You don’t know what you don’t know.

Yes, technically, you can buy or sell a home on your own, but should you? Attorneys often say that someone who represents themselves in court has a fool for a client. The same idea applies to real estate. Representing yourself may feel like a cost-saving move, but in reality, it often costs far more in time, stress, and money than it saves.

Every home and every client is different. Buying or selling isn’t just about the sign in the yard or clicking “list” on a website. There are dozens of moving parts, legal considerations, negotiation strategies, and potential pitfalls at every step. Without the right guidance, it’s easy to overlook details that could impact your bottom line or even derail the entire transaction.

A Realtor does more than stick a sign in your yard and fill out paperwork. As a Realtor, I am your advocate.  This means working with your goals in mind, anticipating issues before they arise, negotiating in your best interest, and connecting you with trusted resources. Whether it’s preparing a property for market, negotiating due diligence, navigating multiple offers, or ensuring deadlines and disclosures are handled correctly, having a professional by your side keeps the process smoother, safer, and more successful.

At the end of the day, real estate is one of the largest financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make. You don’t have to navigate it alone, and you shouldn’t. Partnering with a Realtor means you have someone in your corner, protecting your interests and helping you achieve the best outcome possible.