Selling an apartment: with an agent or yourself?
Both have their place. Here's an honest comparison to help you decide.
Selling yourself saves the commission
The biggest advantage is saving the commission. In return you take on all the work: pricing, photos, listings, calls, viewings, negotiations and documents. It takes time and nerve.
An agent saves time and mistakes
An experienced agent prices correctly, markets professionally and negotiates in your interest. A good negotiation often covers the commission — and you avoid costly mistakes in contracts and documents.
When each one fits
- Yourself: if you have time, experience and maybe a buyer already in mind.
- With an agent: if you want the best price with the least effort and the market is trickier.
Frequently asked questions
- Does an agent pay for itself?
- Often yes — better pricing and negotiation cover the commission, plus you save a lot of time and avoid mistakes.
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Last updated: May 2026. This is general information, not legal or tax advice.