2006-07-08 06:52:54 · 8 answers · asked by blautotek 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Always make sure that the realtor you use is completely sold out to help you. If you have one that is only working part time for some extra money every now and then...you have a problem. I like to find someone who is working to provide for their family and work hard. I always ask about their lifestyle. You will always do better with someone who will work hard for you because they are in the buisness to earn money and provide for their family. A part-time realtor will not give you the time needed to help sale or buy property.
2006-07-08 07:01:54 · answer #1 · answered by Tyranus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you check references. Ask your friends who have moved who they used, then interview them. After the other qualities that people have mentioned, I think the most important is in experience in proper marketing and especially in the price etc negotiation phase. Also, if they have worked for several years as a Realtor, they should know the neighborhoods as well as encountered/experianced all the different buyer/seller situations which can come up.
2006-07-08 14:11:56 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best realtor gives attention to the details. Being detail oriented helps them provide the most comprehensive service to buyers and sellers. They are knowledgeable about the area they "farm", they know the schools, the markets, the people, the properties, the values, and the process. They are willing to make arrangements for all the inspections for you. They have comprehensive checklists that streamline the process. The bugs are in the details.
2006-07-08 14:18:05 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Results.
I had a realtor who has an unbelievable reputation. Seemed like a genuine guy. Never caught him in a lie. Made a great appearance. Usually answered his cell phone. In 9 months he showed my house once. He never brought anyone to me that hadn't specifically asked to see my house. (no run off business.)
My new realtor is always in a rush to get to her next call or appointment. She is a little less "put together." I rarely get her the first time I call. BUT she has brought me about 8 potential clients in about 8 weeks (in a lesser market.) Almost everyone that she has brought me has been interested in another house, but she thought it was worthwhile to show them mine as well. I'll be happy to write a comission check with her name on it!
2006-07-08 18:31:27 · answer #4 · answered by clueless 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to look for a realtor that is in it for the buyer. I know of some that will ask you what you would like to pay and if you say Id only like to pay this but Id be willing to pay more they will tell the seller not to take your offer because you can get more money out of them whether its worth it or not.
2006-07-08 13:58:50 · answer #5 · answered by Jbryant 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a good listener. a realtor who really listens to and gets what you need/want, not what they want to sell you, and will advocate on your behalf.
2006-07-08 13:56:35 · answer #6 · answered by Lucy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honesty.
2006-07-08 13:56:11 · answer #7 · answered by sa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
trustworthiness
2006-07-08 13:55:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋