Finding a real estate agent you are happy with
If you are moving to a new area, or the only real estate agents you know are ones you are not happy with, here are some tips to help you find the perfect one.
Get recommendations from friends or family about real estate agents they have worked with. This is a good stepping stone to get the feel for some agents that might or might not work for you.
Then, you should definitely interview 2 or 3 to find one you feel is perfect for you. If you are unhappy with the pressure tactics of one, or with the selling value one is quoting, move on. Make sure you are comfortable asking questions, even the “dumb ones”, because that shows you are probably a good match. You don’t want to feel reluctant asking questions because that can cost you in the long run.
How busy is he or she? You want to ensure that he or she will be able to devote the right amount of time to selling your house or helping you find a new one. And you want to ensure you are kept in the loop the entire time.
What if the house doesn’t sell? Check the contract before you sign to see how long you are locked into the realtor for and things including how many open houses are required etc.
Happy house hunting and selling!
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