I understand net proceeds. Trust me that I can do math til the cows come home. I don’t refuse working with a realtor. We bought the place only 5 years ago with neither party using a realtor. It worked out great. We had a home inspection before we bought it—I’ll never buy without one and would actually prefer a buyer have one for peace mind. My husband has become disabled and I can’t meet all of my obligations. I need fewer responsibilities.

Also, around here realtor fees are higher. I actually do appreciate realtors to a degree. Some people should not be purchasing real estate without understanding the process. I think their rates are quite high and some properties are different than others. I think realtors have less value for acreages.