5 Reasons Why You Still Need a Real Estate Agent

With the rise of the Internet came the popularity of online real estate websites. You may be thinking why do we need real estate agents when you can buy and sell your homes online. Yes, it is true that you can do these things, but there are several reasons why you shouldn’t. Devine & Associates is here to tell you 5 reasons why you still need a real estate agent:

1. They are an expert in their field.

The real estate world has its own language and your REALTOR is trained to understand it. You may be looking for a specific home, but don’t know the lingo to search for it online. Buying and selling homes also require filling out tons of forms, reports, disclosures and other technical documents. Your real estate agents can help you fill those out and avoid delays on buying or selling your home.

2. They know the market.

Although online real estate websites can show you a lot of the homes in the area that you want, your REALTOR has the inside knowledge. Real estate agents know about homes before they even hit the MLS. You may find the perfect neighborhood, but the homes are out of your price range. Your real estate agent can help you find that hidden gem that you may have overlooked in that same area.

3. They can help you negotiate.

Negotiating is tough, especially when it involves property. You may have found the perfect home, but it requires a lot of updating that you will have to pay for outside the transaction. Your real estate agent can be the messenger for you and express your concerns without insulting the current owner. The seller can turn down an offer for whatever reason. Your real estate agent can help you navigate through tough waters.

4. Contracts can be difficult.

The offer to purchase contract is designed to protect you and ensure that you can back out if certain conditions are not met. Your real estate agent can help you with designing this contract and make sure no elements are left out. They deal with these types of contracts on a daily basis and know what can be left out and what needs to be included.

5. They know how to sell a home.

People expect professional pictures and videos to accompany a listing. A real estate agent will handle the necessities of putting together a listing, staging your home and marketing it across multiple channels. They can also screen candidates before you spend the time getting your home show ready.

Have Devine & Associates Help You!

Buying and selling homes can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be with the best real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks. Devine & Associates can help you from the moment you decide to buy a new house or sell your current one to the closing process. If you are thinking of buying or selling property, call the Lake of the Ozarks’ best real estate professional at 573-392-9900. 

Devine & Associates Real Estate

Where Your Best Interests and Our Best Efforts Meet!

(573) 392-9900
203 E. 10th St., Eldon, MO 65026

(573) 207-8407
213 N. Main St., Laurie, MO 65037
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