It's interesting to see the experts come out and suggest that this is just a very simple profession that charges excessive commissions. Put on the hat, roll up the sleeves, get ready to handle the emotional baggage. Selling the home is the EZ part. Keeping it together is where the fun begins!
Most homesellers, if asked to sell it on their own without the help of an agent, will submit that they do not have the time, the knowledge, nor the avenue to produce a sale. Bottom line, what's their time value. Most home sellers would rather utilize an agent and pay the fee for services. The part that consumers should realize is that the fierce competition amongst agents will take care of the commission issue. Buyers in general, don't care because they know that they are not paying a commission, unless there are extinuating circumstances.
On this thread, there are a few who should stick to fsbo, as they have exhibited their know it all material. Even with an agent, they tend to forget about choices, other avenues that allow for access to multiple without paying "standard" fees that have been discussed. Perhaps these are the same folks that would rather unclog their own toilet as opposed to hiring the overpaid plumber. That's their choice and it's OK. As a plumber, I would rather let those folks handle their own s*it anyway and help those that genuinely appreciate the help.... |
