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13 WAYS TO SPOT A PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with people first...then business Ran Right Realty 636943 licensed to thrill

In every profession, there are people who stand out and they are called professionals. Professional defined: one who has special education, who possesses distinctive qualities with confidence, one who practices their highest being. All these convey an extraordinary person in their field. A person who becomes a professional has developed themselves into a proftible marketable value

PROFESSIONAL

PRO...for short A professional or a real pro as we call them earned the meaning of the above words. They live them. When you see a anyone practicing traits as described, you are moved to recognize a professional at work whatever field of endeavor they are in.

PROS EXPRESS AND IMPRESS

I have seen professional cooks, electricians, plumbers, escrow and title officers, doctors, nurses, bus drivers, retail personnel, military officers and many more who change your life just by them being professional in what they do. It is not something you easily forget. How a person CONDUCTS themselves in their profession contributes to their being called a professional. They leave that special impression.

How to spot a professional Real Estate Agent..........

1. Stands out for a good reason. More than just a person who has a license. They like what they do and it shows up in their daily life. Well rounded, inviting, approachable and likable.

2. Knows what they are talking about and more importantly..... knows when they do not know something and says so. Its called credibility.

3. Can genuinely listen and then decide to comment or not. When called upon, can focus and do their part without hesitation

4. Is available. In Real Estate, the largest transaction of a persons life, everyone wants an agent that is available. Bears repeating that ALL PARTIES to the transaction want this. Knows better than to not respond realizing that in Real Estate communications are vital and sets example for this

5. Experience fills the air wherever a pro goes promoting a confidence.  If a new professional agent is at work, their eagerness to learn and please is what the newbie employs on their way to gaining experience and the result makes their moves look very attractive.

6. When a pro speaks, they demonstrate how they will represent you. After-all, they will negotiate for your best interests and if you like them, so will others too. Speaks directly, plainly, clearly with eye contact and to the point.

7. Can explain what they do, how they do it, and why in just a few brief seconds. It was known as the business card test. If you cannot explain everything on your business card in 3-5 seconds, it just ain't you!

8. Can comment on what things cost or find out and get back to you. Either way, that makes an impression. A pro on the go!

9. Doesn't bring up money ever. In fact, they are the last to bring up the subject. You want them and it is understood they reasonably charge for services. You are glad to have found them and they are content to do what they love knowing the results will follow

10. Is current on what is going on in the market and can comment in layman's terms. Can explain where we are going and how to get there.

11. Knows their documents and what is needed in writing to support, protect and accomplish a successful transaction.

12. Ethics, honesty and integrity leak out of their pores.  Pros are not bound by ritual or mechanics and can also think out of the box. If things get rough & tough, they can finish what was started. They can be counted on to get you to the promised land. It's over when it is over is their thinking

13. NO EXCUSES...pros do or do not do something...Excuses are not allowed How to spot a professional Real Estate Agent?.......

These are just a few of the things to look for Oh, and by the way, these Professional agents are looking for you too!

Comments (97)

Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Allen

No excuses . . .  . Just get done is a the hallmark of a real estate professional.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Apr 08, 2017 07:29 PM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Allen

Congratulations on the feature for an informitive post.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Apr 08, 2017 07:31 PM
Anonymous
Helena Kaucheck

Wonderful post! Thoroughly enjoyed reading the blog!

Apr 08, 2017 09:23 PM
#72
Kimo Jarrett
Cyber Properties - Huntington Beach, CA
Pro Lifestyle Solutions

A very excellent post from a very excellent professional. All the best to your continued success. I personally liked #7 but 3-5 seconds for an elevator ad takes a fast-talking agent, doesn't it? 

Apr 08, 2017 11:45 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Hello Lou Ludwig ...Thank you Lou

Hello Helena...good of you to stop in H.K.

Hello Kimo Jarrett ...I hear you. I support quality now a days not quantity thus no fast-talkers

Apr 09, 2017 06:19 AM
Drick Ward Property Management / Broker Assoc
NEPTUNE REALTY - Virginia Beach, VA
"RealtorDrick" - Experienced Representation

I must admit, I approached your post with some skepticism, based on the title.  Who does this guy think he is? Well, let's see what he's got to say... I'm sincerely glad I read it.  Articulate, thoughtful, and most importantly, accurate and helpful.  Outstanding, thanks for sharing.

Apr 09, 2017 01:12 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Hello Drick Ward ...I like your cut Drick. Thanks for visiting & commenting

Apr 09, 2017 01:45 PM
John Dotson
Preferred Properties of Highlands, Inc. - Highlands, NC - Highlands, NC
The experience to get you to the other side!

Richie, we all need to be reading this every morning when we get up - and then strive to hit every point.

 

These are GREAT!!

Apr 09, 2017 09:03 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Not everyone in Florida has a driver license but they do have a real estate license!  Not every real estate licensee is a professional  however using your post as a standard will help them become one!

Apr 10, 2017 06:13 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

                                                 GENTLEMAN'S SECTION

Hello John Dotson ...Once practiced, they make a home in you guranteed...best

Hello Gary L. Waters, Broker Owner, Waters Realty of Brevard, LLC ...your commenting stands & thank you Gary

Apr 10, 2017 06:29 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Congrats on the featured blog post Richie. I think the advice to listen is some of the best advice there is.

Apr 10, 2017 07:37 AM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Hi there Sybil Campbell ...I think you are right Sybil...Listening opens doors

Apr 10, 2017 07:39 AM
Derrick Guevremont
Counselor Realty of Rochester - Rochester, MN
Rochester MN Homes for Sale

Never speak about money.

Apr 11, 2017 05:21 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Derrick Guevremont ...you rule

Apr 11, 2017 06:53 PM
Sharon Parisi
United Real Estate Dallas - Dallas, TX
Dallas Homes

 "No excuses" is  huge!  Being a professional is about responsibility.  My dad used to tell me that professionals work until the job is done no matter how long it takes. Great post!

Apr 19, 2017 09:32 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Hi there Sharon Parisi ...Your dad practiced & built-on solid principals

Apr 20, 2017 06:43 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Richie, I am here because of Praful digging in the archives:)) I guess he did not have to go real far:) great post and sorry I missed it the first time around, Endre

May 13, 2017 09:56 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Praful let us know tonight that Richie is a true professional who knows what he is talking about.

Thanks for sharing the secrets.

bob

May 13, 2017 10:15 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

LOVE this post, Richie Alan Naggar and all of these points are spot-on! I especially like #12. Ethics, honesty and integrity leak out of their pores.  AMEN!

May 13, 2017 10:29 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Hello Endre Barath, Jr. ...good of you to stop in Endre

Bob Crane ...always good to see you Bob

Hi there Debe Maxwell, CRS ...I do believe your pores make the point 

May 14, 2017 07:01 AM