Five Reasons NOT To Sell Your Own Home

While there are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your home, now more than ever it’s crucial to have an expert guide you through the process. If you’re considering a For Sale By Owner (FSBO), you must consider the following.  

                                                                       

Your Safety is a Top Priority

“When you FSBO, it’s incredibly difficult to control entry into your home,” says Krista Ponti, sales associate with ERA Justin Realty. “At ERA Justin we follow the current National Association of Realtors (NAR) protocols to protect your health and safety, from regulating the number of people in your home to ensuring proper sanitation procedures.  We also provide virtual tours.”

                                               

An Online Presence is Key

Even before Covid-19, 44% of all buyers started their home search online, and that number jumps to 93% throughout the process, according to NAR. “Our integrated advertising approach includes a presence in hundreds of online outlets to help reach the greatest number of interested, qualified buyers,” adds Krista.           

                       

There Are Too Many Negotiations

In addition to working with the buyer, if you FSBO you’ll also need to work with the buyer’s agent, inspection companies, and the appraiser. In addition, the documentation involved has increased dramatically as more and more disclosures and regulations have become mandatory. A real estate professional is trained to negotiate every aspect of the real estate transaction. 

                                                                       

You Won’t Know if Your Purchaser is Qualified

When you FSBO, it’s almost impossible to be involved in your buyer’s mortgage process. A real estate professional is trained to ask the appropriate questions to ensure your buyer is qualified.                                                         

                                                                       

You Net More Money When Using an Agent                                     

A study by Collateral Analytics revealed that FSBOs don’t actually save anything by forgoing the help of an agent. In some cases, the seller may even net less money from the sale. One of the main reasons for the price difference is effective exposure --the more buyers that view a home, the greater the chance a bidding war will take place. 

Before you decide to take on the challenge of selling alone, connect with Krista or any of the real estate professionals at ERA Justin Realty at 201-939-7500.                                                  

Krista Ponti Joins The ERA Justin Realty Family of Real Estate Professionals

 

Krista Ponti Joins The ERA Justin Realty Family of Real Estate Professionals

 

 

ERA Justin Realty is pleased to announce that our exceptional community of agents continues to grow. 

 

“We are proud to welcome Krista Ponti to the ERA Justin Realty Sales Associate family”, states Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker Owner at ERA Justin Realty.Krista grew up in Lakewood, New Jersey and is currently a Rutherford resident. Spending half her life in Ocean County and half in Northern New Jersey, Krista is familiar with various areas of New Jersey.

 

As a licensed New Jersey Realtor, Krista is committed to being honest and loyal to her clients as she provides guidance throughout their exciting property endeavors.  She looks forward to offering the people of Rutherford, as well as surrounding areas, professional support in the various phases of purchasing, listing, and renting property.  

 

Krista is a Montclair State University graduate and was a New Jersey Public School teacher for fourteen years.  She has focused on combining her experience in education, passion for people and community, and altruistic personality into her growing real estate practice.  

 

When asked why she chose ERA Justin Realty as her brokerage, Krista says, “I feel real estate is in my blood. My grandfather, Anthony Folio, was an agent with ERA Justin many years ago, when the office was located on the corner of Union Avenue. Once I decided to make real estate a full-time commitment, I chose to partner up with ERA Justin Realty because of their broad industry knowledge, longevity and stellar reputation, and the genuine concern displayed for both clients and fellow agents.  In addition, ERA Justin provides education opportunities to ensure their real estate professionals are handed the cutting-edge tools necessary to succeed in their careers. I am very excited to work among such professionals.”

 

On a personal note, Krista has many hobbies.  She enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing all kinds of sports, going on long hikes, paddle boarding, water skiing, and practicing various Latin dance genres.

 

To meet with Krista or any of our experienced real estate professionals to help you with your real estate needs, call 201.939.7500.