the Canadian Real Estate Association®, it will be a bonus. However, ensure they have credentials relevant to your need(s).
RESEARCH LICENSING
Your province will have a license board for all active Realtors® and real estate agents, which you can easily access. You will also be able to see their contact information, disciplinary actions, complaints, or any other information you’ll need to help influence your decision, especially since most information is now posted online.
GIVE THE “WHAT ELSE” TEST
A good agent will know about all the other properties in the area. Also, a good agent always does their research regarding the events in the current market, and those homes out there for the taking. In short, you want an agent who’s an expert in the current market and someone who constantly stays on top of things.
RESEARCH THEIR BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Learning the type of market presence a real estate agent has is the best way to figure them out. Ideally, you will want an agent specializing in one or two real estate markets and understanding which homes and amenities are available within your price range. If you're uncomfortable asking the agent directly, you can unearth this information by asking them or the provincial licensing authority. You’re better off with an agent who’s engaged actively in one area and price range — e.g., residential homes around the $1,200,000 to $1,500,000 range or the $1,500,000 and up range.
GOING THE BUYER'S AGENT ROUTE
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