Working with a professional Realtor to sell your home is a good idea for several reasons: They will present you with a custom marketing plan for your property They will provide you with a current Competitive Market Analysis and will assist you in determining the most effective list price for your property They are familiar with the process of selling a home and can explain all the details and paperwork to you They will place your property on the Multiple Listing Service and promote your property to all ERA West Shell sales associates as well as other professional brokers They will make information on your property available to local and out-of-town buyer prospects They can set up appointments for potential buyers to see your homes They can develop a plan to enhance your property's ability to attract buyers They will prepare a negotiation strategy. They will help you complete all the necessary paperwork when it comes time to accepting an offer. They will monitor and inform you of the progress of the purchase agreement. They will be there at closing to answer your questions and make sure everything runs smoothly Choosing a Realtor® Selling your home can be a time-consuming experience. Working with a professional Realtor will make the process much more efficient. Since most people spend a fair amount of time with their Realtor, it's important to choose a Realtor you feel comfortable with, and one who is responsive to your needs. The following questions will help you decide if a particular Realtor is right for you: Do they return your phone calls? Do they ask you questions to determine your specific needs? Do they provide you with a Competitive Market Analysis? Do they explain things clearly? Do they suggest specific marketing strategies? Do they seem knowledgeable about the market? Do you feel comfortable spending time with them?