"You can get rid of the broker, but you cannot get rid of the broker's work" is an old caution for those who intend to offer their homes "For Sale By Owner" (FSBO). Selling on your own is not an easy undertaking, requiring significant time to study the process, understand your obligations, and do the complicated work of a real estate agent. In addition, selling on your own normally requires extra help from outside professionals, such as realtors, accountants or attorneys for some of the jobs that require specific expertise.

Hiring a Realtor will minimize the risk to you, as a Seller in concluding what is likely one of the most significant financial transactions of your life. Let a Realtor do the work and you can enjoy the benefits.

There are many important reasons to use a Realtor to sell your home. Realtors manage the selling process from beginning to end, including:

1. Performing a comparative market analysis to ensure your home is listed at the highest possible market value.
2. Sharing information on your home through the Multiple Listing Service.
3. Advertising your home through mailings, signage, and print ads.
4. Fielding and following-up on phone calls.
5. Qualifying potential buyers to ensure they are financially capable of buying your home.
6. Assisting in sales contact negotiations.
7. Alerting you to potential risks.
8. Complying with disclosures required by law.
9. Providing estimates of closing costs you will incur.
10. Helping prepare for a smooth transaction closing.