are relevant to your need(s).
RESEARCH LICENSING
Each province provides a website for the council which you can easily access. In Alberta its RECA.ca, you will be able to determine if the agent is actively licensed and it shows any disciplinary actions that can help influence your decision — especially since most of the information is now posted online.
GIVE THE “WHAT ELSE” TEST
A good agent will know about all the other properties for sale in the area. Also, a good agent always does their research regarding the events in the current market, and those homes that are out there for the taking. In short, you want an agent who’s an expert of the current market, and someone who always stays on top of things. For a buyer it can sometimes be hard to choose a home, you may feel fearful that a better one will come up tomorrow but working with a good agent that has your best interest will give you the right advice and the confidence to make a decision.
RESEARCH THEIR BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Learning the type of market presence that a real estate agent has is the best way to figure them out. Ideally, you’re going to want an agent who specializes in one or two real estate markets, and who understands which types of homes and amenities are available within your price range. You can unearth this information by asking them or by asking the provincial licensing authority if you’re not comfortable with asking the agent directly. Don't be afraid to ask the agent questions about what areas they have sold homes in before. Remember Real Estate is local and each community has different pros and cons, the agent you choose should know them all.
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