It really isn’t too terribly difficult to find a local real estate agent — many plaster their faces and contact information onto sponsored public benches, public buses, and yard signs, not to mention direct mail brochures or postcards as well as online ads everywhere. You need to do your research so that you can cut through all the advertising hype and find the right agent for you. That’s not to say it’s an easy task, however! You’ll need to do research on real estate agents in your area. For example, you’ll need to find agents who are experts in their fields, have plenty of experience working with buyers specifically, have an excellent track record with recommendations and positive reviews, etc. Here are some top tips you can use/follow to help you find a great buyer’s agent.
TIPS TO PICKING A GREAT REAL ESTATE AGENT
• Contact and interview. • Find an agent with knowledge of the area. • Research the agent’s level of experience. • Choose an agent with the right credentials. • Look at the agent’s recent home sales and current listings. • Reach out to the agent’s recent clients.
Tip 1: Contact and Interview
The first step to finding and hiring the right real estate agent is to actually contact one. You can do some research online, but it’s not hard to find local agents just by going for a walk or taking a drive or the bus in your neighborhood. Real estate agents get clients through successful sales and client referrals, but also
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