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Can I Fire My Real Estate Agent?

In Buyers by Doug Phelps

Sometimes it just doesn’t work out. Here’s how to say goodbye when you’re unhappy. You know how to break up with a romantic partner when it’s not working out. “It’s not you, it’s me,” you tell them. Or, “I’m not ready for a long-term commitment.” But how do you break off a professional relationship — like with a real estate …

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Should You Hire A Professional Real Estate Agent To Sell Your Home?

In Sellers by Doug Phelps

Can you sell your house without hiring a professional licensed Realtor®? The short answer is, yes.  But, why would you want to?  Here are 10 factors that a seller should consider to make the experience fast, easy, correct the first time, and at a reasonable success fee. Pricing. The most important step is pricing your house properly.  Professional agents don’t …

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Call Early When Needing to Sell

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Agents sometimes get calls that go something like this: CALLER: “Oh … I’m glad I caught you. I want to sell my house and need to have it on the market by this weekend.” AGENT: “Great! I’m so glad you want me to help you with your home sale. Are you aware that it’s Thursday…Thursday afternoon?” CALLER: “Yeah. Sorry for …