Selling a home can feel like a second job. Not only does it demand your money, but it also takes up your most valuable asset: time. In fact, selling a home can eat up more than a third of your waking hours, leaving you stressed and stretched thin. If you’re wondering how to avoid the time cost of selling a home and keep your sanity intact, you’re in the right place.
The “Home Move Tax”—How Much Time Are You Really Losing?
Time is money, and when it comes to selling your home, the “Home Move Tax” is real. According to a recent Opendoor survey, 71% of Americans say that selling their home feels like taking on a second job. And it’s not hard to see why—with everything from cleaning and repairs to staging and showings on your plate, your time vanishes fast.
The financial hit?
Sellers lose over $430 million in missed work time just preparing their homes for sale. Some people are even sneaking time off without telling their boss, with 13% admitting to secretly taking time off to handle moving tasks. And the stress doesn’t stop there—85% of sellers say they lost sleep over the process.
What’s keeping them up at night?
41% are worried about offers falling through. 37% are emotionally dreading the goodbye to their home. 36% are stressed over accepting the right offer and prepping their home for listing. 32% are worried about managing repairs and leaving memories behind.
Save Time and Stress by Hiring a Pro
Every hour you spend managing the home-selling process is an hour you could be spending with your family, on your career, or just enjoying life. That’s why understanding the true time cost of selling your home is so important. It’s not just about the price tag on your house—it’s about the time and energy it costs you to get it sold.
This is where an experienced real estate professional makes all the difference. Think of a real estate agent as your project manager, handling everything from pricing your home right to coordinating showings and managing negotiations. They tackle the heavy lifting so you don’t have to—staging, repairs, marketing, and mountains of paperwork included.
But the real value? Peace of mind. A skilled real estate professional brings their real estate expertise and local knowledge to streamline the process, helping you avoid common pitfalls and stressful delays. It means fewer sleepless nights and more time for what really matters to you.
Why It Matters Who You Hire
Choosing the right real estate agent is critical when it comes to saving time and minimizing stress. Hire someone with the real estate expertise to guide you through the process smoothly, ensuring you get the best deal without the headaches. When you have the right team supporting you, the real estate transaction feels less like a second job and more like a seamless experience.
My Time-Saving Solutions:
When you work with me, I make the process smoother with: Concierge-Level Service: From scheduling inspections to coordinating with contractors, I take care of every detail, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
Communication Guarantee:
You’ll never be left wondering about the status of your transaction. I provide timely updates so you’re always in the loop—no chasing necessary.
Data-Driven Marketing:
My cutting-edge strategies ensure your home gets in front of the right buyers fast, so you spend less time waiting and more time moving forward.
Whether it’s helping you minimize the time cost of selling a home or making the entire real estate transaction as stress-free as possible, I’m here to ensure you get the results you deserve without the hassle.
FAQs
How often do pending homes fall through?
According to data compiled by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), it’s estimated that about 5% of pending offers fall through. For perspective, NAR reports that about 4.71 million homes were sold in the U.S. in 2023. Based on NAR’s estimate, that means roughly 247,500 home sales fell through in 2023.
Why use a REALTOR® vs. selling yourself?
FSBO sellers run the risk of either underpricing their homes due to eagerness or overpricing because of an inflated sense of value. A REALTOR® can objectively assess your property, making it much less likely you’ll price your home incorrectly. Plus, a REALTOR® offers: Market Expertise, Negotiation Skills, Network Access, Marketing Reach, Legal Knowledge, Staging and Presentation, and Problem Solving. These advantages ensure a smoother, more profitable selling experience.
