I can't say I've ever hired a handyman to screw in a light bulb. Of course I am the son of an electrician, so I've been doing it for quite some time.

I was licensed as a real estate sales person since the early 70's and passed the bar in the late 70's. I have purchased and sold several homes over the years and always used another agent. A lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client. 

If a real estate agent is challenged to change a light bulb I would most likely not hire them to represent me, Richard Alan Naggar 

As a real estate broker, I have purchased and changed many light bulbs in my 22+ year career. 

It's about knowing our capabilities, risk management, and knowing when to hire services.  

Some people want both, the best person and a deeply discounted price, and willing to scrub toilets, mow lawns, and yes, change light bulbs. 

I tend to stay within my own capabilities. I want things done right.

I've been known to replace light bulbs in listings... especially when they are vacant homes. It's all about know when and what kind of professional you need.

We have a handyman on staff, he uses a lot of lightbulbs.

I believe in hiring licensed professionals when they are called for BUT as a DIYer I have done my share of repairs on my own property that normally would require a licensed professional Richard Alan Naggar . All that being said: even though I WAS a licensed real estate broker I would hire a currently licensed realtor to sell my house when the time comes to sell.

I would.  I let them buy or list with me.

Even "I" can manage to screw in a light bulb.

How many psychologists does it take to change a light bulb?

Just one... but the light bulb has to really want to change!

Can't just call cousin Joe or uncle Billy?

With all the real estate news, my sense some folks are looking for the cheap fix and believe the hype selling real estate is so easy. 

If a ladder is involved, I'll get my husband to do it.

It all depends.  do unto others.....  If it is within my area of capability, i have been known to diy.. 

You could ask Lionel Richie to change the lightbulb but it would take all night long. 

For minor repairs, it's a handyman, larger issues, a professional in that respected field of practice.