[B-flat]

We recently sold a CYV and used MLS because a neighbor was a realtor. In retrospect we should have used a Village’s realtor for a number or reasons. We were less than satisfied with the results of the MLS agent. If we were to use and MLS realtor to sell again we would use Sally Love or maybe Karla Mason.

[Skunky1]

Call a Realtor! Village sales agents are not Realtors.

[jwonycr]

[QUOTE=John_W;1881196]That has been discussed many times on TOTV. After ten years of reading posts about the subject, I personally would go with an MLS outside agency. You find out the MLS primary job is to sell resale homes. A Villages Agent primary job is to sell new homes and resales second.

I had neighbor a couple of years ago wanted to list their villa for $279K, TV agent said he wouldn't take it for more than $259K, they want to get a low price so they don't have to work it as much. He called an MLS agent and they listed for $279K and had multiple offers in the first week.

Exactly why you should try first to sell it yourself. The transaction details can be handled by a title company for a few hundred dollars, saving you thousands in real estate commissions. I have used Advantage Title for this twice in the past and been completely satisfied.

[merrymini]

People who work for the Villages are licensed in the state of Florida and can sell houses. The “realtor” title is a trademark of people who are members of the National Association of Realtors. I do not know how many times this has been repeated here! I used Tammy Freilich of RE/MAX and she did a great job. The pictures of the house were fabulous! I think it is more getting the right agent who is competent than what agency you use.

[jonathanb]

It’s a no brainer. Properties of The Villages is the way to go. Especially now since their commission is 5%. And don’t listen to the false narrative that they push the developers new homes. It is simply not true. Did you know that in the month of November they closed 248 pre owned homes. No one else can even come close. Call Brian Arango

[zuidemab]

Originally Posted by drstevens

Plan to sell 2B/2B courtyard villa near Mallory Country Club and trying to decide between a Villages' Realtor or Multiple listing agent. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.

I tried VLS for e relatively new property. It is NOT their priority. Do not sign with them. Kerry Hanson will get the job done at Sally Love.

[jbrown132]

Originally Posted by drstevens

Plan to sell 2B/2B courtyard villa near Mallory Country Club and trying to decide between a Villages' Realtor or Multiple listing agent. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.

It probably does not make a difference. Either of them will sell it quickly. You might be able to get a better deal with MLS agent. But if I were you I might try to sell it yourself first. You can list it on Zillow and a number of other sites. I did about five years ago and sold it in less than a week. You can also have open houses as often as you like. Doing it way you might save $15-$20 grand.

[Wandamae]

The local MLS has 1042 REALTORS working for it. We know most people look at the internet to search for a new home first. The MLS has over 80 websites for people to search on such as Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, Realty Trac, Homes.com, nextdoor, and more. The benefits of using a REALTOR are great. I work for Sally Love and would highly recommend the MLS. Hope this helps.

[Rzepecki]

Two houses on our street were listed with TV a month after 2 houses on the street behind them with MLS. The 2 TV houses sold in 2 days and 1 week, respectively. The two MLS houses are still on the market. They are comparable homes. I’d call Darlene D’Andrea with TV in a heartbeat. (352) 446-0955

[jerseyjoy]

We have bought and sold recently more than my husband cares to remember! However, our experience in The Villages was that TV realty is so much more professional and buttoned up, and has the inside info that you may need to buy or sell. I have found that the location, condition and decoration inside the home sells it before the realtor does. We tried bidding on a Villages property with an outside realtor – she tried to steer me to other homes outside the Villages. The Villages agent actually knew of a house that was coming on the market in the near future – gave us the advanced info and that was the one we bought. When we sold it, we used the same Villages agent. One of her colleagues saw the listing and had a buyer for us before it hit the website.

[Pbthrockm@msn.com]

Sell with MLS. They may even negotiate the fee. The Villages does not and they are not quick to respond to concerns. MLS does and honest on value and follow through on all needs.

[PennyAnn]

The Villages are not a very good way to go.... they lead buyers over to Villages new properties while your listing gets stale.
MLS all the way. We listed ours with Tammy Freilich of Re/Max and she was great. Professional. Sold our 2/2 cyv in one week.

[Mfrench]

When you catch your Villages saleswoman directing potential buyers to her new home listing, instead of promoting your property you know you made a very bad choice of a salesperson!! Allegedly the Village salespeople are told to make the sales of the developers new homes their priority over the resales. Therefore, The MLS realtors , or Fir Sale by Owner, is the only way to go!!

[Ithreeputtoo]

We needed to sell my father's house and listed with Chris Day at Next Home KD Premier Realty. The house sold in 48 hours! We have used Chris 4 times and have been extremely pleased every time. I would not use TV realty.

[lorilorilori]

Buy from the Villages
Sell with MLS
Would suggest RE MAX or Sally Love