• Personable? An agent who is 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 what they do and loves their job. • Servant? The best agents possess a strong desire to truly serve others. Their primary motive is not a to make a check but to see their clients achieve their desires with the property. Ask questions about why they do what they do? • Honest? Professional real estate agents build their reputation on high standards and good business practices. • Self-motivated? Real estate agents are commission-only business people. Successful agents work hard because what benefits their clients will eventually benefit them. • Problem Solver? Sometimes it takes creativity to properly showcase a home, develop engaging content, and negotiate a sale. An agent flexible enough to quickly address any marketing need is an asset to you. • Marketing Expertise? Marketing is king when it comes to getting the most money from selling your home. That's not always the top motivation in selling, but it is one of the top. Make sure your agent has the results of selling fast and for top dollar. Ask for statistics and look at their reviews. • 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 with high-resolution images of
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