FAQ's

Other professional services such as attorneys or accountants can charge by the hour. Real estate agents typically work for a commission, in the form of a percentage of the money exchanged in the final transaction. ONLY PAID when the transaction is complete. The percentage is typically paid for by the seller. 

The seller has a right to negotiate a commission with a listing agent before putting the home on the market. This should be done before signing a listing agreement.

Selling and buying a home requires a lot of consideration. To get the best deal, an agent that knows the market will play a major role in supporting you with the process. A local agent that has succeeded in the market, should be a key member in your process of buying or selling a home.

A local real estate agent will have live local knowledge of the market. They will be up to date on all the local trends, pricing, financing benefits, terms, and conditions. To help negotiate the best deal for the seller. A full marketing plan should be in place, to help you as a seller get the maximum amount of exposure to potential buyers.

Lot like the above answer, real estate agents are not one-size-fits-all. The recommendation is to interview an agent or two. Find some you want to work with. Someone you trust is knowledgeable on the market conditions. Another recommendation is to find a full-time realtor. Start your search here: https://stephensweere.exprealty.com/agents/290786/Stephen+Sweere 

The Lakes Area Listing Agent helps home sellers in Otter Tail County and the lakes region sell faster and for top dollar using strategic pricing and aggressive marketing.

Yes. I specialize in listing and selling homes near Otter Tail Lake, Big Pine Lake, Rush Lake, Star Lake, and Detroit Lakes. Marketing is designed to attract qualified lake buyers.

The best timing depends on buyer demand, lake location, and market conditions. A pricing and strategy review helps determine the strongest listing window.