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How to Find a Real Estate Agent

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Real Estate Agent with Re/Max Realty 100 Milwaukee Wisconsin

So, you’ve decided to sell your house.  You will need to interview potential real estate agents to help you through the process. You will need to trust someone to set the market value on one of the largest assets that you own. 

You need to feel comfortable with that person.  Beware of agents that start bragging about themselves and their success. These are important considerations when deciding on the right agent, however, you first need to know they care about what YOU need and what you expect from the sale.  If the agent is not interested in finding out about your needs, then no matter how successful they are, they may seem like they are not listening to you.

Look for someone who comes in prepared well enough to explain the current real estate market and patient enough to take the time to show you how the present market may impact the sale of your home.  That person needs to be a “teacher” to you and must be willing to take the time to tell  you what you can expect during the sale of your home, not just someone who is trying to sell you on how great they are.  Make sure that the agent has a personal interest and knowledge of your needs, time frame and expectations! 

You have lots of agents to choose from.  Get recommendations from people that you know.  Make sure that the agent is knowledgeable about  the area in which you live. Sit down with that agent and get to know him.  You need to feel comfortable with putting the sale of your home in the hands of someone you can trust!

Clay R. Seay
Florida Homes Realty & Mortgage - Saint Augustine, FL

Kevin, good points on finding an agent. It is important to ask you friends or family who they have used in the past. Having a pesonal meeting with several agents to find a good fit is improtant.

Feb 03, 2014 06:52 AM
Barbara Altieri
Better Homes and Gardens RE Shore and Country Properties - Shelton, CT
REALTOR-Fairfield County CT Homes/Condos For Sale

Kevin -- Great post.  Prospective clients need to know what we can do for them. I agree that agents should have a strong market knowledge and educate.  It's so important that prospects understand the process.

Feb 03, 2014 09:37 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Kevin Dale Marciniak

I think the track records of agents is a huge plus. You guys are some of the best there is

Jan 14, 2015 12:13 PM