The real estate agent you choose to buy or sell a home will make a huge difference in the experience. Working with a great real estate agent can make the process fast, easy, and painless—while working with a mediocre one can make it extremely stressful.
So, the question is, how exactly do you go about finding a great real estate agent?
• Ask for referrals from friends, neighbors, and family… Referrals are an excellent way to find a great real estate agent. Have any of your friends, neighbors, or family members recently purchased or sold a home? If so, ask them about their experience with their agent. If it was a positive experience, have them give you an introduction.
• …or from your previous agent. If you’re moving to a new area—and have purchased or sold a home in the past—your previous agent can also be a great source for referrals. Ask your agent if they know and can recommend anyone in the area you’re moving to. If they do, ask them to make an introduction.
• Define what “great” means to you—and find someone that meets your definition. There’s no one-size-fits-all definition for what makes a great real estate agent. So, if you want to find a great real estate agent, define what extraordinary means to you. Then find an agent that aligns with your definition. For example, is it important that you work with an agent with a high sales volume? Someone with experience in a specific neighborhood? Or maybe your must-have characteristic is someone that provides unparalleled customer service. Whatever it is you’re looking for in an agent, define it from the get-go. This way, you can find an agent that will deliver precisely what you’re looking for.
