WITH THE RIGHT CREDENTIALS
Credentials are extremely important. Think about it for a minute. Would you hire an electrician without checking their credentials and qualifications? What about a doctor? They have their credentials and qualifications displayed on walls for patients to view in plain sight. The same goes for real estate agents. You need to ensure your potential agent possesses the licenses and certifications required for them to actually work as a qualified real estate agent. Some agents do get additional specialized training. As mentioned above, a real estate agent can also be a REALTOR®, which means they are an official member of the NAR.
TIP #4. REACH OUT TO RECENT CLIENT O RECENT CLIENTS
Both fantastic and not-so-fantastic real estate agents alike will get their fair share of reviews and feedback; however, not all will have recommendations or referrals. Research them yourself, or ask the agent to provide a list of what they have listed and sold within the past year, with contact information. Contact the reviewers, if possible, so you can get a better picture of the agent—especially how they work. Ask the reviewers about their particular experience working with the agent, and what you can expect. Further, ask about the original listing price of a home compared with the end sale price. The above tips will help you find the perfect agent to help you navigate the home-selling, home-search, and home-buying processes while you downsize. Soon you’ll be on your way to gaining the advantage in the overall downsizing process.
Remember, professional real estate agents wear many hats. They
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