A Few Key Questions to Ask Realtors you are Interviewing.
Don’t you owe it to yourself to take the time to interview 2-3 agents to find your best fit; someone who is going to listen, have relevant and current experience and be your advocate throughout the purchase process?
The following questions will help you in the process of interviewing buyer’s agents; you’re about to undergo what is likely your most expensive purchase to date.
1. How long have you been involved in real estate?
2. How many personal real estate transactions have you had? Do you own your own home?
3. Why did you get involved in real estate?
4. What advanced training and education have you undertaken to hone your skills? What designations do you have?
5. What technologies do you utilize to streamline the purchase process for your clients?
6. How are you different from other Realtors?
7. Will you be working & communicating directly with me?
8. Do you work most often with buyers or sellers?
9. How readily accessible will you be? Do you have time for new clients?
10. How are you compensated?
11. How will you negotiate the best price for me?
12. Can you provide me with at least 3 references?
Check out Cheryl’s Responses here, and think about these question before you start working with a Realtor!
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Cheryl has been been buying and selling real estate since 1993. She loves to help buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals and currently she represents clients from San Francisco to San Mateo County. "I take pride in helping clients navigate through the sale or purchase of a property, negotiating the best price and terms, as well as ensuring that all the details will be smoothly handled." Contact her at cheryl@cbower.com for more information.
