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Selling your real estate: advantages and disadvantages of going through an agency

Selling your real estate: advantages and disadvantages of going through an agency

Apr 6, 2021

6 minutes

When deciding to sell one's property after a rental investment, two options emerge: going through an agency or handling it oneself to save money. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, so how to make a choice?

The advantages of going through a real estate agency

A real estate sale is a long and complex process; being accompanied by professionals can therefore prove to be a wise choice to avoid sometimes costly mistakes.

Selling your property at the best price

The estimation is a key moment for any seller of property. Going through an agency will allow you to estimate your property at the fairest price. Many owners make the mistake of overestimating their property, burning it in the eyes of the market: the longer your property is visible to buyers, the more they will feel that you are unable to sell it and will thus be tempted to negotiate downwards. By estimating it at the right price, you can therefore sell your property for more because you will sell it faster.

Benefiting from maximum visibility

Entrusting your property to an agency ensures maximum visibility for your property so that it sells quickly. Agencies have a wide network, distribute their listings on a multitude of sites, and above all, have a portfolio of buyers at their disposal.

Gaining time, a lot of time

By taking care of all the procedures, an agency ensures a significant time savings. Taking photos, writing a listing, answering candidates' questions… all these steps take time, especially when one is not used to it. Moreover, selling your property alone means risking wasting your time with unmotivated candidates, whose purchasing project is not yet fully defined. An agency guarantees that you won't waste your time with visits that lead nowhere, as an agency takes the time to ensure that candidates have the necessary financing for the property they are visiting.

Securing the sale

A sale is a complex process that can sometimes discourage buyers if they feel lost. By going through an agency, you ensure that potential buyers will be assisted. They will therefore be less likely to not follow through with the sale.