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I know several Realtor's, how do I choose ONE?!

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX of Spokane 77217

When I was studying to take the test for my real estate license, a friend asked me " I know several Realtor's, how do I chose ONE?"

At the time, I believe I said " I don't know..." or something brilliant like that. But after 8 years in the business, I have some clear answers to that same question. Here are my suggestions when choosing a Realtor, whether you know them or not!

  • Interview them
  • Ask for references
  • Ask them about their performance history
  • Choose someone who you communicate well with
  • Review their marketing materials
  • Hire someone you have confidence in, not just because they are a friend or relative, or for that matter, not a friend or relative...
  • Be honest as far as what your process is (I am interviewing 3 agents...)

Another sensitive subject... Do I chose someone who offers a discount?... Do I ask for one?

My answer to that is... probably not. My brother sold me 4 homes before I got into the business. I never asked him for a discount of any kind, because I knew that is is quite expensive running your own business and being self-employed as Realtors are. I knew this because my father was a broker for many years. We work long hard hours, and sometimes... you get what you pay for. However, just be sure this is not your driving point when deciding- as we only get paid if your house sells!

I always count it a privilege when I get the opportunity to work with people who already know, like and trust me.

 

Posted by

BethAnn Long, REALTOR, CRS, e-PRO, CLHMS

RE/MAX of Spokane

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Comments (5)

Ann Sabbagh
Seacoast Mortgage Corporation, RI (20021119LB & 20031576LL), MA (MC2107) & CT - Pawtucket, RI
President, Sr. Loan Officer

Great advice BethAnn!  I always say a referral is the best way to select anyone: a CPA, financial planner, realtor, loan officer, insurance agent, home inspector, hair dresser (!), .....  Great post!

Sep 09, 2010 02:51 PM
Stanley Stepak
Howard Hanna - Avon Lake, OH - Avon Lake, OH
Realtor - Avon Lake, Avon, Bay Village, Westlake,

Great advice. Sellers should work with people that they are comfortable with.  People that respect them, who are straight forward as to what the situation is for them, and people who have both a solid communication and marketing plan.

Sep 09, 2010 02:51 PM
Michael Ford
Coldwell Banker Heritage Homes - Marion, AR
Matching Families with Homes

BethAnn really nice blog.  If its ok I want to share this with my agents in a sales meeting. 

Sep 09, 2010 02:56 PM
BethAnn Long
RE/MAX of Spokane - Spokane, WA
Realtor, CRS, e-PRO, CLHMS Spokane Wa Real Estate

Yes Mike :) Thank you!

Sep 09, 2010 03:00 PM
John Sweeney
Crye-Leike Elite Realtors - Jackson, TN

Great advice, I do believe that when we are working with one client we are in a way working with all the possible future clients.  There are, of course, two type of "referrals."  Most people are going to talk about their experience in buying and selling to their friends. 

Sep 09, 2010 10:27 PM