In 2009 in Denver:
An average "Realtor" closed sale got 91% of asking price. My average sale got 94.5% using my original recommended asking price or 3.5% more dollars in the Seller's pocket.
Average agent closed 4.5 deals. I closed 25 demonstrating higher activity and commitment to the business (but not my best year).
Average agent took 97 days to get to a contract. I only took 58 days or was 40% more efficient saving my clients aggravation and time in the process.
One thing I did note and which will help my clients even more is that 80% of the out of town lenders closed an average of 6 days late (how much does storage cost when moving across the country?). ALL, as in 100% of the local lenders closed on time (the agreed to closing day). This information will be vital for a seller when reviewing and accepting a contract.