Must haves for a Listing Real Estate Agent in Winston Salem

In this series we are answering the 6 questions about hiring a real estate agent for sale in Winston Salem. The Carolina Crew, Inc. of Keller Williams Realty in Winston Salem is an experienced and highly qualified listing team. In this mini series of blog posts we will answer these top six questions about hiring a listing agent:

1)    What are the must-have qualifications, systems, and tools that a seller should look for in a REALTOR when listing their home for sale in Winston Salem?

2)    What are the typical terms and conditions that are addressed in a listing contract with a REALTOR?

3)    What is the best place or website where potential sellers can obtain feedback and reviews on a REALTOR from previous clients?

4)    Obviously, the REALTOR fees can be substantial for home sellers in the Winston Salem area. Are they worth it to potential sellers who might be considering a "for sale by owner" (FSBO), etc.?

5)    What training do REALTORs have that differ from non-REALTORS, is their a difference?

6)    What are some of the key topics to consider for a smooth and successful selling experience with a REALTOR in Winston Salem, i.e. what should a seller be prepared to do in order to help and how important is the personality mix between seller and agent?

In this post I will address and answer question number one:

Q: What are the must-have qualifications, systems, and tools that a seller should look for in a REALTOR when listing their home for sale in Winston Salem? 

A: In my opinion if you are hiring an agent to help you sell one of your largest investments then they need experience. Today's real estate market is dynamic. It is important to list with someone who can leverage their experience to help you get sold for the most amount of money in the least amount of time. With that being said, a new agent can be a great selection if your property needs some intense marketing. New agents tend to have a lot of time to market a listing because they do not have a lot of clients. Conversely, while they have a lot of time, their marketing budget is probably low at this stage in their career. Ultimately, an experienced listing agent with knowledge of how to avoid the kinks of selling and a history of problem solving will be a sound bet when considering a REALTOR to hire.