--- title: Why You Still Need a Real Estate Broker in the Internet Age description: When you're in the market for a residential or commercial property, instead of internet marketplaces, the reliable decision is to use a real estate broker. image: https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Real%20estate%20broker.jpg --- - [Pay Rent](https://sdnyrealty.com/pay-rent/) - [Forms](https://sdnyrealty.com/forms/) -   [![S&D Commercial Real Estate Agency](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/S__D_Real_Estate_January2019/images/sd-original-logo_300px.png?width=300&height=194&name=sd-original-logo_300px.png "S&D Commercial Real Estate Agency")](https://sdnyrealty.com/) - [About](https://sdnyrealty.com/long-island-commercial-real-estate-firm/) - [Agents](https://sdnyrealty.com/long-island-real-estate-agents/) - [Listings](https://sdnyrealty.com/property-listings/) - [Property Management](https://sdnyrealty.com/property-management-company/) - [Resources](https://sdnyrealty.com/real-estate-resources/) - [Neighborhood Guide](https://sdnyrealty.com/neighborhood-guide/) - [Long Island](https://sdnyrealty.com/long-island-commercial-real-estate/) - [Nassau County](https://sdnyrealty.com/nassau-county-commercial-real-estate/) - [Bethpage](https://sdnyrealty.com/bethpage-commercial-real-estate/) - [Farmingdale](https://sdnyrealty.com/farmingdale-commercial-real-estate/) - [Franklin Square](https://sdnyrealty.com/franklin-square-commercial-real-estate/) - [Garden City](https://sdnyrealty.com/garden-city-commercial-real-estate/) - [Glen Cove](https://sdnyrealty.com/glen-cove-commercial-real-estate/) - [Hempstead](https://sdnyrealty.com/hempstead-commercial-real-estate/) - [Hicksville](https://sdnyrealty.com/hicksville-commercial-real-estate/) - [Long Beach](https://sdnyrealty.com/long-beach-commercial-real-estate/) - [Mineola](https://sdnyrealty.com/mineola-commercial-real-estate/) - [Rockville Centre](https://sdnyrealty.com/rockville-centre-commercial-real-estate/) - [Suffolk County](https://sdnyrealty.com/suffolk-county-commercial-real-estate/) - [Babylon](https://sdnyrealty.com/suffolk-county-commercial-real-estate/babylon-commercial-real-estate/) - [Brookhaven](https://sdnyrealty.com/brookhaven-commercial-real-estate/) - [Hauppauge](https://sdnyrealty.com/hauppauge-commercial-real-estate/) - [Huntington](https://sdnyrealty.com/huntington-commercial-real-estate/) - [Islip](https://sdnyrealty.com/islip-commercial-real-estate/) - [Melville](https://sdnyrealty.com/melville-commercial-real-estate/) - [Riverhead](https://sdnyrealty.com/riverhead-commercial-real-estate/) - [Smithtown](https://sdnyrealty.com/smithtown-commercial-real-estate/) - [Southampton](https://sdnyrealty.com/southampton-commercial-real-estate/) - [Consulting Services](https://sdnyrealty.com/consulting-services/) - [Property Appraisal Services](https://sdnyrealty.com/property-appraisal/) - [Zoning Regulations](https://sdnyrealty.com/zoning-regulations/) - [Forms](https://sdnyrealty.com/forms/) - [Veterans & Military Housing](https://sdnyrealty.com/veterans-military-housing/) - [Join our Program](https://sdnyrealty.com/veterans-military-housing/#apply-now) - [Forms & Applications](https://sdnyrealty.com/forms/) - [Pay Rent](https://sdnyrealty.com/pay-rent/) - [Blog](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog) - [Contact](https://sdnyrealty.com/contact/) # Why You Still Need a Real Estate Broker in the Internet Age - December 08, 2016 - [Buying](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/topic/buying), [residential real estate](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/topic/residential-real-estate), [commercial property](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/topic/commercial-property), [Real estate broker](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/topic/real-estate-broker) - 0 ![Why You Still Need a Real Estate Broker in the Internet Age](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Real%20estate%20broker.jpg) You can find just about anything on the internet these days. That includes a seemingly endless number of websites dedicated to real estate listings for sale by owner. The ease and convenience of searching for property online is evident, but hiring a real estate broker is always going to be more reliable.   ## The Merits of Using a Real Estate Broker ### Unparalleled Experience Purchasing real estate is a milestone whether you’re buying commercial or residential property. With as much deliberation and minutiae that go into the sale process, it can be hard to keep track of all of the particulars if you aren’t a professional. One small mistake in paperwork can ending up costing you thousands. [Real estate brokers](http://time.com/money/2803544/should-hire-real-estate-agent-to-sell/) know the industry inside and out. They can show you properties that fit your criteria, including exclusive listings from other agents that you could never find online. It’s their full-time job to facilitate real estate purchases, so they know exactly what to do to get it done the right way. ![Real estate broker](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Real%20estate%20broker1.jpg?width=450&name=Real%20estate%20broker1.jpg "Real estate broker") ### Negotiating like a Pro   No one knows the real estate market as well as the brokers. They can provide you with [invaluable insight](http://home.howstuffworks.com/real-estate/buying-home/10-benefits-of-using-a-real-estate-agent.htm) that can help you wind up with a better deal on your property. If you’re personally buying a property for sale by owner, it’s easy to get emotionally invested in the sale, even though it might compromise [negotiations](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/how-to-win-your-next-real-estate-negotiation). Brokers don’t have that personal attachment, so they can rationally bargain and deal with the seller or their agent. They’re well-versed in successful negotiation tactics and use their knowledge to act on your behalf. They’re also familiar with the [real estate market](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/long-island-real-estate-market-in-2017) and neighborhood going rates, which can both come into play when vying for a better price on the property. Remember, it’s their job to look out for your best interests throughout this process. ![Real estate broker](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Real%20estate%20broker2.jpg?width=450&name=Real%20estate%20broker2.jpg "Real estate broker") ### The Fallacy of Online Real Estate Shopping If you use an internet marketplace to find a property, you run the risk of falling for [online real estate fraud](http://www.forbes.com/sites/morganbrennan/2013/07/16/3-insidious-real-estate-scams-and-how-to-avoid-them/#3cee247d4aeb). Scammers will use actual real estate listings and post them on other sites posing as the seller. To attract buyers, they will usually advertise these listings well below the market average. These seemingly real listings with low prices entice buyers to move quickly on the properties. The real fraud occurs when naïve potential buyers wire funds to the seller or pay an application fee that ends up being denied. Often, these people will either delay showing the property, ask for money before anything is signed or ask you to send funds through a third-party. Don’t get caught up in [scams](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/basic-ways-to-avoid-getting-scammed-on-a-commercial-property) like these. Make sure you’re protected and consider using a real estate broker when buying property. ![Real estate broker](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_Images/Real%20estate%20broker3.jpg?width=450&name=Real%20estate%20broker3.jpg "Real estate broker") ### Post-Sale Inquiries There’s are many intricacies that go into the buying of real estate properties. Usually the process doesn’t just end right away with the sale. There are financial and [title](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/what-is-title-insurance) matters that go on well past the [closing](https://blog.sdnyrealty.com/blog/how-to-navigate-real-estate-closings). If you ever have any questions or issues, a real estate agent will be able to answer them. If you’re handling the sale alone, you’re on your own in terms of figuring it all out. A good agent will always be on hand as an invaluable resource for any questions you have down the line. Next time you’re in the market for a new property, make sure that you do your research and hire a real estate broker. 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