Can’t I just sell my house by myself?

Of course. Historically, many sellers sold as For Sale By Owners (FSBOs). Back in the day, buyers would get in their cars and drive around for hours on end to locate a property. With the advent of the internet, Multiple Listing Services (MLS) are the ultimate source of property information. However, MLS sites are available only to the real estate agents who subscribe to them. Having your home listed by a real estate agent vastly increases your visibility in the marketplace. According to the National Association of Realtors, homes sold by owner sold at an average of 16% less than those listed with a Realtor.