There are over 70,000 real estate agents in Toronto. However, when it comes to finding a high-performance professional who can reliably assist you in exceeding your goals, this pool shrinks dramatically.
Within this selection of agents, some may offer their services at a discounted rate. While these offers may be tempting, they often come at a cost of their own.
If you’re preparing to head to the market, you should think twice about working with a cut-rate agent. Here’s why.
Knowing the difference between a top-tier agent and a novice is essential to achieving a smooth and profitable home sale. Read our blog on the vital importance of agent performance here
Setting the Record Straight
Put simply, not all agents possess the same level of presence, expertise, or experience. These are essential factors that enable buyers, sellers, and investors to be successful. Therefore, opting to work with a discount agent can place you at a significant disadvantage when you head to the market.
Insights For Buyers
While this post is largely focused on advising home sellers, we’d like to take a moment to address potential buyers as well – especially those who have never purchased a home before. As a buyer, maximizing your chances of landing your dream home begins with choosing the right real estate agent.
Working with a professional agent won’t come at an additional cost to you. In a real estate transaction, agent fees and commissions are covered by the home seller. With this in mind, buyers are able to choose their support based on skill, expertise, and experience, rather than a price point.
A high-performance, top-quality agent will not only help you source the perfect home, but their experienced-informed negotiation skills will ensure you pay the best possible price for it.
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Optimizing Your Sale in Today’s Market
Despite Toronto’s historic reputation for quick and record-breaking sales, today’s market is anything but cut and dry. With this in mind, sellers who are looking to achieve an exceptional result on their sale must partner with a real estate agent who understands the evolving complexities of the current real estate landscape. Rather than choosing to work with the first agent you see or the agent with the lowest commission rates, it’s imperative to be diligent in your research.
While hiring a discount agent may seem like an intuitive way to keep more money in your pocket, it can actually stunt your final returns.
Your real estate agent is the pilot of your home sale – taking on essential responsibilities, crafting and executing a thoughtful selling plan, and negotiating on your behalf during the offer process. These duties will drastically influence the outcome of your sale – specifically, how profitable it is. Therefore you will want to work with the agent who is best suited to the job.
Seamless Service
Beyond optimizing the results of your sale or purchase, a high-quality agent can also provide you with a seamless end-to-end client experience. In Toronto, real estate can be unpredictable – and, given the high stakes, heading to the market can potentially be very stressful. But it doesn’t need to.
An elite, dedicated agent can guide you through the processes of buying and selling from start to finish. Along the way, they’ll ensure you feel informed, confident and relaxed. Further reducing your labour input, a well-connected agent will have an industry network that you can leverage to maximize your chances of success.
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Christensen Group Real Estate
At Christensen Real Estate Group, we’ve represented buyers, sellers, and investors in West Toronto and Etobicoke for over 40 years. Our proven systems and unwavering commitment to providing top-tier service far exceed the competition.
In a market of approximately 70,000 active agents, we’re in the top 0.5% of total transactions – outperforming even the top 2% of Toronto agents. If you’re looking for a real estate team that can provide you with exceptional results and a seamless experience from start to finish, Christensen Group Real Estate is your path forward.
Seeking an exceptional real estate experience? Our strategic advisory services can help you achieve a smooth home purchase or sale. Call us at 416.441.2888 or reach us by email at evan@christensengroup.ca.
