WHY USE A
REALTOR®
WHO BUYS A HOME
SOURCES USED IN HOME SEARCH
HOW TO FIND A REALTOR®
88%70%38%
TOP 8
REASONS
TO USE A
REALTOR®
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buyers who
found a
REALTOR® from
friend or family
of buyers
interviewed only one
agent before they found
one to work with
of buyers
would use their
agent again
Buy for a desire
to own a home
24%
Were ;rst-time
home buyers
33%
Home buyers who
were married
65%
It pays to use a
REALTOR®
The typical For Sale By
Owner home sold for
$208,700 compared to
$235,000 for agent
assisted home sales.
Ethical treatment.
Every REALTOR® makes a commitment
to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics. They
are also required to complete a
refresher course every four years.
$235,000$208,700
USED YARD SIGNS
IN THEIR HOME SEARCH
OF BUYERS WHO USED
INTERNE T AS SOURCE
INFORMATION FROM THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 2014 PROFILE OF HOME BUYERS AND SELLERS
92%
Navigate a complicated process: A knowledgeable expert will help you prepare the best deal and avoid delays or mistakes.
Information and opinions: REALTORS® can provide local community information on utilities, zoning, schools, and more.
Help ;nding the best property: Sometimes it will take some investigation by your REALTOR® to ;nd all available properties.
Negotiating skills: There are many negotiating factors. Your agent can advise you as to what is recommended or required.
Property marketing power: A large share of real estate sales comes as the result of a practitioner’s contacts -not advertising.
Someone who speaks the language: If you don’t know a CMA from a PUD, you know why it’s important to work with a REALTOR®.
Experience: Laws and regulations change. REALTORS® handle several transactions each year. Having an expert on your side is critical.
Objective voice: Home buying and selling can be an emotional undertaking. Having an objective, third party helps you stay focused.
48%
98%