The Fallacy of the "Neighborhood Real Estate Agent"
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The best agent isn’t defined by proximity; they’re defined by competence. The fallacy of the neighborhood real estate agent as having an advantage over others is one of the biggest myths in real estate. It’s easy to assume that the best agent to sell their home is one who lives in the neighborhood or has the most signs nearby. It sounds logical, who knows the area better than a local? But sellers that don't challenge this myth might very well be stepping on a financial landmine.
The Hidden Flaws of the “Neighborhood Agent” Approach
Familiarity feels comfortable and safe. But proximity isn’t expertise — and in today’s shifting market, comfort isn’t strategy. Expertise comes from decades of writing contracts, analyzing data, negotiating, and working…
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