When selecting a Realtor, consumers generally consider many factors including how long someone has had their license.
The real estate market is recovering according to most analyst reports I've seen and my own observations. With that comes a new generation of real estate related professionals eager to participate in the market.
That, along with so much marketing on the topic of selecting the "right" professional leads me to a few questions and observations.
Is there a magic amount of time one must meet in order to accumulate experience? Most people I know would say opportunities for learning and growth abound every day.
How many years in the industry dictates retirement? Some people would argue that once you reach saturation, one becomes less effective.
What is the correct number of successful transactions one must have to be experienced? To that, many would argue you must also consider the failed transactions - provided the lessons were learned.
How must an experienced person dress? Some would reason that the representation and power come from the heart and mind, not the clothing.
How much time must a person devote to their work daily? For many in the real estate industry, every day is a work day.
How much of the market must the agent dominate? Your personal attention might be better served by an independent broker.
The answers to these questions are best left to the consumer. It may very well be a family member, a friend, someone they heard about or a new acquaintance who is the best choice.
My recommendation has always been that you must decide who will best represent your needs. It may be someone who just got their license, someone who has decades of experience or someone in the middle.
There are resources for sanity checking your decision before committing. For example, verifying the state license, examining their website, calling their references and even here; reading their thoughts on ActiveRain blogs can help you feel more comfortable.
Real estate is a significant undertaking for sellers, buyers and investors. Take comfort in your selection and know that as individuals and as an industry, we work for the consumer.
As always, let's foresee the possibilities . . . and get results!
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