Locating the right realtor takes weighing licensing and ability to get alone. You want to choose someone you can trust—after all, you might pass the next four months side by side. But your agent also needs to be able to safeguard your financial needs. A good agent will listen earnestly to your goals and won’t waste time on properties that don’t fit your needs.
Don’t just call the first agent whose lawn sign you see. Ask friends and family members for references (and check them!). Interview at least three agents to find the one with the experience, skill and personality that matches your needs.
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 works in the areas where you’re looking to invest. 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 houses. And ask for a list of houses they’ve listed 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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