Direct Sale vs Real Estate Agency: What's Best in 2025?
Direct Sale vs Real Estate Agency: What's Best in 2025?
When you decide to sell your property, you have two main paths: hire a traditional real estate agency or make a direct sale to a professional buyer like Guddman Inversiones. Each option has its advantages, and choosing the right one can mean thousands of euros difference.
In this article, we analyze both options in depth so you can make the most informed decision.
Traditional Sale with Real Estate Agency
How Does It Work?
- Sign an exclusivity contract (typically 3-12 months)
- The agency lists your property on portals
- They organize viewings with potential buyers
- They negotiate the price on your behalf
- They manage the closing of the transaction
Advantages of Traditional Real Estate Agency
- Greater exposure: Your property appears on multiple portals
- Network of contacts: Access to their buyer portfolio
- Professional negotiation: Experience in dealings
- Viewing management: You don't have to attend them
Disadvantages of Traditional Real Estate Agency
| Aspect | Reality |
|---|---|
| Commissions | 3-6% of sale price |
| Average time | 6-12 months |
| Exclusivity | Ties you up for months |
| Inconvenient viewings | Multiple strangers in your home |
| Uncertainty | Never know when it will sell |
| Price negotiation down | Buyers look to haggle |
Real example: A €300,000 apartment with a 4% commission means €12,000 in fees. If the sale takes 9 months, add maintenance costs, property tax, community fees...
Direct Sale to Professional Buyer
How Does It Work with Guddman Inversiones?
- Request free valuation online or by phone
- Within 24 hours you receive our offer at market price
- If you accept, we manage all documentation
- We sign at the notary and you receive payment the same day
Discover our complete process step by step.
Advantages of Direct Sale
| Benefit | Detail |
|---|---|
| No commissions | You get 100% of the agreed price |
| Speed | 7-15 days from offer to payment |
| Security | Guaranteed payment by bank transfer |
| No viewings | Only one valuation visit |
| No renovations | We buy in any condition |
| Flexible date | You decide when to sign |
Is the Price Lower?
This is the most common myth. The reality:
- We offer real market price, not inflated portal prices
- No commissions: what we offer is what you receive
- No negotiating down: our first offer is final
- No hidden costs: we cover notary, registry, etc.
Detailed Comparison: Case Study
Let's imagine a property valued at €250,000:
| Concept | Real Estate Agency | Direct Sale |
|---|---|---|
| Sale price | €250,000 | €245,000 |
| Agency commission (4%) | -€10,000 | €0 |
| Buyer negotiation (-5%) | -€12,500 | €0 |
| 6 months waiting costs | -€3,000 | €0 |
| Money in your pocket | €224,500 | €245,000 |
| Time until payment | 6-12 months | 7-15 days |
Conclusion: In this example, direct sale generates €20,500 more in your pocket and in a fraction of the time.
When to Choose Each Option?
Choose Real Estate Agency If:
- You're not in a hurry (can wait 6-12 months)
- Your property is luxury or very exclusive
- You seek the maximum absolute price (even if it takes time)
- You don't mind paying commissions
Choose Direct Sale If:
- You need quick liquidity
- You have an inherited property to manage
- You want to avoid commissions and intermediaries
- The property needs renovation
- You seek security and certainty of sale
- You prefer not to receive visits from strangers
Real Cases Where Direct Sale Wins
1. Inheritances with Multiple Heirs
When several siblings inherit a property, direct sale eliminates conflicts:
- Quick payment to divide among all
- No arguments about the price
- More information about inheritances
2. Divorces and Separations
Selling quickly facilitates asset liquidation:
- Each party receives their percentage in days
- Not dependent on an uncertain market
3. Job Relocations
When you need to move for work:
- Don't maintain two properties at once
- Immediate liquidity for the new city
4. Properties with Issues
Occupied properties, with liens, or needing work:
- We buy in any situation
- We manage problem resolution
Myths About Direct Sale
"They'll offer me very little"
False. Guddman Inversiones bases offers on real market value, analyzed by experts.
"It's a scam"
False. We're a registered company with over 15 years of track record and thousands of successful transactions.
"They only buy very cheap properties"
False. We buy properties of all prices, from studios to luxury villas.
"The process has traps"
False. Everything is done before a notary with complete transparency. Payment is made at the time of signing.
How to Start with Guddman Inversiones
The process is simple:
- Contact us by filling out the form
- Receive free valuation in less than 24 hours
- Study our offer with no obligation
- Accept and get paid in 7-15 days
Have questions? See how our process works in detail.
Conclusion: Which Option Suits You?
If you value speed, security, and simplicity, direct sale to a professional buyer is your best option. If you can afford to wait months and prefer to maximize the theoretical price (albeit with commissions and uncertainty), the traditional agency might work for you.
At Guddman Inversiones we offer you a third way: the best market price without commissions, without waiting, and with total security.
Request your free valuation and compare for yourself.
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