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August
29

Why For Sale By Owner Homes Don't Work
When it comes to selling your home in Augusta, our real estate agents know what it takes to get top dollar in the shortest amount of time. One of the most common misconceptions about selling a home is that For Sale by Owner properties are just as profitable as those sold by real estate agents. To help you make the most out of your investment, here's what you should know about why homes for sale by owner don't work. 

  • Proper Pricing 
    As a novice home seller, it can be hard to understand the complicated market and nuances that will ultimately determine the appropriate selling price for your home. Free online tools can give you a general estimation of the value of your home, but no substitute can compare to actual market knowledge.

    If you overprice your home, it could spend months on the market--even if you reduce the price later on. Underpricing your house could leave you with significantly less profit than you could have gained. A real estate expert can help determine an accurate home value based on market analysis and industry experience. 

  • To Spend or Not to Spend 
    As we all know, the curb appeal of your Augusta home can have an impact on the actual purchase price of your home. As an amateur seller, it may be difficult to determine the right amount of money to spend on the exterior. Without the help of a professional agent, it can be difficult to tell what works best when it comes to landscaping and exterior design that appeals to the broadest audience of potential buyers.

  • Complicated Compliance
    When it comes time to put ink to paper, you're going to have to know what you're doing. Closing on a home can involve a mountain of complicated paperwork that is a legally binding contract between buyer and seller. If you aren't experienced with contract law, you could be headed for trouble.

    By choosing to work with an experienced real estate agent, you can have added peace of mind knowing your closing paperwork is in order and in compliance with all requirements and regulations to cover any possible situation. You won't have to worry about the possibility of legal troubles from any paperwork that is non-compliant. 

Your Augusta Maine Real Estate Professionals

Sprague & Curtis Real Estate is your choide for Augusta, Maine real estate. We've earned our reputation and remain committed to providing unparalleled customer service to our clients. 

If you are looking for the best Augusta homes for sale or considering selling your home in Augusta, we would love to hear from you! Contact us today and discover the difference we can make! 

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