Seller agents: still key to your home sale

When you're selling your house, it can be tempting to do it privately. On the surface, it seems like a good idea to list without an agent and save on commission costs. However, this commission is well worth every cent. 

With the help of an experienced property practitioner, you can save time, money, and effort. Property practitioners see the process from start to finish, minimising risks and maximising profits on a sale. And, let's face it, how many successful private sales have you actually heard of? Be smart and enjoy the benefits of having expert real estate professionals on your side.

Get the best price

Property practitioners can ensure you get the most out of your sale. By doing a Comparative Market Analysis, they price your property accurately so sellers are quickly attracted to your listing. Multiple offers can even become bidding wars. A fair selling price also prevents the need to drop the price at a later stage, impacting the perception of your property.

Another way property practitioners assist is through home staging. They can offer advice on how to declutter and show off your home's best qualities in a way that will impress potential buyers.

Property practitioners also help boost profits with their negotiation skills. They know how to talk up your home's value. As a seller, you may be emotionally tied to the property; a property practitioner can market your property objectively and handle heated negotiations professionally. 

Find a buyer quickly

By listing your home privately, you are limited by the channels you use. Experienced property professionals, on the other hand, can tap into a vast network of potential buyers. They can even collaborate with other professionals to find a buyer. In some cases, you may even be able to sell your house without even marketing it.

When it comes to marketing, property practitioners can clinch a sale with the latest marketing strategies. From listing on multiple property portals and websites, using social media, writing captivating listings, to advertising with brochures, signage, and classifieds, they can get the job done. 

Free up your time

Property practitioners exist because selling homes is a full-time job. When you sell privately, you'll quickly see all the ways these property professionals save time and energy. They respond to buyer calls and messages, screen potential buyers, conduct home viewings, and manage the negotiation process. When you have your own work or family considerations, sparing time to deal with this can be arduous. Rather hire someone with the skills and time to do it for you. 

Navigate the sales process

The joy of selling your house and making money can be quickly overwhelmed by the sales process. It is a complicated process; there is paperwork filled with disclosures, specific clauses, and legal jargon that requires expert insight. For example, navigating fixtures when selling can become a contentious issue if not disclosed properly in an agreement of sale. Hiring a property practitioner can prevent any unforeseen complications from substandard paperwork or legally non-compliant processes.

Property practitioners also engage in regular training to keep on track with new laws and regulations. The recent introduction of the Property Practitioners Act, for instance, makes a mandatory disclosure form of defects now a requirement in the sales process.

Tap into a network of professionals

A property practitioner often comes armed with a network of contacts that are invaluable before, during, and after the sales process. At the start, they can recommend home inspectors who can pinpoint defects to rectify and professionals who can issue important compliance certificates for electrical work and pest control. They can even bring in a stylist to stage your home to boost its appeal. 

During the sales process, they can point you in the direction of a reputable conveyancer for transferring ownership from you to the buyer without any legal bumps and delays. They can also suggest good tradespeople in the area who can assist with maintenance or repairs before your house goes to market or to deal with any buyer requests. 

List your property today

It's a huge undertaking to sell your house, and doing so will be one of the biggest transactions of your life. A property practitioner is a must for getting the process done correctly, quickly, and profitably. Since 1986, Kellaprince Properties have helped sellers in Nelspruit enjoy a smooth sales process. List your property with us today.