Helga Schütz

Before selling a property, many owners ask themselves the same question: Do I need a real estate agent, or can I be just as successful selling on my own? Based on my experience, the answer isn’t black and white. There are situations where selling independently works perfectly well—and others where involving a professional gives you a serious advantage. In this article, I’ll show you when you need a real estate agent, and when you might not. 1. If you know the market and have time, you may not...

Many property owners assume that if a home is listed at the right price, it will eventually sell. This way of thinking is understandable, as correct pricing is indeed one of the most important foundations of a successful sale. However, real-world experience shows that pricing alone is not a sufficient condition for success . In today’s property market, the real question isn’t whether the price is “right,” but whether the property reaches the right buyers, in the right way, at the right time ....