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Deciding to sell through an agent vs selling your house privately

We help you weigh up the options

7 February 2024

Gill South
AI

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Deciding between a private sale and using a real estate agent is a major choice for homeowners. Selling privately can save on commission but demands a significant time commitment and places all marketing, negotiation, and legal risk on you.

Using a professional agent offers key advantages:

- Deep market knowledge

- Marketing expertise with modern digital tools

- Legal and compliance guidance

- Saving you considerable time and stress

A good agent can often secure a higher sale price, justifying their fee.

Market knowledge

Marketing expertise

Legal and compliance expertise

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Authors

Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist

Josh Phegan Josh Phegan
Real Estate Speaker, Trainer & Coach