but also understands your needs and will have your best interests at heart. The way the agent answers these questions should help you decide if he or she is the one you want to sign with or not. An agent that takes the time to talk to you and make sure you get all the information you need is usually an agent that will consider your transaction as important. Be mindful of your communication skills and how you ask these questions. Tread carefully, particularly around more experienced Realtors®; they might be insulted at some of your questions. If you do online research beforehand, you can use what you found as part of your interview process to show that you’ve done your homework. You don’t want to insult or offend an agent to the point where you lose the relationship you want.
CHOOSING A REAL ESTATE AGENT: AVOID THESE MISTAKES
When choosing and hiring a real estate agent, avoid the following:
• An agent that agrees with every crazy thing you suggest. A good real estate agent should be professional, tactful, and gently steer you in the right direction. • Believing all real estate agents know the same things. Remember, do your research! Not all agents are equal in terms of the knowledge, specialties, and education. • Choosing to work with a family member as your real estate agent. • Hiring the first real estate agent you interview or the first real estate agent with an impressive presentation. • Picking an agent who promises to keep your house as an
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