Tips on How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent
Let’s face it — buying or selling a house is one of the most important personal business transactions you will make. It’s stressful, it’s emotional, and it’s a lot of work. That’s why choosing the right real estate agent with the experience to guide you through the process is key.
There’s no shortage of real estate agents vying for the job and finding the right one can feel overwhelming. A great agent should not only be up to date on the real estate market in your area but should be able to understand your unique needs and lead you to the perfect home. Follow these tips on how to choose the right real estate agent to make it a smooth experience for you:
Choose a Professional “Realtor”
The titles of an agent, broker, and Realtor are often used interchangeably. The term “Realtor” identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of Realtors and subscribes to its strict code of ethics. Not all agents or brokers are Realtors, choose a professional “Realtor”.
Check out the local housing market
Drive around the neighborhood and look for repeat agent names on real estate signs. Pop into a nearby open house and observe how the agent engages with potential buyers. Engage with the real estate agent to get a feeling of their personality and professional chemistry.
Track record and experience
Whether you’re looking for a Realtor to help you buy or sell a house, you don’t want to be part of someone’s learning curve. Great real estate agents never show up out of nowhere. Always ask a potential Realtor how long they’ve been licensed and how long they’ve worked in the area.
Scour The Web & Get References
Google. Yelp. Realtor.com. Check out their website. Find their reviews. Just because you have a friend who has a friend who is a real estate agent doesn’t mean you should work with that person. We live in an age when there is so much information at our fingertips, use your resources. Make sure your dreams are in trusted hands. – Realtor.com
Look for Passion, Honesty, Core Values
Review the agent’s marketing efforts for other properties they are selling. Listing materials, website, brochures, and signage. Look for passion, honesty, and core values. You want your real estate agent to be honest with you about what it’s going to take to get your home to sell faster and for the best price.
Questions to ask a Real Estate Agent:
– How long have you been in the real estate business?
– Do you work with a real estate team?
– How many clients are you actively working with at this time?
– Do you work with buyers or sellers?
– What will you do to market my home?
– Can you put me in contact with your references?
The best real estate agent relationships are those with clearly defined expectations. In writing make sure you’ve agreed upon the commission structure, list price, and contract length.
At Haus Paws, all of our agents are experienced real estate professionals. We strive to break down the real estate transaction to its essentials, simplifying the process that others overly complicate. When you choose Haus Paws, you’ll find the process of buying or selling a house straightforward and uncomplicated.
We provide the same services as other real estate brokers, but we have a different ending…We donate half of all our commissions to local animal rescues. We are saving lives with every home sold!
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