Tuesday, 18 May 2021, 5:24 am With the current housing market boom, everyone is looking for the best price. Sellers want great returns on investment. Buyers want the lowest purchase price. This might leave some wondering: “Why bother with an agent, since their commission impacts the what the seller gets to keep?” Well, the short answer is: it’s not as easy as it looks. Despite estate agents having a bad reputation for ‘getting money for nothing’, procuring an agent’s help, especially as a seller, can really streamline the process and help maximise the sale price. A good agent from a reputable agency can connect you