Huge sites like Zillow and Realtor.com make some feel that they can find or sell their home on their own. But think about it, if you were in court with a potential judgment hanging over your head of several hundred thousand dollars you probably wouldn’t try to represent yourself. 

A good real estate agent is an expert guide who can protect you from costly mistakes, represent your interests and be on your team. And that’s what we do.

We know buying and selling properties like the back of our hand. If you do too, no need to hire a real estate agent. But if you don’t, do yourself a favor and get in touch!

In Pennsylvania the real estate commission is paid by the seller and is typically between 5% and 6% of the cost of the house. The commission is typically split evenly between the listing agent and the buyer’s agent. However it’s also good to know that commissions for both buyers and sellers are negotiable between the agents and their clients. If you’re not comfortable negotiating, make sure to hire a real estate agent you trust.

As of Summer 2024, homes that are priced correctly and have no major maintenance items are under contract about 7 days after being listed. However what is normal can easily change as the market ebbs and flows.

The best window for sellers is usually March-May. Once school is out for the year people start thinking about vacations and less about home buying. September and October have often been nearly as good as Spring. December and January on the other hand remain the worst months to list a home.

This depends on the number of buyers in your market and the number of homes available similar to yours. The bank determines the value of your home by sending out a licensed appraiser to do an assessment and then calculate the value of your home. The maximum appraisal value will limit these buyers to how much they can offer for your home. The only way to get around this is to find a cash buyer who does not need a mortgage to purchase.