Released on = August 6, 2007, 11:29 am

Press Release Author = Corey Wick

Industry = Real Estate

Press Release Summary = If you are preparing to put your house up for sale, you may
be faced with the decision to sell your sell yourself or work with a full-service
broker (Simi Valley/Moorpark Real Estate).

Press Release Body = If you have never sold a home before this is truly one of the
most difficult decisions you will be faced with. There are advantages and
disadvantages to all three choices.

A traditional real estate agent, for example, will present you with a complete
marketing plan and expose your home to as many buyers as possible. You could,
however, save yourself thousands of dollars by selling your property on your own.
But some would argue that the headache isn\'t worth it.

Here are some pros and cons to consider before you decide to make your final leap.

Traditional Brokers - the Advantages (pros):
Brokers work. Despite the advent of the Internet, traditional agents continue to
dominate the real-estate market. Indeed, nearly 90% of all home sales were sold with
the assistance of a realtor, according to a 2002 survey by the National Association
of Realtors.

Want exposure? Hire a broker. Traditional realtors share their property listings in
a database called the Multiple Listing Service.

This database contains more than 90% of all properties that are for sale. Agents
use this MLS system daily - and buyers can even do it themselves by visiting
Realtor.com.

"A good agent will do all the work for you." Says Corey Wick of RE/MAX Olson &
Associates of Simi Valley, CA. "He or she will take control of the transaction and
do everything from setting an accurate asking price and prescreening prospective
buyers to showing your home, while negotiating the final price. All you\'ll need to
do is keep your home presentable.

Disadvantages (he Cons): Working with a real estate professional costs. Most
charge 5-6% commission for their services. So if your home sells for $300,000,
you\'ll have to cut a check for $15-%18,000 at closing.


For Sale by Owner - the Advantages (pros):
More money in your pocket. That\'s right, you get to keep whatever your home sells for.

Disadvantages (the Cons): Less exposure. "If you try to sell your home without the
assistance of a real estate professional, you\'ll dramatically limit the number of
potential buyers who\'ll view your property," says Corey Wick - RE/MAX of Simi
Valley, "and your home will not even be visible in the MLS, REALTOR.com or any other
REALTOR related website." Buyers are usually working with a broker and feel more at
ease and confident when making such a huge commitment.

Selling your own home can be a pain. You have to set a price, appointments,
showings, place ads in the paper, field calls from prospective buyers and then put
on your best sales face when showing it to strangers. And there's more, don't
forget about the negotiations. Some industry insiders even argue that buyers feel
more comfortable talking money with a third party. Now try juggling all that\'s
involved while holding down a full-time job and looking for a new home for your
family to move into.
Some argue that the headache is well worth the 6% commission.

A 10 year resident of Ventura County, Corey Wick has developed a reputation as
trusted advisor, working with limited number of clients to ensure that each are
given the highest quality of individualized service and attention. Corey has
well-deserved reputation for exemplary levels of service and results, which he has
gained through a commitment of the highest professional standards. He has
unparalleled background in Internet marketing and technology, key in today's market.
A seasoned negotiator, Corey is committed to representing his clients best interests
at all times.

Key Websites:
www.SimiValley.com | www.SimiValleyListings.com | www.ThousandOaks-MLS.com |
www.NewburyPark.us | www.MoorparkHomes.net | www.MoorparkRealEstate.info |
www.Oxnard-MLS.com | www.WestlakeMLS.com | www.VenturaCounty-MLS.com -
www.101HomeSearch.com | www.ThousandOaks-Homes.com | www.AboutSimiValley.com |
www.AboutMoorpark.com


Web Site = http://www.coreywick.com

Contact Details = 530 E. Los Angeles Ave.
Moorpark, Ca 93021
805-708-1289