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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 to sell your house privately or with an agent is a key decision. A private sale can save on commission fees but requires a significant time commitment and the risk of not negotiating the best price.

Using a real estate agent offers several advantages:

- Deep market knowledge to adapt to changing conditions.

- Marketing expertise with digital and social media tools.

- Legal and compliance guidance to reduce your risk.

A skilled agent saves you time and can secure a higher sale price.

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