Personable? Agents who are 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 real estate and loves the job. 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 of business practices. Self-motivated? Real estate agents are commission-only business' people. Successful agents work hard because if it benefits their clients, it benefits them. Creative? Sometimes, it takes creativity to properly showcase a home, develop engaging content, and negotiate a sale. An agent who can quickly address any marketing need is an asset to you. Tech-savvy? Agents well-versed in the latest technology for marketing homes should have a website, social media setup, user- friendly home search options, and quality presentations online. Different? Real estate agents come in many different shapes, sizes, personality types, and work ethic. Which listing agent is right for you? When interviewing a listing agent there are certain things to look for, one of the first things I would look for is someone to hold my hand and guide me through the entire sales process from start to finish. Another thing I would look for is to make sure the agent is willing to invest in professional marketing (Professional marketing is essential for maximizing a property's exposure, attracting qualified buyers, and ultimately achieving a successful
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