How to Hire the Best Agents...
Yvette is one of the most competent and well educated Realtors that I know. She may have more Realtor designations than any Realtor that I know! These are Yvette's tips for hiring the best agent to sell your home or help you buy a home.
Ever wonder what characteristics to look for in a real estate agent? Whether buying or selling here are a few....
Professional Agents:
- Are running a business and on a schedule
- Show up on time and expect you to do the same
- Work mostly by referral or recommendation
- Expect you to make a commitment to them
- Prepare a listing or buyer broker agreement outlining the terms of your contract
- Will know the neighborhoods and the inventory of homes
- Have good relationships with many of the other agents
- Are competent and work full-time
- Earn a living and work hard
- Respect your time and expect you to do the same
- Are available or make arrangements for coverage
- Have experienced most issues and can offer advice
- Will Tell you when you need to get other professional advice (e.g., lawyer, accountant, home inspector)
- Contact you even though they might have bad news
- Typically have a good sense of humor
Yvette Chisholm, Associate Broker, MD, DC, VA
Alan Bruzee, Associate Broker, MD, DC, VA
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Rockville/King Farm Office 301-548-9700
402 King Farm Blvd #150 Rockville, MD 20850Telephone: 301-758-9500
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