I need an agent that will represent me!
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I am looking for a good real estate agent that will represent me. I am in the under 500k market and a not a first-time home buyer.
What were the questions that you asked of the potential? What set your agent apart from the rest? What were some key statements that turned you off? Example: One of the agents told me that she was there to manage my expectations. I was really turned off by this statement and it was a red flag that she was not acting in my best interest. |
Anonymous
| It's tough. I have been in the same place before. Some ideas - new agents because they need business, research as much as you can on your own so that you are pretty much representing yourself with the help of the agent. |
Anonymous
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I think you want someone that's bought/sold a lot of homes in the specific area (if you have one) that you're looking to buy in near your particular price point. That peson will be able to provide the best insight into whether a house is priced correctly.
Things that turned me off: agents that try to push their financing people off on me. No thank you, I will shop for the best deal and use that person. I second doing a lot of work yourself though and not relying solely on the agent. No one is more interested in a good outcome for you than you. |
Anonymous
| What area, op? |
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I'm really sorry that you interviewed an agent that did not positively represent our profession.
To answer your question about finding a good realtor: Ask around. Interview agents that received favorable feedback from friends, co-workers, neighbors. When you speak with the agent, address your biggest concerns and see how they respond. Do you have a young family so staging & showings pose a great challenge for you? Was this an investment property that just isn't working out? Ask them how they would address whatever concerns you have, and do ask what their strategy would be in such a case. Be very leery of agents that promise the moon.. find an agent that gives you an honest assessment, has a can-do attitude, and problem solves FOR you. It's his/her job to help you achieve your goals so seek an agent that you believe will do this for you. Selling or buying your home is challenging because it is both personal as well as a business transaction so you will be able to find an agent that you will protect your best interests in both capacities. I promise you that there are many fantastic realtors out there. MANY. |
Anonymous
| OP here, I am looking in DC. Honestly, I am so scared and just don't want to sink money into an over inflated market. |
Anonymous
I highly recommend these guys: http://www.mattandheatherdc.com/ |
Anonymous
Thank you. |
Anonymous
PP here- I am not them! But have worked with Heather and she's really good. |
Anonymous
| Is this some weird sock puppet ad? |
Anonymous
I posted the link. Nope- I just thought she was looking for some names of agents who work in her area and price range. (Jeff can attest if needed!) |