04/27/2026
Hereās a hot take that is bound to ruffle some feathersā¦
Realtors are not required to buy or sell real estate. š«£
Yep. I said it.
And honestly the industry needs to stop acting like thatās not true. Many agents act like not using a Realtor is guaranteed to be a disaster every single time. That simply is not always the case.
You do not legally need me.
You do not have to hire an agent.
You absolutely can do it yourself.
Realtors are not a necessity.
Realtors are a service.
A strategy.
A buffer.
An experienced problem-solver when things go sideways.
But, we are not a requirement.
If you want to FSBO your house, you absolutely can.
If you want to buy direct, you have every right.
If you want to take it all on yourselfā¦I genuinely hope it goes smoothly for you.
But alsoā¦donāt confuse ānot requiredā with ānot valuable.ā
Because when things do get complicated (and they often do š¬), thatās where the right agent earns every dollar of what theyāre paid.
The truth is, the best agents arenāt afraid to say you donāt need them. Because we know when you choose us, itās for a reason.
If you do want guidance, strategy, or someone fighting for you when things get trickyā¦Iām here. If not? I still hope your deal goes smoothly and you win.
- Filippo
(808) 453-0022
PS - And hereās a cute photo of the kids after I won a tennis tournament at the club because Facebook just needs more happiness and cuteness! š„°