YOUR AGENT VS ME
Side-by-side comparison of what your previous agent did vs. what I do to sell homes that DID NOT sell. The difference is obvious.
Your home DID NOT sell for a reason. Your previous agent made mistakes. They used minimal marketing, did not invest in professional photography, held maybe one open house, and disappeared. Then your home did not sell, and they made $0 while you lost $4,964 per month in holding costs. Learn why homes fail to sell and what went wrong.
I do things differently. I invest $5,000+ in marketing per listing. I take maximum 6 listings at a time so you get 100% focus. I use a 97-point marketing system that leaves nothing to chance. And I deliver proven results - 7 homes That DID NOT sell - now sold with 19 day average and 98.7% of asking price. See my complete services, my proven 30-day selling process, and check out my complete seller's guide for comprehensive guidance on evaluating agents.
The comparison below shows exactly what your previous agent did vs. what I do. The difference is not subtle. It's dramatic. And it's why I sell homes that DID NOT sell in 19 days average while they got you expired. See real success stories from homes I've sold.
| Category | Your Previous Agent | Dr. Jan Duffy |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | iPhone photos, $37 budget | Professional staging, $3,700 investment, twilight drone shots |
| Marketing Strategy | Posted to MLS, disappeared | 97-point marketing system, daily blasts, network activation |
| Open Houses | One open house (maybe) | Strategic open houses with buyer pre-qualification |
| Follow-Up | Zero follow-up system | Aggressive follow-up, weekly updates, negotiation warfare |
| Price Strategy | "Drop it" every month | Data-driven pricing, market analysis, buyer psychology |
| Attention | 47 other listings, 2.1% focus | 6 listings max, 100% focus on your home |
| Results | 63 days expired, $0 commission | 19 day average, 98.7% of asking, SOLD |
Your Agent's Investment
Your previous agent's total investment in marketing your home was minimal. Here's what they actually spent:
- • $37 on photos (iPhone quality)
- • 1 open house (maybe)
- • MLS posting (basic)
- • Zero follow-up system
- • No social media marketing
- • No network activation
- • No targeted advertising
Total: ~$100
Result: 63 days expired, $0 commission, you lost $4,964/month
My Investment
I invest significantly more in marketing your home because I know it pays off. Here's what I actually spend:
- • $3,700 on professional media
- • Strategic open houses with pre-qualification
- • 97-point marketing system
- • Aggressive follow-up system
- • Social media marketing blitz
- • Network activation (500+ agents)
- • Targeted Facebook/Google ads
Total: ~$5,000+
Result: 19 day average, 98.7% of asking, SOLD
The Investment Difference
The difference in investment is dramatic: $100 vs. $5,000+. But the difference in results is even more dramatic: expired vs. sold, no buyers vs. qualified buyers, $4,964/month loss vs. top dollar sale.
Why I Invest More to Bring Buyers
I invest more because I bring buyers. Professional photography increases showing requests by 300% and sale price by 5-10%. Strategic marketing brings qualified buyers who are ready to make offers. Aggressive follow-up converts interest into offers. The $5,000+ investment pays for itself by bringing buyers who pay top dollar and close fast.
The $5,000+ investment is not a cost - it's an investment in bringing buyers. Professional photography showcases your home at its best, attracting more buyers and commanding higher prices. Strategic marketing reaches qualified buyers who are ready to purchase. Aggressive follow-up ensures every showing leads to an offer. The investment pays for itself by bringing buyers who pay top dollar. Your previous agent saw it as a cost and minimized it. I see it as an investment in bringing buyers and maximize it.
Why Your Agent Invested Less
Your previous agent invested less because they were juggling 47 other listings. They could not afford to invest $5,000+ in every listing. So they invested $100, hoped for the best, and got you expired. That's not how you sell homes. That's how you fail.
Your previous agent's business model was volume-based. They took as many listings as possible, invested minimal marketing in each, and hoped something would stick. This model works for them - they collect commissions on the few that sell. But it does not work for you. You got minimal marketing, minimal attention, and a HOME THAT DID NOT SELL. That's the cost of working with a volume-based agent. That's why your home DID NOT sell.
Dr. Jan Duffy vs Opendoor, HomeLight & Cash Buyers
Many sellers consider cash buyers like Opendoor, HomeLight, Offerpad, or "we buy houses" companies. Here's the real comparison:
Cash Buyers (Opendoor/HomeLight)
- • 70-85% of market value
- • 5-12% service fees
- • Heavy repair deductions
- • Close in 7-14 days
- • No marketing investment
- • You lose $30K-$60K+
On $400K home: ~$280K-$320K
Dr. Jan Duffy
- • 98.7% of asking price
- • No upfront fees
- • Strategic marketing
- • Close in 19 days average
- • $5,000+ marketing investment
- • You get $15K-$40K MORE
On $400K home: ~$395K
Your Previous Agent
- • Variable pricing
- • Standard commission
- • Minimal marketing
- • 63+ days (expired)
- • $100 marketing budget
- • Home did not sell
Result: Expired listing
The Bottom Line
Cash buyers like Opendoor and HomeLight offer speed but cost you $30,000-$60,000+ on a $400,000 home. They pay 70-85% of market value, charge 5-12% service fees, and make heavy deductions for repairs.
Dr. Jan Duffy's approach gets you 98.7% of asking price (average) and closes in 19 days. That's $15,000-$40,000 MORE than cash buyers, in similar timeframes. You get top dollar AND fast closing.
The only time cash buyers make sense: if you need to close in 7 days or less. Otherwise, my proven system gets you more money in similar timeframes.
DETAILED COMPARISON BREAKDOWN
Let's break down each category to understand exactly what your previous agent did vs. what I do:
Photography: iPhone vs. Professional
Your previous agent used iPhone photos. They spent $37 on photos, took a few quick shots, and called it done. The photos were dark, poorly lit, and DID NOT showcase your home's best features. Buyers saw these photos and scrolled past. Your home became invisible in a sea of listings.
I invest $3,700 in professional media. Professional photography showcases your home at its best. Twilight drone shots capture your property at golden hour. 3D virtual tours allow buyers to tour 24/7. Magazine-quality staging makes your home look like it belongs in a design magazine. Every photo is professionally edited. Every room is staged to perfection. This professional media is what attracts buyers and commands higher prices. This is what $3,700 buys you. This is what your previous agent DID NOT provide.
Marketing: Post and Pray vs. 97-Point System
Your previous agent used a "post to MLS and pray" strategy. They posted your listing to MLS, held maybe one open house, and disappeared. That's not marketing. That's negligence. Your home got minimal exposure, attracted few buyers, and expired.
I use a 97-point marketing system that leaves nothing to chance. Social media marketing blitz reaches thousands of potential buyers. Network activation reaches 500+ agents who can bring qualified buyers. Targeted Facebook and Google ads reach buyers actively searching for homes. Strategic open houses with buyer pre-qualification attract serious buyers. Email marketing campaigns reach qualified buyers in your price range. This comprehensive system ensures your home gets maximum exposure to qualified buyers. This is what $5,000+ buys you. This is what your previous agent DID NOT provide.
Follow-Up: Zero vs. Aggressive
Your previous agent had zero follow-up. Buyers saw your home, but your agent never followed up. Feedback disappeared. Opportunities were lost. Showings happened, but nothing came of them. Your agent DID NOT know why. They did not care. They moved on to the next listing.
I have an aggressive follow-up system that ensures every showing is tracked, every buyer is contacted, and every opportunity is maximized. I follow up within 2 hours of every showing. I collect feedback from every buyer. I create urgency through buyer psychology tactics. I do not wait for offers. I create them. I do not accept lowball offers. I negotiate them up. This aggressive follow-up is what turns showings into offers and offers into sales. This is how I get 98.7% of asking price average. This is how your previous agent got you expired.
Attention: 2.1% vs. 100%
Your previous agent had 47+ listings. You got 2.1% of their attention. They could not afford to invest $5,000+ in every listing. They could not provide aggressive follow-up on every showing. They could not manage every detail. They spread themselves thin, hoping something would stick. Your listing got lost in the shuffle.
I take maximum 6 listings at a time. You get 100% focus. Every listing gets the full treatment - professional marketing, aggressive follow-up, strategic negotiation. Nothing is left to chance. This focus is what separates successful sales from homes that DID NOT sell. This focus is what delivers results. This is what your previous agent DID NOT provide.
Results: Expired vs. Sold
Your previous agent got you expired. 63 days on market. 37 showings. 5 price drops. Zero offers. Then your home did not sell, and they made $0 while you lost $4,964 per month in holding costs. That's the result of minimal marketing, zero follow-up, and 2.1% attention.
I get you sold. 19 day average to contract. 98.7% of asking price. SOLD. That's the result of $5,000+ investment, aggressive follow-up, and 100% focus. The difference is not subtle. It's dramatic. And it's why I sell homes that DID NOT sell while they got you expired.
The Real Cost of Working with the Wrong Agent
The comparison above shows the difference in approach. But what's the real cost of working with the wrong agent?
Your Previous Agent's Cost to You
- • $4,964/month in holding costs while listing sat expired
- • $14,892 in lost holding costs over 3 months
- • Lost opportunity cost - could have sold and moved on
- • Emotional toll of failed listing
- • Stigma of HOME THAT DID NOT SELL making future sale harder
- • Market depreciation while listing sat
Total Cost: $14,892+ and counting
My Investment in Your Success
- • $5,000+ in professional marketing
- • 100% focus on your listing
- • Aggressive follow-up system
- • Strategic negotiation to maximize price
- • Complete escrow management
- • Proven results: 19 day average, 98.7% of asking
Result: SOLD in 19 days average
The real cost is not just the holding costs. It's the lost opportunity, the emotional toll, and the stigma. Working with the right agent eliminates these costs. Working with the wrong agent multiplies them. The choice is obvious.