Vishal Karnik

  Selling your house without an agent as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) may be something you’ve considered. But you should know that, in today’s shifting market, more homeowners are deciding that’s just not worth the risk. According to the latest data from the  National Association of Realtors  (NAR), the number of homeowners selling without an agent has hit an all-time low ( see graph below ): And for the small number of homeowners who do decide to sell on their own, data shows they’re still not confident they’re making a good choice. A recent survey finds  three out of every four homeowners who don’t plan to use an agent have doubts about whether that’s actually the right decision . And here’s why. The market is changing – not in a bad way, just in a way that requires a smarter, more strategic approach.  And having a real estate expert in your corner really pays off. Here are just two of the ways an agent's expertise makes a difference. 1. Getting the ...