Hire a Professional Real Estate Agent

• Pays for all marketing and advertising costs.
• Adds experience and expertise in all aspects of the sales process including marketing, financing, negotiations and more.
  
• Handles all showings.
• Brings a network of known, trusted real estate professionals. If your agent doesn't have the answer, he or she likely knows someone who does.
• Always has your interests in mind so you always have someone on your side.
• Can handle and advise on all price and contract negotiations.
• Provides you with all the possible options and opportunities without holding back.
• Gives an unbiased, realistic view of your home and your options. Unlike buyers and sellers, an agent has no emotional attachment to property.
• Has the knowledge to help you ask the right questions.
• Being a third party, potential buyers are more likely to tell your agent the truth about your home, even if it is unflattering. This objective viewpoint will help you make the necessary changes to get your home sold.
• Your time is valuable. A real estate agent allows you to spend your time how you want.

Some Tips from Experienced Professionals

Home Buying

10 Key Questions to Ask Before You Buy
100 Best Towns to Raise a Family
5 Things to Ask Before Making an Offer on a Condo
6 Reasons to Get a Move On in the Summer
Best Way to Buy Home That Needs Repairs
Buy a House for the Right Reasons
Choosing Your Ideal Neighborhood
Cut Your Closing Costs
From the Roof to the Floor, It's Always Wise to Determine Lifespan
How to Avoid 8 Costly Moving Mistakes
How to Find a Good Investment Property
Investing in Foreclosures
Key Factors to Consider Before Buying a Brand-New Home
Make your condo purchase a smart one
Moving with Pets
Pros and Cons of Buying Fixer-Upper Home
Rethinking your home search
Secrets to Making a Lowball Offer
The Dangers of Not Using a Home Inspector
The Most Common Home Defects and Solutions
Tips for First-time Buyers
Making an Attractive Home-Purchase Offer
What do School Test Scores Mean for the Value of Your Home?
When to Fire Your Mortgage Lender

Home Selling

11 Ways to Easily Boost Your Curb Appeal in a Weekend
Getting Your Home Ready for a Showing
Home Sellers Hit Roadblocks in Today's Market
How to Avoid Paying the Capital Gains Tax
How to Sell Your Starter Home
Increase Your Home’s Value through Energy Efficient Upgrades
Is it Time to Sell?
Open Houses '101'
Presale Inspections Can Give Sellers Advantage
Rethinking your home search
Setting the Stage for a Successful Sale
The Best Way to Sell Your Home Quickly
Warm Up an Empty House for Faster Sale
What's Your Sales Strategy?
Why Your Home Isn't Selling

Loans

All About Escrow Accounts
Everything You Need to Know About Mortgage Interest Rates
Four Reasons for Getting a Home Equity Loan
How Long Should Your Mortgage Be?
How to Finance a Remodel
How to Find the Best Loan for You
How Much Can You Afford to Borrow?
Is an Interest-only Loan for You?
Mortgage Glossary
Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid
Unique Plan to Save ARM Borrowers From Foreclosure
Shopping for the Best Mortgage
Should you Refinance your Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?
The Mortgage Checklist
The New 40-Year Mortgage
The Truth About Private Mortgage Insurance
Tips for Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
Unique Plan to Save ARM Borrowers From Foreclosure
When is Refinancing a Bad Idea?
When to Fire Your Mortgage Lender