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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 whether to sell your home privately or use a real estate agent involves weighing cost against expertise. A private sale can save on commission but requires a significant time commitment and carries the risk of poor negotiation and legal compliance issues.

An agent provides crucial benefits, including:

- Market knowledge for pricing and strategy

- Marketing expertise using digital tools

- Legal and compliance guidance to reduce your risk

Ultimately, a skilled agent can often secure a higher sale price, justifying their fee.

Market knowledge

Marketing expertise

Legal and compliance expertise

Time

Authors

Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist

Josh Phegan Josh Phegan
Real Estate Speaker, Trainer & Coach