Picking a Realtor® that Suits Your Needs

Picking a Realtor® that suits your needs is an important part of buying and selling real estate. So, how do you pick a real estate agent who will suit your needs? Many factors add to the success of buying and selling homes; therefore, before you begin asking your friends or hunting online, I have some tips that can help you select the perfect agent.

Tips for picking a Realtor® to suit your needs:

√ Do your research on websites that agent reviews like Zillow.

√ Get recommendations from family and friends who you trust. Just make sure to ask those who have recently bought or sold a home.

√ Look for a agent who specializes in what you need. If you need a million dollar listing, look for a million dollar agent. If you are looking for a home in the $200,000 range, look for agents who typically buy and sell in that range.

√ Outline your expectations and needs in advance so there are not any surprises down the road.

√ Never let your family or friends in on the process. A real estate transaction is serious and you don’t want to jeopardize your relationship with family or friends.

√ Be sure of what you want and what you need before searching for the perfect agent.

√ Try not to hire an agent who is trying to sell you a property they represent. They may not be perfect for your needs if they are trying to fill the needs of the seller at the same time.