“Oh, You Found the House Yourself?”
Congratulations — you clicked a link.
So did 78% of buyers last year.
But here’s the plot twist Zillow won’t tell you: 97% of them still hired a Realtor.
Because finding a house is just the appetizer.
Winning the house? That’s the seven-course meal with knives flying.
Level 1: Click the listing.
Level 2: Write an offer that survives a bidding war without draining your bank account.
Level 3: Get through inspections without the whole deal going up in smoke.
Level 4: Make sure one bad clause doesn’t legally or financially handcuff you until retirement.
The internet didn’t kill real estate agents — it just made them more important.
Now, the real skill isn’t unlocking doors — it’s knowing which doors to open, which ones to walk away from, and how to get through the right one before someone else does.
Why You MUST Use a Professional, Full-Time Realtor
Sure, you could go it alone — but you could also cut your own hair or represent yourself in court. (Technically possible, rarely advisable.) Here’s why hiring a full-time, professional Realtor is one of the smartest financial decisions you’ll ever make:
1. They Save You Money (and Sanity)
Realtors know how to spot overpriced homes, write competitive offers, and avoid costly mistakes. They negotiate like your wallet depends on it — because it does.
2. They Actually Know the Market
You can Google “homes for sale in [your city],” but you won’t know which ones back up to a train track, which have terrible resale potential, or why one sold for $50k more than the house next door. Realtors bring context, strategy, and timing — three things no algorithm can deliver.
3. They Know the Secret Houses
Some of the best homes never make it online. Realtors have access to pocket listings, “coming soon” properties, and sellers who are ready to deal quietly before the sign hits the yard.
4. They Handle the Chaos
Offers, counteroffers, inspections, appraisals, financing, repairs — it’s a minefield. One wrong move can cost you tens of thousands. Realtors keep the deal alive when everyone else is ready to kill it.
5. They Bring Peace of Mind
When things get messy (and they will), having a pro in your corner makes all the difference. They’re rewriting your offer at 11:57 PM to beat out another buyer. They’re pulling permits on their phone while standing in a basement that smells like regret. They’re the calm voice when the inspection report reads like a Stephen King novel.
The Internet Didn’t Replace Realtors — It Made Them Indispensable
Finding a house online is the easy part. Closing on it, surviving the process, and actually getting the keys — that’s where the pros earn their keep.
Your click starts the process.
Your agent’s grind finishes it.
Why Work With The Agency
At The Agency, we don’t just list homes — we tell their story to the world. We combine global reach, world-class marketing, and next-level negotiation skills to give you the ultimate advantage. Whether you’re buying or selling, we create strategies that attract competition, drive demand, and get results.
When you hire me, you don’t just get a Realtor — you get a strategist, negotiator, and advocate who treats your deal like it’s my own.
Let’s get you from “click” to “closing.”
Wyatt Poindexter
Managing Partner, The Agency
📞 405-417-5466
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.WyattPoindexter.com | www.TheAgencyRE.com
