Compare Your Options!
Thinking Of Selling Your Spokane Area House Yourself Or Going With A Limited Service Agent?
I’m Emily Silcock with Emily Silcock Real Estate and I want you to be informed and confident about all of the selling options available to you! When you compare each one, you’ll see the benefits and drawbacks. I want to help you reach goals easily, and with peace of mind that you’re in good hands. Dive into the information below and learn the differences between hiring Emily Silcock Real Estate, using a cut-rate limited service agent, FSBO, or going with an iBuyer.
 | For Sale By Owner | Discount Realtor | iBuyer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time To Sell: | Less than the local average Days On Market. My goal is to get you not only the best sales price but also get you to the closing table as quickly as possible. This is possible because of my marketing plan and knowledge of the local market. | Depends on your ability and the time you have to negotiate. | Depends on the level of package selected and the experience of the assigned agent. | Can be fast but at a heavily discounted price. |
| Typical Sales Price: | My ultimate goal is to get the Listing Price or more. I’m an experienced negotiator in competitive markets. I will get you the best price and the best possible terms. | On average, homes sell for 26% LESS than Agent assisted home sales. | It depends on the experience of the assigned agent; most discount realtors are new to the industry so negotiation experience could be limited. | Typically below market value |
| Marketing Costs: | I go beyond just putting your property on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service). I will bring maximum exposure to your property with my cutting-edge marketing expertise and home preparation strategies. You pay $0. | Depends on your ability to market. At the end of the day, to get the best, most qualified buyer you have to bring as much visibility to the property as possible. This can get expensive, time-consuming, and overwhelming. And it becomes your expense out of pocket before selling the property. | Limited | No marketing; you’re selling directly to them. |
| Time Commitment From You: | None | 100%. You’re responsible for all the work from start to finish. | Varies. Discount realtors/brokers offer many different packages. The less expensive they are, the more you have to take on. | None |
| Fees / Commissions: | You only pay a commission when I sell your house. | Flat fee or 2% | None | Typically 5% |
| Legal / Contract / Advice: | As a licensed real estate agent, I’m held to a high standard to know the legal ins and outs of a home sale. If you need advice outside of my expertise, I can refer you to legal experts who can help! | You are responsible for all contracts, escrow, and legal details. You must ensure the closing happens correctly and legally. | Typically handled by the assigned realtor. | None |
* 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, National Association of REALTORS®)
** Both the Northwestern and the Stanford studies mentioned in the Money section confirm just that: “The use of a broker does lead to an accelerated sale. In that respect, brokers appear to add value,” the Stanford researchers declared. The Northwestern study found that it takes on average 20 days longer to sell a house on a FSBO site versus the MLS or an agent.
At the end of the day, I always advise my clients to put a value on the time and energy that it will take to sell a local Spokane, WA house yourself. If it takes you 30 hours of your time (at minimum) and you value your time, that alone is thousands of dollars in real value, not to mention the lost time. I believe it’s important to work with an expert, someone trained to make your home sale go smoothly and stress-free.
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Work With Emily Silcock Real Estate For A Hassle-Free Home Sale
Consider these three important factors when selling your Spokane WA house. I’m here to help you have a successful home sale, no matter what!
- The true costs: Often times people look at the commissions for an agent as a necessary evil to sell your home. But, when you partner with the right Spokane real estate agents, that agent is the expert in your corner to protect your best interests. If a property takes longer to sell, a buyer backs out, or you make a mistake in the contract, it could cost you a lot of money in the end.
- Your time commitment: Do you want to be (and have the time to be) heavily involved in all aspects of selling the house? When you try to sell your house ourself, you have to deal with marketing, taking calls from buyers, showing the house, doing your own open house, putting signs outside, setting up escrow, and more! Instead, let me do all of this for you!
- The “experience factor”: With every transaction, there’s always a chance for hangups that can throw your closing off or cost you thousands. I help you avoid those issues and deal with them for you.
Ready To Get The Process Started With Emily Silcock Real Estate? Give Us A Call At (509) 557-0654 Or Get A FREE Home Valuation Report!
Sources:
* 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, National Association of REALTORS®)
** Both the Northwestern and the Stanford studies mentioned in the Money section confirm just that: “The use of a broker does lead to an accelerated sale. In that respect, brokers appear to add value,” the Stanford researchers declared. The Northwestern study found that it takes on average 20 days longer to sell a house on a FSBO site versus the MLS or an agent.
