{"id":6704,"date":"2025-03-24T08:42:20","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T12:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/?p=6704"},"modified":"2025-03-24T08:43:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T12:43:22","slug":"mls-sale-trumps-investor-offers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2025\/03\/24\/mls-sale-trumps-investor-offers\/","title":{"rendered":"MLS sale trumps investor offers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/MLS-vs-Investors.mp3\"><\/audio><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">REAL ESTATE DEEP DIVE PODCAST: MLS listing can you make more money compared to investor offers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re considering selling your home, you may be weighing the options: selling directly to a real estate investor or listing your property on the MLS. While investors promise quick sales, listing on the MLS offers distinct advantages that can put more money in your pocket with less hassle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MLS sale trumps investor offers<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" data-attachment-id=\"6708\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2025\/03\/24\/mls-sale-trumps-investor-offers\/distressed-property-for-sale\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?fit=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,768\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"distressed-property-for-sale\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?fit=525%2C394&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?resize=300%2C225&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"MLS sale trumps investor offers\" class=\"wp-image-6708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/dankrell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distressed-property-for-sale.png?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MLS sale trumps investor offers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Z<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/mls-pln-sale-price-34846\/\">illow Research Confirms: MLS Listings Sell for More<\/a><\/strong><br \/>According to a recent Zillow study, homes listed on the MLS sell for 5.7% more on average than those sold off-market, including direct investor deals. In some markets, the difference is even greater\u2014up to 13.2% more! This means that skipping the MLS and selling directly to an investor could cost you tens of thousands of dollars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competitive Offers vs. Single Lowball Offer<\/strong><br \/>When you sell directly to an investor, you\u2019re usually dealing with one or two offers\u2014often well below market value. By listing on the MLS, multiple investors (as well as traditional buyers) can compete for your home, driving the price higher and maximizing your profit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beware of Unlicensed &#8220;Wholesalers&#8221; Profiting Off Your Home<\/strong><br \/>Many real estate investors act as unlicensed brokers, making money by &#8220;wholesaling&#8221; your property to another investor at a huge markup\u2014sometimes 10% or more of your home\u2019s value. That\u2019s profit that could have gone straight to you! Instead of letting investors take advantage, listing your home on the MLS ensures transparency and fair competition for the highest possible price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sell Your Home As-Is\u2014Just Like Investors Promise<\/strong><br \/>A common misconception is that you must fix up a home to list it on the MLS. That\u2019s not true! You can sell your home \u201cas-is\u201d just like you would to an investor\u2014without repairs or renovations\u2014while still benefiting from the competitive market.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lower Commission, More Profit<\/strong><br \/>With recent changes in real estate commission structures, sellers now only pay the listing agent\u2014sometimes as low as 1% commission. Compare that to selling to an investor, where hidden wholesaling profits can take a huge cut out of your home\u2019s value. Listing on the MLS ensures that more of your home\u2019s equity stays with you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Homes Are Selling Quickly in Today\u2019s Market<\/strong><br \/>One of the biggest reasons sellers consider investor offers is speed. However, in the current real estate environment, homes continue to sell quickly on the MLS. You can close fast while ensuring you get the best possible price.<br \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bottom Line<br \/>Selling directly to an investor might seem convenient, but it often means leaving thousands\u2014if not tens of thousands\u2014of dollars on the table.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/mls-pln-sale-price-34846\/\"> Zillow research proves that the MLS gets sellers more money.<\/a> The MLS gives you the best of both worlds\u2014a fast sale at a higher price with lower commission. Don\u2019t settle for the first offer\u2014let the market work for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dankrell.remax.com\/seller\/valuation\/\">What\u2019s your home worth?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By Dan Krell<br \/>Copyright \u00a9 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/disclaimer\/\" target=\"_blank\">Disclaimer<\/a>. This article is not intended to provide nor should it be relied upon for legal and financial advice. Readers should not rely solely on the information contained herein, as it does not purport to be comprehensive or render specific advice. Readers should consult with an attorney regarding local real estate laws and customs as they vary by state and jurisdiction. 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