4 Reasons Home Buyers and Sellers Need a REALTOR®

Louisiana REALTORS® • July 28, 2023

Every now and then we need an expert’s opinion, advice, and direction. Does your knee hurt after a basketball game? Go see a doctor. Car won’t start? Go see a mechanic. Looking to buy a house? Go see a REALTOR®. The first two scenarios play out that way more often than not, however all too often the third situation is handled in a different manner. Of course the inner workings of a knee or an engine can easily intimidate even the savviest person, but the inner workings of a real estate deal can be just as complex. The following four reasons explain why both home buyers and sellers need a REALTOR®.


The Power of Search

Google has put all of the information in the world at our fingertips. And while real estate listings are accessible online to anyone, REALTORS® have even more access. Not only can they easily acquire the most up-to-date listings, but they can also find properties that aren’t being advertised. REALTORS® are also going to be the experts in your search area, guiding you to find that perfect neighborhood.


REALTORS® Code of Ethics

What sets a REALTOR® apart from a real estate agent? The strict standards and code of ethics from the National Association of REALTORS®. These standards and codes mean that your REALTOR® will always act with your best interest in mind.


Skilled in Negotiation

There are a number of variables that go into the price and cost of both selling a home and purchasing one. Between bidding wars and competition, negotiations can be intense. Luckily a REALTOR® is a savvy negotiator with both the experience and knowledge to deliver the best option to you. Acting without this valuable resource could cost you thousands.


Industry Expertise

The real estate world is full of acronyms and jargon that can make your head spin. This unique language, coupled with the forms and documents required can make buying or selling an overwhelming task. Thankfully REALTORS® understand what needs to be done, how to communicate it, and most importantly can prepare the best deal for you while avoid costly delays and mistakes.


While these are only a few of the reasons any home buyer or seller should leverage the power and expertise of a REALTOR®, they can make this process a smooth and successful one.

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