Three Reasons Why You Should Hire A Real Estate Agent

4/11/2017

Many people assume that skipping out on hiring a real estate agent to help them buy or sell a home will save them money. Others prefer to negotiate directly with a buyer or seller, and still others think real estate agents are working solely for their own gain.

What these people don't know is that real estate agents rely on referrals for their work, so doing what's best for their clients is much more important than a specific home price or commission. A happy client will refer their friends to the wonderful real estate agent they worked with, and that's how agents get most of their business.

Negotiating with a buyer or seller on your own may seem simple, but buying or selling a home is a big deal and emotions can run high during the process. A real estate agent acts as the middle man, saving you time and money in the process.

Three Reasons Why You Should Hire a Real Estate Agent

Their Expertise

Real estate agents are trained and have experience in the process of buying and selling real estate. Sure, you could look up information about the process online, but an agent is educated and spends their days immersed in the real estate world. They know the local area and even have access to listings the average buyer can't obtain.

Another thing real estate agents have access to? The most up-to-date information about recent sales of competing listings and comparable homes in the area. If you're selling your home, this is helpful because an agent can help you set the price so you aren't cheating yourself out of money or wasting your time with a price that is too high for the area.

Their Negotiation Skills

Real estate agents act as the go-to between buyers and sellers. If you're buying a house, you may have concerns you need addressed before you decide to put in an offer. Your agent acts as the neutral party in the buying process so your concerns can be conveyed to the sellers without causing contempt and the best price can be negotiated for you.

If you're selling your home, an agent is available to give objective advice about showing the home's strengths to buyers', negotiating without emotion, and completing all the steps needed to close the deal.

To Save Time and Money

Real estate agents do a bit of everything, from making appointments to see homes, getting in touch with sellers' agents, finding homes that meet your needs, helping you set a price for the sale of your home, negotiating, giving unbiased advice, researching the local market, and drawing up all the paperwork that goes along with the sale and purchase of a property.

On top of all that, a good agent helps you avoid costly mistakes in the home buying and selling process and assists you in getting the best deal. With an agent doing all of that work, you're saving time and money.

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84 Comments

Jen Pack link

8/25/2017 06:13:02 pm

My husband just got a new job in a different part of the state, so we need to find a new home. It's interesting how you point out that real estate agent act as the go-to between buyers and sellers. Since my husband is really busy with his new job and commuting back and forth, it would be nice to have someone like that to take care of all the details so we're not as stressed. We'll be sure to look for someone like this!

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8/26/2017 07:29:51 am

Hi Jen,

Thank you for your comment! We're glad to hear our blog post provided useful information to you for your upcoming move. We wish you the best of luck!

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7/12/2022 08:00:51 am

Real estate agents are extremely knowledgeable about their communities! We wish you and your husband the best of luck in your search for a great real estate agent when you move next year!

Kenneth Gladman link

8/31/2017 03:15:24 pm

Personally, I have never been one to argue or negotiate very well. When I start looking for home, an agent that has good negotiation skills is going to be key for me. I am glad that you mentioned that they work as a neutral party with your best interests in mind.

9/11/2017 03:20:30 pm

Hi Kenneth,

Thank you for your comment! We agree that an agent with good negotiation skills is very important when purchasing a home! It's true, your agent will absolutely have your best interests in mind!

Finley Moreira link

9/8/2017 10:23:57 am

I'm looking to buy a home, and I've been on the fence about getting a real estate agent involved. I noticed in the article that you mentioned a real estate agent can handle the negotiating for me during the buying process to help ensure that I get the best price possible. Negotiation intimidates me, so maybe hiring an agent for this purpose would prove to be money well-spent in my situation.

9/11/2017 03:19:04 pm

Hi Finley,

Thank you for your comment! We wish you the best of luck in purchasing a home. Yes, a real estate agent is the go-between for the buyer and seller for negotiating is if makes the process easier for you, and ensure the best deal! We hope this article inspired you to hire an agent or at least helped you make a decision!

Cameron Bennett link

12/1/2017 12:01:06 pm

I like that you mention that hiring a real estate agent is a good option because they know the local area well. They can help you with the ins and outs when it comes to buying or selling a home. My husband and I are moving next year, and it's important to us that we hire someone who we can trust and rely on.

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12/7/2017 06:28:26 pm

Real estate agents really do know their local areas! We wish you and your husband the best of luck in finding a great agent when you move next year!

Earnest Watkins link

4/5/2018 10:51:50 am

My wife and I are thinking of hiring a real estate agent, so I appreciated the tips you gave. I didn't realize that hiring an agent could actually help save me time and money since they handle appointments and paperwork for me. This definitely makes me feel better about wanting to use a real estate agent to sell my home.

4/6/2018 09:19:56 am

Hi Earnest,

We are so glad to hear you appreciated our tips in this blog post! We wish you and your wife the best of luck in your search for a real estate agent and as you sell your home. Please let us know if there is any way we can help!

Aleshire Mueller link

5/18/2018 09:48:14 pm

I do like how you pointed out that one of the importance of hiring a real estate agent is that they have experience and expertise that allowed the to know the ins and outs of homebuying. That is the reason why I want mom to hire a real estate agent. We know nothing about buying a house, so we need someone who does to ensure we do not make a mistake.

5/22/2018 07:46:27 pm

Thanks for your comment, Aleshire! We hope your mom is able to hire a great agent who can help her with their expertise and experience! That's what agents are there for and do each and every day!

Ellie Davis link

6/11/2018 09:44:19 pm

Thank you for pointing out that your real estate agent can act as a third party in resolving issues. My husband and I are wanting to buy our first home and I think we should hire a real estate agent to help us with the process. Hopefully, we can find someone we work well with that can find us our dream home.

6/12/2018 06:21:44 pm

Hi Ellie,

Thanks for your comment! One of the best aspects of hiring an agent is the fact that they act as a third party in resolving any issues that may pop up in the home buying process! We highly recommend hiring an agent and wish you the best of luck in your house hunting!

Joy Butler link

7/5/2018 03:31:30 am

I'm grateful for your advice about getting the services of a real estate agent. My cousin is so eager to sell her old farmhouse. She needs the money from it so she can buy a new one once she transfers work in the next city. I told her to seek a professional assistance about it.

7/5/2018 05:28:51 pm

Hi Joy,

Thanks for your comment! We're glad to hear you liked our advice about hiring a real estate agent. We hope all goes well with your cousin!

Michael Griffith

8/4/2018 09:04:18 am

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8/14/2018 12:33:51 pm

Thank you for your input and comment, Michael!

Mark Murphy link

8/10/2018 02:39:39 pm

I really like your tip to try and find a realtor who knows a lot of information about recent sales of similar houses in the area. My wife and I are thinking of getting a new house to fit our growing family, and we are concerned that we won't be able to find a house for a reasonable price. I will be sure to tell my wife that we should look for a realtor that knows the prices in the area!

8/14/2018 12:35:12 pm

Hi Mark,

Thanks! We hope you and your wife will be able to find a realtor that knows the area and prices in that area well! Let us know if we can be of assistance to you!

Raymond Cooper link

9/5/2018 12:32:07 pm

I don't have any home buying experience, so I've contemplated hiring a real estate agent to help me out. Knowing that an agent can be my liaison between myself and a seller definitely is something that I would really benefit from. Is it safe to assume I'd likely get a better deal on a home thanks to an agent's negotiation skills?

9/21/2018 11:04:52 am

Hi Raymond,

Thank you for your comment. We definitely think you would benefit from hiring a real estate agent! We also agree that you would likely get a better deal on a home thanks to an agent's negotiation skills. Please let us know if we can answer any other questions for you!

Amy Winters link

9/6/2018 12:47:37 pm

Thanks for pointing out that a real estate agent will be valuable if you're selling a home because of their ability to objectively showcase the home's strengths. My husband and I are going to move closer to his workplace, and we've been trying to decide if we should hire a real estate agent to help us sell our current home. Being able to show the home's strengths without bias seems like a great reason to work with a real estate agent!

9/21/2018 11:06:39 am

Hi Amy,

Thank you for your comment! We agree and hope all goes well with the selling of your home and your move! Please let us know if we can answer any questions or be of assistance to you!

Rosie Beckett link

9/25/2018 02:15:51 pm

My parents recently retired and they are planning to sell their home and move to a smaller place, so I am glad that I found this article because they are thinking about hiring a real estate agent. I had no idea that there are so many advantages like the fact that they will have negotiation skills to get my parents a fair price for their home. Also, the fact that it will save my parents a lot of time is a huge benefit because this way they can focus on relaxing and enjoying their retirement.

Gerty Gift link

10/26/2018 02:12:51 pm

I liked what you said about the agent helping you to set a price that fits for the area. My husband and I are thinking about moving, but we don't know anything about selling a house. We'll be sure to ask about this because we're sure we would set the price too high and have our house sitting on the market for a while.

Sherry Gajos link

11/1/2018 12:28:26 pm

I loved what you said about how you should hire a real estate agent because they are trained and have experience with the process of buying and selling homes. My husband and I are about to buy our first house and are debating on hiring an agent to help us out with the whole process. Thank you so much for the information about how agents are educated in real estate and know the local area well.

Taylor Anderson link

11/5/2018 10:21:54 am

One of my friends is thinking of buying a home, so he may need a real estate agent to help him out. It was helpful when you mentioned that hiring a real estate agent could help him convey concerns to sellers without causing misunderstandings. What are some important qualities one should look for when hiring a real estate agent?

Gary Puntman link

11/7/2018 10:08:32 am

I agree that a trained real estate agent will be able to be a neutral party for you during the buying or selling process. They will be able to negotiate for you in an effective way so that you don't have to. One of the biggest things you will always want to look for in a real estate agent is their ability to negotiate without emotion, like you said.

Dave Anderson link

11/30/2018 04:09:52 pm

Something that I like about real estate agents that you mentioned is that they can negotiate without emotion. That would be really nice to have since I am not good at negotiating. Soon I am planning on selling my home so I should hire a real estate agent to help me get a good price on it.

Thomas Jameson link

6/21/2019 02:08:39 pm

It's good to know that real estate agents can help you to negotiate the price of your house without causing contempt. My wife and I are looking into buying a new house, but I have a tendency to get a little too competitive when negotiating. We'll be looking further into our options for real estate agents so that I don't have to get directly involved with any negotiations.

Shayla Cademis link

7/23/2019 01:07:22 pm

I never realized that real estate agents make appointments to see homes, get in touch with sellers' agents, find homes to fit my needs, negotiate prices, and help research local markets. My husband and I are thinking about starting the process of purchasing our first home next month. We need room for our growing family, but we never realized how much went into buying a home. Hopefully we can find a great real estate agent nearby!

Derek McDoogle link

9/19/2019 10:32:45 am

My sister wants to buy a house and she is looking for homes for sale in different areas but she has not found one yet. I like how you said that the most up-to-date information about recent sales of competing listings and comparable homes in the area. I will definitely tell her to contact a realtor so that she can find the house she wants.

10/9/2019 10:07:42 am

It's interesting to know that real estate agents act as the go-to between buyers and sellers. My mother is thinking about buying a house near my sister's, and we are looking for advice to help her. I will let her know about the benefits of hiring a real estate agent to help her find the best house available.

Wade Joel link

2/27/2020 10:28:09 am

My wife and I are thinking about buying our first house, and we are looking for advice about what to do. I liked that you mentioned hiring a real estate agent will help you through the negotiation part of buying a house. I will let her know about the benefits of hiring a real estate agent to help us.

ellie davis link

7/13/2020 06:48:42 pm

I liked that you mentioned a real estate agent will help you negotiate a better deal when looking for a new house. My husband and I are thinking about buying a new house, and we are looking for advice. I will let him know about your recommendations to choose the right real estate agent to help us.

rachel frampton link

10/12/2020 11:42:57 pm

My dad is planning to buy a residential house this coming month, which is why he's currently looking for an agent that may help him out. Well, you're right that this type of professional is knowledgeable about home prices and local areas. I also agree with you that agents are keen on negotiating and completing all the steps in closing the deal.

Taylor Hicken link

12/4/2020 01:35:26 am

You made a good point when you shared that a real estate agent has the right skill and ability to help you in the process of buying a property. My uncle just mentioned the other day that he is planning to buy a new house since he has always wanted to have a nice apartment where he can do his works peacefully without being disturbed by other people. I will suggest to him hiring a real estate agent who can help him acquiring the right apartment for him.

Eli Richardson link

12/22/2020 11:55:43 am

It's great that you elaborated on how a real estate consultant has the negotiation skills that are needed when buying a property. We've been thinking about buying a house, and while we've been looking at some options, I don't think we have found the right one yet. I think with the help of a professional, the process will become easier. I appreciate your advice on how with the help of an agent, the best deal for both parties can be reached.

Chris Pederson link

12/30/2020 02:06:20 pm

I have never bought a house before. I', glad that we agree that it is a big deal full of emotions. I'm going to look for an agent that can help me out.

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2/1/2021 01:26:39 pm

It's cool that you mention that a real estate agent can negotiate with the seller on your behalf when you are buying a home. I want to purchase my first house this year, so I'm considering hiring a real estate agent. I'm going to see if there's a good real estate agent in the area that I can hire.

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2/2/2021 05:01:24 am

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2/5/2021 01:37:38 pm

It's valuable that you highlight the fact that a real estate agent can negotiate with the buyer on your behalf when you are selling your home. I'd like to put my home on the market in the near future, so I'm considering hiring a real estate agent. I'm going to see if there's a good real estate agent in the area that I can hire.

2/8/2021 11:16:59 am

It really helped when you said a real estate agent has the proper negotiation skills to get the best deal for you. My wife and I want to start looking for a house to start our family. We're not sure where to start looking, and we're currently busy with work, so we thought getting the help of a professional could be a better option for us. We're grateful for your information about how a realtor will make the process of buying a home easy for us.

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2/8/2021 11:43:39 am

It's interesting that you mention that a real estate agent can negotiate on your behalf when you are selling your home. I'd like to sell my house this year, so I'm considering engaging the services of a real estate agent. I'm going to search for a reputable real estate agent in my area that I can hire.

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2/10/2021 02:51:04 pm

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2/16/2021 06:40:44 am

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2/19/2021 03:31:56 pm

I'm glad you mentioned that real estate agents can handle all the paperwork to save us tons of time. My sister and her husband mentioned they're interested in looking at lakefront properties for sale this summer since they want a place to get away to regularly. I'll have to let them know why working with a real estate agent would be worth the cost for them!

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2/24/2021 02:32:33 pm

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2/24/2021 06:42:23 pm

My mom has been thinking about transferring her old home to her youngest because she hasn't bought a home yet. She doesn't understand how she needs to do it legally, so talking to a professional could be really useful. Thanks for explaining how they will have the right experience in real estate to save her a lot of time, and money.

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3/3/2021 02:46:07 pm

It makes sense that a real estate agent can help you convey any concerns that you have with a property in order to effectively negotiate its price. My wife and I have been interested in buying a waterfront home that is close to where we work, but we need to make sure that we can find some affordable property since we will need to add safety features to protect our newborn son. We'll find an agent that can help us communicate our needs.

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3/3/2021 03:25:16 pm

It's great that you point out that a real estate agent can negotiate on your behalf when you want to buy a house. I'm thinking about buying a luxury home this year, so using a real estate agent sounds like a good idea. I'm going to look for a good real estate agent in my area that I can use.

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3/4/2021 12:51:42 am

I do agree that when considering to hire a realtor to help with our property search, it is important for us to evaluate their negotiation skill. It makes sense for us to ensure the realtor is good at negotiating as it will ensure us that they know how to get the best deal. I will definitely remember to pay attention to their negotiating skill when I make my enquiries.

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3/15/2021 10:21:38 am

There's a piece of property that my wife and I really want to get, but we're not sure how to go through the process. It makes sense that getting a real estate agent would make this a lot easier for us! Having someone on our side who has lots of experience with this sort of thing would make things so much easier for us.

4/9/2021 02:59:35 pm

I have never bought a house so the only experience I have is what I watch on TV. Thanks for clearing up a few things like how a real estate agent is the middle-man between the sellers and buyers. I thought they just looked after the properties so thank you for helping me understand this.

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4/12/2021 06:37:49 am

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5/21/2021 03:54:59 pm

I like how you said that you should hire a real estate agent because of the experience they have. My husband and I want to buy a home. We will have to find a reliable real estate agent.

5/26/2021 08:58:53 am

I want to make sure that I get the right home for me. It makes sense that I would want to get a realtor to help out with this. They would have the experience necessary to get this done right.

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5/28/2021 06:39:32 am

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7/20/2021 02:06:05 pm

I like that you referred to real estate agents as a go-between between you and the buyer or seller. My wife and I tried to sell our home without a real estate agent for a while and it didn't go well. Once we hired an agent they came in and told us what to change in our home and they were then able to sell our house in 2 weeks.

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7/21/2021 10:58:34 am

The main reason I would hire a real estate agent is that they are immersed in the world of real estate. I could only learn so much from looking things up online. If I want a house before the Summer ends, then I think I need to find a real estate agent.

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7/28/2021 11:07:41 pm

I like that you pointed out that real estate agents would have up-to-date information about the recent sales in the area. I guess this would be helpful to know if we are getting the best deals in town. We have a limited budget, so we would really need to find the right house for us to not go beyond our budget which we have saved up for three years.

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7/30/2021 04:15:23 pm

It's awesome that you mention that a real estate agent can do the negotiating on your behalf when you want to buy a home. My wife and I want to buy a second house this year, so we're considering hiring a real estate agent to help us. I'm going to see if there's a good real estate agent in the area that can help us buy a home.

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8/3/2021 10:08:35 pm

Thanks for pointing out that real estate agents will have the most recent information about sales regarding homes in the market. I guess I should really hire an agent to help me out to decide on the best price for the house of my parents that I plan to sell this year. It's because I can't manage it anymore since I live in another state.

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8/6/2021 04:09:47 pm

I loved how you mentioned that real estate agents have experience in getting and selling homes. My husband and I recently decided that we want to look into moving into a new home in a couple of weeks, and we were wondering if we should look into hiring a real estate agent to help us. I really appreciate you helping me learn more about the benefits of working with a real estate agent.

9/3/2021 01:22:32 am

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9/17/2021 09:58:00 am

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2/20/2022 10:56:58 pm

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2/22/2022 09:00:57 pm

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3/1/2022 07:39:55 am

I love how you described that real estate agents have the power of knowing so much about the process of buying and selling. This is valuable when you are looking at a market with so much competition. In my opinion, there are some things we can do ourselves and some things we just can't. Real estate is so involved with information and know how, with a huge investment like that, a realtor is a must.

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3/21/2022 02:45:21 am

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3/29/2022 10:41:50 pm

I love that you talked about the importance of knowing the expertise of your service provider to know their power. My best friend told me that he planned to buy a new home with sufficient space for his desired backyard, and he asked if I had any idea what could be the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if we consult a real estate agent as they can help him search for the property that he wants.

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3/31/2022 03:49:34 am

I was captivated when you mentioned that real estate agents serve as a neutral party between buyers and sellers. My sister wants to buy a home for her growing family. I think she should hire a real estate agent with good negotiation skills to ensure she gets the best deal.

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6/20/2022 12:17:46 am

Negotiation skills sound extremely important for something as life-changing as a home. Having someone with me who can decide what it's really worth could be a great help so that my money goes to the right place. I'll ask around for any real estate experts that can help me when I begin home browsing.

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8/15/2022 05:17:41 pm

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3/10/2023 09:19:18 am

But buying or selling a home is a big deal and emotions can run high during the process. A real estate agent acts as the middle man, saving you time and money in the process. I’m so thankful for your helpful post!

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3/10/2023 10:05:41 am

Another thing real estate agents have access to The most up-to-date information about recent sales of competing listings and comparable homes in the area. If you're selling your home, Thank you for taking the time to write a great post!

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3/11/2023 01:21:34 pm

A happy client will refer their friends to the wonderful real estate agent they worked with, and that's how agents get most of their business. Thank you, amazing post!

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3/11/2023 02:51:12 pm

But an agent is educated and spends their days immersed in the real estate world. They know the local area and even have access to listings the average buyer can't obtain. Your great post!