Locating the right real estate agent takes weighing experience and chemistry. You want to pick someone you like—after all, you might use the next six months working together. But your agent also needs to be able to protect your financial constraints. A good agent will incorporate intently to your check list and won’t waste energy on properties that don’t fit your needs.
Don’t just call the first agent whose bench sign you come across. Ask friends and colleagues for references (and check them!). Interview at least four agents to find the one with the experience, skill and personality that matches your goals.
Most experts recommend five or more years of experience. Make sure the agent is licensed by the state and does the job full-time.
Real estate is a local game, and to win you need someone who focuses in the areas where you’re looking to purchase. Not only will they be up on market trends, they’ll know about local schools, commute times, and under-the-radar red flags, like the solid-waste transfer station that’s been proposed for the neighborhood.
Inquire about what’s currently on the market in your price range; they should be able to list a few properties. And ask for a list of houses they’ve handled in your target neighborhood that includes not just what the property sold for, but also the price at which it was originally listed.
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