Did You Know? Over 88% of Buyers & Sellers Worked

With a Real Estate Agent : Here’s Why That Matters

“Did you know over 88% of buyers & sellers worked with a real estate agent?” If you’ve ever wondered whether hiring a Realtor® really makes a difference, the data from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) speaks for itself.

In the most recent NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers survey, 88% of home buyers reported working with a licensed real estate agent when purchasing their home and a record 91% of sellers worked with an agent to sell theirs.

Why Working With an Agent Is Still the Standard

Here’s what the latest industry data tells us:

🔹 Buyers trust agents for expertise Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make in their lifetime. Agents help navigate pricing, contracts, financing, inspections, and negotiations.

🔹 Sellers overwhelmingly choose agent support Nearly 91% of sellers enlisted an agent’s help in 2025 the highest level ever recorded because agents bring marketing, pricing strategy, buyer screening, and negotiation skills to the table.

🔹 FSBO sales are shrinking Only about 5% of sellers sold their homes without an agent. That tells us that most homeowners still see value in representation vs. going it alone.

What These Numbers Mean for You

Whether you’re buying, selling, or just planning ahead, here’s what to take away:

✅ Agents are trusted advisors — The fact that nearly 9 out of 10 buyers use agents shows that even in a digital age, people value professional guidance.

✅ You’re not alone — Most homebuyers and sellers lean on real estate professionals because buying or selling without experience can cost time and money.

✅ Recommendations matter — A large number of buyers found their agent through referrals or past relationships — meaning good agents get repeat business and positive word-of-mouth.