Should I sell with a realtor or mobile home sales agent?

Should I use a realtor, mobile home sales agent or sell it myself when looking to sell my mobile or manufactured home?

If you’re considering selling your mobile home, you have three primary options: using a mobile home sales agent, real estate agent, or selling it yourself.

The best option for you will depend on your specific situation and goals. If you want to sell your mobile home quickly and for the highest possible price, using a mobile home sales agent or real estate agent is likely your best bet.

If you want complete control are are willing to put in the time and effort to sell your mobile home yourself, you may be able to save money on commission fees. Each approach has benefits and drawbacks, so knowing which one will work best for you can improve your experience.

What is a mobile home sales agent?

A mobile home sales agent is a professional who helps people buy and sell mobile and manufactured homes. They work with buyers to find the perfect home and with sellers to get the best price for their home. They also help with the paperwork involved in buying or selling a mobile home.

Sales agents who specialize in mobile homes usually have the most comprehensive understanding of the industry. They can tell you where to find great deals on homes, how to finance a purchase, and what you need to know about owning a mobile home. They may also be able to help you get your mobile home ready for sale.

When selling your mobile home there are many things that can go wrong during a sale if you don’t have an experienced professional helping you out. An experienced sales agent will make sure that everything goes according to plan and that you receive the best possible price for your home.

What are some cons of a mobile home sales agent? 

Mobile home sales agents play an important role in the sale and purchase of mobile homes. While they offer many benefits to consumers, they also have a few drawbacks. One disadvantage is that mobile home sales agents cannot help you buy or sell anything other than a mobile or manufactured home. 

Pros of using a mobile home sales agent

  • Most knowledge of the mobile home market

  • Most knowledge of the mobile home buying and selling process

  • Negotiates and advertises on your behalf

  • Access to the best loans for buyers

Cons of using a mobile home sales agent

  • Can't sell you a traditional home

  • Charges comission

What is a realtor?

A realtor is a professional who helps people buy and sell homes. They are licensed by the state in which they work, and typically have a lot of experience in the housing market. Realtors can help you find the perfect home, or sell your current home quickly and for a good price. They can also advise you on mortgages, taxes, and other aspects of buying or selling a home.

A realtor is a person who helps people buy and sell homes. They are licensed professionals who have gone through training to help them do their job. Realtors can help you find a home, negotiate the price, and take care of all the paperwork. They work for buyers and sellers, and can represent either party in a transaction.

What are some cons of a realtor? 

While realtors are the best option when it comes to buying or selling a traditional home home. This typically is not the case when it comes to mobile or manufactured homes.

Mobile home sales agents are experts in the mobile home market and can provide valuable insights and advice that realtors may not have.
Also realtors may not have as much experience with mobile homes as mobile home sales agents do. This could lead to them making mistakes when it comes to pricing, selling, or purchasing a mobile home.

Lastly, realtors don’t have access to the same type of financing that mobile home sales agent have. This means that as a buyer, you will be unable to access some of the best loans available.

Pros of using a real estate agent

  • Negotiates on your behlaf

  • Will create advertisements

  • Understands the selling and buying process

Cons of using a real estate agent​

  • Limited to no knowledge of the mobile home market

  • Limited to no understanding of the necessary paperworks

  • No access to the best loans 

  • Charges comission

What about for sale by owner (FSBO)?

When a homeowner decides to sell their house on their own, without the help of a real estate agent or mobile home sales agent, they are selling their house themselves “for sale by owner” or “FSBO.” 

The main benefit of selling your house FSBO is that you can save on commission costs. In most cases, the seller will pay the agent 3-6% of the sale price. By avoiding this commission fee, you can keep more money in your pocket.

What are the cons of selling the home yourself? 

There are several drawbacks to selling your mobile home by yourself. For one, your list of buyers are limited to your advertisment. Since you are selling the home yourself, you won’t have access to advertise on the major MLS which limits most buyers from even knowing about your home. 

Secondly, risk. There are a lot to both the buyer and the seller of a FSBO. One of the main drawbacks of selling fsbo is the fact that you may be sued. If you make a mistake on the paperwork or if something goes wrong with the sale, you could be held liable.

Pros of For Sale By Owner

  • Save money by not paying a comission. 

  • Sell at your own timing

Cons of For Sale By Owner

  • Risk of lawsuit

  • Time Consuming

  • Not knowing how marketing works

  • Scares buyers

Comparison Chart

Mobile Home Sales Agent
Real Estate Agent
For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
Charges Comission
Yes
Yes
No
Advertising on MLS
Yes
Yes
No
Marketing
Yes
Yes
Do it yourself
Loans for buyers
Yes
Limited
No
Knowledge of mobile home market
Most knowledge
Limited
Limited
Time Consuming
Least
Least
Most
Potential Lawsuit
Protected
Protected
Unprotected

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