of connections includes home inspectors, quality service people, other brokers, and county officials. • Knowledgeable? Is the agent familiar with the current market and able to price your home strategically? Do they know what is unique about your neighborhood to distinguish your home from the competition? Do they know what to highlight in your area to attract buyers? • Organized? An agent must pay close attention to your specific needs, communicate well, and be quick to follow leads. • Personable? An agent who is sincerely interested in helping you will go the extra mile with a smile. They must be able to sell themselves to you as well as sell your home to a buyer. • Passionate? Some agents treat their job like a hobby or just a way to earn extra income. Find an agent who is passionate about what they do and loves their job. • Full Time This is a must. Don't ever make the mistake of the part time agent. You will not be the priority and they are often unavailable. • Tenacious? Successful agents possess a strong work ethic. They are efficient and take advantage of time-saving tools that help sell your home. • Honest? Professional real estate agents build their reputation on high standards and good business practices. • Self-motivated? Real estate agents are commission-only business people. Successful agents work hard because what benefits their clients benefits them. • Creative? Sometimes it takes creativity to properly showcase a home, develop engaging content, and
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