-All-the-Difference-original.png","\u003Cp>If you’re considering \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F29\u002Fhow-an-agent-helps-market-your-house\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">selling your house\u003C\u002Fa> on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the extra stress. Going this route means shouldering a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and, if you’re not an expert, that opens the door for mistakes to happen and can quickly become \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F23\u002Fquestions-you-may-have-about-selling-your-house\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">overwhelming\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">report\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) shows two key areas where people who sold their own house struggled the most: pricing and paperwork.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Here are just a few of the ways an agent makes those tasks a whole lot easier.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Getting the Price Right\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Setting the \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F24\u002Fyour-agent-is-the-key-to-pricing-your-house-right-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">right price\u003C\u002Fa> for your house is important. And, if you’re \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F10\u002Fthe-sun-is-shining-on-sellers-this-summer-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">selling\u003C\u002Fa> your house on your own, two common issues can happen. You might ask for too much money (overpricing). Or you might not ask for enough (underpricing). Either can make it hard to sell your house. According to \u003Cem>NerdWallet\u003C\u002Fem>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“When selling a home, first impressions matter. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Your house’s market debut is your first chance to attract a buyer and it’s important to get the pricing right.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem> If your home is overpriced, you run the risk of buyers not seeing the listing.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem> . . . But price your house too low and you could end up leaving some serious money on the table. A bargain-basement price could also turn some buyers away, as they may wonder if there are any underlying problems with the house.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>To avoid these problems, team up with a real estate agent. Agents know how to figure out the perfect price because they have a deep understanding of the local housing market. And they’ll use that expertise to set a price that matches what buyers are willing to pay, giving your house the best chance to impress from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Understanding and Performing Paperwork\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2024\u002F05\u002F06\u002Fwhats-motivating-your-move\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Selling a house\u003C\u002Fa> involves a bunch of paperwork and legal documentation that has to be just right. There are a lot of rules and regulations to follow, and that makes it a bit tricky for homeowners to manage everything on their own. Without a pro by your side, you could end up facing liability risks and legal complications.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Real estate agents are experts in all the contracts and paperwork needed for selling a house. They know the rules and can guide you through it all, reducing the chance of mistakes that might lead to legal problems or delays. As an article from \u003Cem>First American \u003C\u002Fem>explains:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“To buy or sell a home you need to accurately complete a lot of forms, disclosures, and legal documents. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>A real estate agent ensures you cross every ‘t’ and dot every ‘i’ to help you avoid having a transaction fall through and\u002For prevent a costly mistake\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>So, instead of dealing with the growing pile of documents on your own, team up with an agent who can be your advisor, helping you avoid any legal bumps in the road.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>Selling a house on your own can cost you a lot of time and stress. Let’s connect so you have help with all the finer details, including setting the right price, handling all the paperwork, and so much more. That way we can take that stress off of your plate.\u003C\u002Fp>",[224,225,226],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},"2024-06-10T10:30:00Z","2024-06-10T14:30:35Z",{"id":230,"slug":231,"title":232,"description":233,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":234,"bannerImage":131,"body":235,"agentsBottomLine":236,"bodyImage":131,"isInfographic":138,"categories":237,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":240,"updatedAt":241},36991,"sell-smarter-why-working-with-a-real-estate-agent-may-beat-going-solo","Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo","\u003Cp>If you're thinking about selling your house on your own, called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO, there are some important things to consider.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20231219\u002F20231221-Sell-Smarter-Why-Working-with-a-Real-Estate-Agent-May-Beat-Going-Solo.png","\u003Cp>If you're thinking about \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F12\u002F05\u002Fwhen-you-sell-your-house-where-do-you-plan-to-go\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">selling your house\u003C\u002Fa> on your own, called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and that can be a bit of a headache.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A recent \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fresearch-and-statistics\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fhighlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">report\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) found two of the most difficult tasks for people who sell their house on their own are \u003Cstrong>getting the price right\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>understanding and performing paperwork\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Here are just a few of the ways an agent helps with those difficult tasks.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Getting the Price Right\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Setting the right price for your house is important when you're trying to \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F12\u002F01\u002F3-reasons-to-sell-your-house-before-the-new-year-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">sell\u003C\u002Fa> it. If you're selling your house on your own, two common issues can happen. For starters, you might ask for too much money (overpricing). Alternatively, you might not ask for enough (underpricing). Either can make it hard to sell your house. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nerdwallet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmortgages\u002Fprice-home-sell\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">According\u003C\u002Fa> to \u003Cem>NerdWallet\u003C\u002Fem>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“When selling a home, first impressions matter. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Your house’s market debut is your first chance to attract a buyer and it’s important to get the pricing right.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem> If your home is overpriced, you run the risk of buyers not seeing the listing.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem> . . . But price your house too low and you could end up leaving some serious money on the table. A bargain-basement price could also turn some buyers away, as they may wonder if there are any underlying problems with the house.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>To avoid these problems, it's a good idea to team up with a real estate agent. Real estate agents know how to figure out the perfect price because they understand the local housing market. They can use their expertise to set a price that matches what buyers are \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F12\u002F14\u002Fif-your-house-hasnt-sold-yet-it-may-be-overpriced\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">willing to pay\u003C\u002Fa>, giving your house the best chance to impress from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Understanding and Performing Paperwork\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F20\u002Fis-your-house-the-top-thing-on-a-buyers-wish-list-this-holiday-season\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Selling a house\u003C\u002Fa> involves a bunch of paperwork and legal documentation that has to be just right. There are a lot of rules and regulations to follow, making it a bit tricky for homeowners to manage everything on their own. Without a pro by your side, you could end up facing liability risks and legal complications.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Real estate agents are experts in all the contracts and paperwork needed for \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F16\u002Fpeople-are-still-moving-even-with-todays-affordability-challenges\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">selling a house\u003C\u002Fa>. They know the rules and can guide you through it all, reducing the chance of mistakes that might lead to legal problems or delays.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, instead of dealing with the growing pile of documents on your own, team up with an agent who can be your advisor, helping you avoid any legal bumps in the road.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>Selling your house is a big deal, and it can be complicated. Having a real estate agent can make a huge difference with setting the right price and managing all the details, so you can sell confidently. Let’s connect to make the process smooth and take the stress off your plate.\u003C\u002Fp>",[238,239],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},"2023-12-21T11:30:00Z","2023-12-21T11:30:20Z",{"id":243,"slug":244,"title":245,"description":246,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":247,"bannerImage":131,"body":248,"agentsBottomLine":249,"bodyImage":131,"isInfographic":138,"categories":250,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":253,"updatedAt":254},15736,"the-risks-of-selling-your-house-on-your-own","The Risks of Selling Your House on Your Own","\u003Cp>Are you thinking about selling your house as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO)?\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20231018\u002F20231019-The-Risks-of-Selling-Your-House-on-Your-Own.png","\u003Cp>Are you thinking about selling your house as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO)? If so, know there's a whole lot more time and expertise needed in that process than you might think. While the idea of doing it all by yourself might seem tempting, it's important to recognize the challenges you may face if you take it on all by yourself. As a recent article from \u003Cem>Bankrate\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bankrate.com\u002Freal-estate\u002Fsell-house-by-owner-in-california\u002F#pros-v-cons\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Choosing the right price, crafting a compelling listing, marketing to potential buyers, coordinating showings, preparing paperwork: All of these are tasks that, in the absence of a real estate agent, you will have to do yourself.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>Here’s a bit more information on just a few of those things and how you may miss out if you don’t use an agent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>You May Not Price it Right\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F07\u002F31\u002Fpricing-your-house-right-still-matters-today\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Pricing\u003C\u002Fa> your house right is key to a successful sale. \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F10\u002F09\u002Fkey-skills-you-need-your-listing-agent-to-have\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Real estate\u003C\u002Fa> agents have experience navigating this housing market and understand the art of pricing a home to sell today. Unfortunately, homeowners who sell on their own often lack this all-important experience. That can lead to two common consequences: overpricing or underpricing the house.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>An article from\u003Cem> Nerd Wallet \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nerdwallet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmortgages\u002Fprice-home-sell\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">offers\u003C\u002Fa> this advice:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>If your home is overpriced, you run the risk of buyers not seeing the listing. . . . But price your house too low and you could end up leaving some serious money on the table.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem> A bargain-basement price could also turn some buyers away, as they may wonder if there are any underlying problems with the house.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>Don’t run this risk. Instead, partner with an agent to make sure your house is priced at current market value, so it catches the eyes of eager buyers. This will put your house in a position to make the best first impression possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>You Don’t Have as Much Experience in Marketing a House \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>In this digital age, online marketing has become a real game-changer, especially when it comes to selling your house. A recent report from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR), \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002Fdocuments\u002F2023-home-buyers-and-sellers-generational-trends-report-03-28-2023.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Among all generations of home buyers, \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>the first step taken in the home search process was to look online for properties\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>When you partner with a \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F08\u002F23\u002Fwhy-you-need-a-true-expert-in-todays-housing-market\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">real estate agent\u003C\u002Fa> who knows how to take advantage of online marketing tools and resources, you'll be able to get in front of these tech-savvy house hunters, boosting your chances of a successful sale. But, if you're attempting to sell your house on your own, you might find yourself missing out on the full power of online and social media strategies.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>You May Not Be Comfortable Handling All the Back-and-Forth\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>When you decide to sell your house, you're not just on a quest to find a buyer; you're also stepping into a world of negotiations. You’ll have to coordinate with a bunch of people, including the buyer, the buyer’s agent, the inspection company, the appraiser, and more. It's a dance where every move counts, and the expertise of a real estate agent can make a world of difference in keeping these negotiations on track and sealing the deal.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>As \u003Cem>NerdWallet\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nerdwallet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmortgages\u002Fwhat-does-a-real-estate-agent-do\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">says\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Your listing agent will also, of course, be on your side throughout negotiations. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>They'll double-check paperwork that comes through, communicate with the buyer's agent and other parties to the sale, and generally stay on top of things through to closing day\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>","\u003Cp>If you're thinking about selling your house and the idea of going it alone has crossed your mind, be sure to think through that decision carefully. Let's connect to discuss how a real estate agent has the experience needed to take all that stress off your plate.\u003C\u002Fp>",[251,252],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},"2023-10-19T10:30:00Z","2023-10-19T10:30:29Z",{"id":256,"slug":257,"title":258,"description":259,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":260,"bannerImage":131,"body":261,"agentsBottomLine":262,"bodyImage":263,"isInfographic":207,"categories":264,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":268,"updatedAt":269},15337,"key-reasons-to-use-a-real-estate-agent-when-you-sell-infographic","Key Reasons To Use a Real Estate Agent When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]","\u003Cp>An agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales process.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20230629\u002FKey-Reasons-To-Use-a-Real-Estate-Agent-When-You-Sell-KCM.png","\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20230629\u002FKey-Reasons-To-Use-a-Real-Estate-Agent-When-You-Sell-MEM.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20230629\u002FKey-Reasons-To-Use-a-Real-Estate-Agent-When-You-Sell-MEM.png\">\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>An agent is a really important part of \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F13\u002Fyour-needs-matter-more-than-todays-mortgage-rates\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">selling\u003C\u002Fa> your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales process.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>They’ll explain what’s happening today, what that means for you, and how to price and market your house. They’re also skilled negotiators and well versed in the contracts and disclosures involved.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Let’s connect to ensure you have an expert helping you \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F26\u002Fmoving-now-can-give-your-house-its-day-in-the-sun-infographic\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">sell\u003C\u002Fa> your house successfully.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20230629\u002FKey-Reasons-To-Use-a-Real-Estate-Agent-When-You-Sell-MEM.png",[265,266,267],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":21,"name":22,"slug":23},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},"2023-06-30T10:30:00Z","2023-06-30T10:30:04Z",{"id":271,"slug":272,"title":273,"description":274,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":275,"bannerImage":131,"body":276,"agentsBottomLine":277,"bodyImage":131,"isInfographic":138,"categories":278,"isVideo":138,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":281,"updatedAt":282},15310,"the-true-cost-of-selling-your-house-on-your-own","The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\">Selling your house is no simple task.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20230621\u002F20230626-the-true-cost-of-selling-your-house-on-your-own.jpg","\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F11\u002Fthe-best-time-to-sell-your-house-is-when-others-arent-selling\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">Selling your house\u003C\u002Fa> is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your house on your own, here’s what you should know.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The most recent \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002Fdocuments\u002F2022-highlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers-report-11-03-2022_0.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">\u003Cem>Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fa> from the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) surveyed homeowners who’d recently sold their own homes and asked what difficulties they faced. Those \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F25\u002Fthe-benefits-of-selling-now-according-to-experts\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">sellers\u003C\u002Fa> say some of the greatest challenges were prepping their home for sale, pricing it right, and properly managing the required paperwork, just to name a few.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>When it comes to selling your most \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F06\u002Freal-estate-is-still-considered-the-best-long-term-investment-1\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">valuable asset\u003C\u002Fa>, consider the invaluable support that a real estate agent can provide. By partnering with an agent, you can navigate the complexities of the selling process with confidence. Here are just a few of the many ways an agent is essential to your home sale:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>1. Marketing and Exposure\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Effective marketing is a key piece of attracting \u003Cstrong>qualified buyers\u003C\u002Fstrong> to your property. Real estate agents have access to various marketing tools and platforms, including MLS listings, professional photography, virtual tours, and extensive professional networks. They can create a compelling listing that highlights your home's best features and reaches a wider audience.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>If you sell on your own, you may struggle to match the reach of agents, resulting in limited exposure and, ultimately, fewer potential buyers.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>2. Managing Liability and Legal Considerations\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Today, more disclosures and regulations are mandatory when selling a house. And all that paperwork and all the legal aspects of selling a home can be a lot to manage. Selling a house without professional guidance exposes homeowners to potential liability risks and legal complications.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Real estate agents are well-versed in the contracts, disclosures, and regulations necessary during a sale. Their expertise helps minimize the risk of errors or omissions that could lead to legal disputes or delays.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>3. Negotiations and Contracts\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Negotiating the terms of a home sale can be challenging, especially when emotions are involved. You may find it overwhelming to navigate these negotiations alone. Without an agent, you assume this responsibility on your own. This means you’ll have full accountability for working and negotiating with:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The buyer\u003C\u002Fstrong>, who wants the best deal possible.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The buyer’s agent\u003C\u002Fstrong>, who will use their expertise to advocate for the buyer.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The home inspection company\u003C\u002Fstrong>, who works for the buyer.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The home appraiser\u003C\u002Fstrong>, who assesses the property’s value to protect the lender.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>Rather than going toe-to-toe with all these parties alone, lean on an expert. Real estate agents act as intermediaries, skillfully negotiating on your behalf and ensuring that your best interests are protected. They have experience in handling tough negotiations, counteroffers, and contingencies. When you sell your house yourself, you’ll need to be prepared to manage these vendors on your own.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>4. Pricing and Housing Market Knowledge\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Determining the right asking \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F12\u002Fare-home-prices-going-up-or-down-that-depends\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">price\u003C\u002Fa> for your property is crucial. It requires in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market, including recent sales data, neighborhood trends, and the current demand for properties. Real estate agents have access to comprehensive \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F05\u002F16\u002Fthe-worst-home-price-declines-are-behind-us\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">market data\u003C\u002Fa> and the expertise to analyze it accurately.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>When you sell your house on your own without this comprehensive information, you risk overpricing or underpricing your home. This can result in an extended time on the market and also the risk of leaving money on the table - which decreases your future buying power. An agent is a key piece of the \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F05\u002Foops-home-prices-didnt-crash-after-all\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(5, 99, 193);\">pricing\u003C\u002Fa> puzzle.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>While selling a home on your own might seem appealing at first, the challenges that come with it can quickly become overwhelming. The expertise that a real estate agent brings to the table is vital for a successful sale. Instead of tackling it alone, let’s connect to make sure you have an expert on your side.\u003C\u002Fp>",[279,280],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":45,"name":46,"slug":47},"2023-06-26T10:30:00Z","2023-06-26T10:30:35Z",77]