November 9, 2007
Tips to Find a Good Agent
When you are looking into buying a new home or selling your old home you can do it alone or you can hire an agent. If you have the time to do it yourself you can save a chunk of change about 5% the average commission amount you pay! Like most of us if you do not have time to do the homework yourself the best way is to hire a good agent. Where do you find a good agent?
The first thing to do is ask friends, family members and neighbors if they have anyone they recommend. Referrals are the best way because the person that made the referral more then likely worked with that agent and had a good experience.
The next thing you want to keep in mind is finding someone close to your area that has had a lot of previous sales. If they are close to you it makes it a lot easier to work with them and if they have had a lot of sales in the past you know they are experienced! You want to go after one of the top producers in your community that ensures they are familiar with your market.
Keeping all of these things in mind will send you on the right track to finding a good agent! Good luck!