Why should I use a local real estate agent?

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Buying or selling a property can become a complex transaction without the right expertise and knowledge - this is where the professional services delivered by a knowledgeable real estate agent becomes invaluable.

Here are the reasons why you should use a real estate agent:

They have local property market knowledge
They can take care of complicated paperwork
They can use their knowledge to help you price your property correctly
They can take care of marketing a property on all the right platforms - which can be expensive for private sellers
They have a network of buyers and sellers that they could market to directly
Agents have to be registered with the Estate Agency Affairs Board which means that they have to be honest and transparent throughout the transaction - this means they have to be upfront about any issues with the property, put their client's needs first and be honest in the advertising of the property
They can negotiate reductions or repairs to help close a deal
Agents know the law and can help you avoid costly mistakes
They can help you get a home loan.

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