Real estate agents are generally warm people and love to work with their clients. However, there are some folks who tend to cross the line. There are a few simple protocols that one can follow while looking for houses for sale. Some of these protocols are:
Searching the Agents Online
When the buyer is looking to determine the credentials of the agent, he/she can look at Relator.com or similar websites that are dedicate for such kind of services to ensure that the real estate agents they are talking to are adequately qualified. The agents found in these websites are expected to stick to the highest ethical standards.
Interviewing the Agents
After getting enough recommendations from friends and neighbors, it is a good practice to select minimum three real estate agents. During the interview process, the home buyer should ask all the necessary questions for clarification and ensure that all their queries are clarified. Also, the potential buyer should be satisfied with the answers. Overall, it is important for the home buyer and the real estate agent to be on the same page before making the right decision.
Staying on Top of the Appointments
The potential home buyer should be courteous and expect the real estate agents to not drop what they are doing and come behind the customer to make the business transaction. If the buyer is running late, the buyer should call the agent and let him/her know that he will be late.
Think Twice Before Selecting a Friend
As seen in multiple fields, it is important for a home buyer to not mix a professional job with personal relationships. Discussing your financial situation with your friend and taking a lackadaisical approach with the friend will hit the friendship and will not show any kind of improvement in the overall process of selecting the right house.
Checking for the Professional Awards
It is best for the buyer to check for real estate agents who have professional awards for their work in this field. Agents who have won these professional awards are always in demand and ensure that the right kind of job is done for the potential buyer. Along with professional awards, it is a good practice to check the experience of the agent before making the decision of hiring the agent.
Know the Team Members
It is important for the buyer to know if the real estate agents work solo or in a team of agents. If it is the latter, it is important for the home buyer to know all the team members. This is important for a security point of view. Some of the team members might make some unwanted moves on the potential buyers.
Evaluating the Marketing Techniques
Some of the selling/marketing techniques used by the real estate agents might be unethical. These techniques might land the buyer in trouble in the future, as well. Also, look at how the new marketing techniques is being integrated in their selling plan. How much social media they use is also an important factor that needs consideration.
Conclusion
Finally, the most important point to consider is that the buyer should ensure that the right kind of agreement is signed between him/her and the real estate agents. This helps in securing the future of the buyer. If the agent asks for a token advance, it should be given only if the agreement papers are signed. All the tips shown above help in making the right noise when it comes to selecting the real estate agents. Also, it is a good habit to look at the internet before making the choice.
About the Publisher
Bo Kauffmann is a residential real estate agent with over 18 yrs experience in helping buyers and sellers achieve their goals. Inducted into the REMAX Hall of Fame in 2010 and receiving the REMAX Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, Bo has sold over 500 houses and condos in the Greater Winnipeg market. He is an accredited buyer representative (A.B.R.) and a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist.
Bo provides exceptional service to First-Time Home-Buyers, Seniors looking to downsize and Home Sellers of all ages.
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