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Answers (20)
- Antoinette Iemma, "AIEMMA"
- Contributions:93
My advice is the same regardless of locale. Interview at least 3 Realtors and ask questions that you feel are most important to your situation. It sounds to me that timing is crucial so ask about Days On Market (DOM). This will tell you how long a property took to sell from listing date to closing. Also, since you are relocating you might be using a relocation company? If so they will be instrumental in choosing a Realtor that is best suited to getting the job done. Remember to use someone you are comfortable with and who will represent your best interests. Good luck.
- Christine McDaniel, "Christine McDaniel"
- Contributions:414
I wouldn't be looking on Zillow as many here suggested. Ask family and friends for referrals. Interview several agents and go with who you are most comfortable with. If you price it right your home will sell quickly.
- Dan Liese
- Contributions:8
Interview them and have a set of questions (that are important to you) for them to answer. Some basics that are important.
1. Must be full time with at least 5 full time years in the business.
2. Must know your market area (quiz them on schools, amenities etc)
3. Have a very good track record of sales, don't let them quote the office records as this has nothing to them as each agent works for themselves the other agents in office don't care about your listing unless they have a buyer and then if they do they represent the buyer.
4. Have them show you their marketing plan (that they pay for and do for each listing.
Good luck if you want me to interview some agents for you drop me an email. No charge.
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1. Must be full time with at least 5 full time years in the business.
2. Must know your market area (quiz them on schools, amenities etc)
3. Have a very good track record of sales, don't let them quote the office records as this has nothing to them as each agent works for themselves the other agents in office don't care about your listing unless they have a buyer and then if they do they represent the buyer.
4. Have them show you their marketing plan (that they pay for and do for each listing.
Good luck if you want me to interview some agents for you drop me an email. No charge.
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- Rochelle Mezzano, "RochelleMezzano"
- Contributions:242
Do you owe more on your home than it is worth? Do you have any mail from agents in your mailbox? If so, that means they are spending money on marketing and that's a good indication that they will spend money to market your home, too. If you owe more on your home than it is worth, be sure to ask the agent to disclose how many listings they lost to foreclosure before signing on the dotted line. Hope this helps, and good luck.
- Peggy Banks, "Peggy Banks"
- Contributions:522
I think what you want to find is an agent who will market the home the best. Find a few different top agents names in your area then Google there name with the word Realtor in the search. This will show which agent knows how to market themselves the best. If they do that well, They will know how to market your home. Then it will come down to the price. You need to price it to sell.
- Michael Watkins, "Michael Watkins"
- Contributions:305
In Texas, Finding the right agent to reach your goals is about finding someone who will provide you with an honest and frank acessment of the value of your home as it relates to the current market trends.
Calling the office manager of a larger well known company in the area is a good place to start. describe what you are looking for in the firm and how important experience and knowledge of the particular area that your home is located is to you and go meet a couple of the top listing agents.
Finding the right person to get the job done right is worth the time spent.
Calling the office manager of a larger well known company in the area is a good place to start. describe what you are looking for in the firm and how important experience and knowledge of the particular area that your home is located is to you and go meet a couple of the top listing agents.
Finding the right person to get the job done right is worth the time spent.
- Seth Captain, "CaptainSeth"
- Contributions:142
OMG. This is an easy one! Whoever has the biggest ad in the yellow pages is always the best realtor. This is proven by many informal studies.
- Roslyn Ashford, "wdchomestager"
- Contributions:33
my opinion is to check out your neighborhood and record the names of the realtors you see on the signs. when you start seeing the same names over and over, then are probably getting close to the top sellers in your area. i was advised that in every community, 20% of the realtors sell 80% of the properties - and you will probably see those 20% on the signs in the neighborhood.
good luck! happy selling!
good luck! happy selling!
- Sharon Lewis, "Sharon Lewis"
- Contributions:3914
I dont think its about the top selling agent, i think its about finding the agent who can do a strong comparative market analysis to show you suggestions where you house should be priced at, its about your house be 'show ready' and location,well , it is what it is. Clean up the house, pack your stuff away, bring in a stager for an hour and price it to beat out your competition.
- Laura Coffey, "SCV ReMax Realtor"
- Contributions:278
I would also figure out the top two companies in your area via the internet and signs you see. Call the office and speak with the office manager and see who they recommend in terms of performance level as well as customer service. There are plenty of agents that are on the top but how do they treat you? Internet marketing is key but you also need someone who is experienced and knows contracts. If you are leaving the area you do not want to come back because you are in a law suit.
The top contributors were REally good on this thread!
It is so apparent TOP CONTRIBUTORS
It is so apparent TOP CONTRIBUTORS
- Mark Brace, "PrudentialGR"
- Contributions:1812
I'm going to Agree with most of the answers you have recieved so far. Do some research in Zillow for agents in your area, and read their reviews, see what their listings exposure online looks like, and check their personal websites. This should really help you find a good agent for you. Good Luck
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- Laura Halverson Dufour, "Laura Dufour"
- Contributions:210
Excellent question. Here is where I would start to research the top agents: Search Zillow for Expert or Premier Agents in your area. Read their reviews online. Check their websites. How many listings do they have and is the content up to date? Someone with far too many listings may not be able to give you or your property the attention you need. Can you find the agent and their listings online in many places? Extensive online exposure will help you sell your place faster, so check to see where they advertise online. The "best" agents may not have the most sales and may not be in business for 30 years, but they generally will have fabulous reviews, love what they do and can offer you exceptional customer service that should result in a quick, smooth sale.
- Brian Teyssier, "Brian Teyssier GRI"
- Contributions:964
Thanks for your question. I recommend Zillow users to check for a local Realtor on Zillow then read their past client's reviews of them. If this does not work for you, I would be willing to refer you to a highly qualified Realtor in your area.
Good luck, hope this helps.
Good luck, hope this helps.
- rockinblu
- Contributions:7202
Sorry, I gave you the wrong link with my first answer. Try this one>> http://rockinblu-rockinblu.blogspot.com/2009/02/ive-got-my-fingers-crossed.html
- Mark Gelbman, "Mark Gelbman"
- Contributions:222
Don't forget that it helps to have a financing strategy on the home. You want to attract as many buyers as possible. A good mortgage planner can help you run the numbers.
- Ritchie Metzler, "RMetzler3"
- Contributions:2
Use a referral. Ask your friends, family or co-workers if they have a Realtor they can recommend. Interview 3 of them to see which one you feel comfortable with. How well you mesh with that person will go a long ways. Honestly and integrity go a long way as well.
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- rockinblu
- Contributions:7202
It sounds like you won't have time to do all the research outlined in the blog attached to the link below, but just doing some of the things should help.
http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=5024516172579864962&postID=3921647563424441624
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- Karen Paytas, "Karen. Paytas"
- Contributions:77
It's not the top selling agent you should be looking for most of them are REO agents and are used to working with asset managers and not sellers. You need an agent that is professional, and experienced. One who it willing to be honest with you regarding price and terms. Call around to local real estate offices and interview some agents and pick on you're comfortable working with. Don't pick the one that tells you they can get the most for your home. They're just trying to get the listing and then they'll spend their time trying to get you to drop the price. Make sure you're give comps of like homes in your direct area, usually within 1-2 Miles, same school district, same City. Look over those comps and verify that they've sold within the last 6 months.
Good Luck,
Good Luck,
Yes, it is magical agents that sell homes... It has NOTHING to do with the price, location, or condition of the home whatsoever.
You just get those super-duper agents, and badda-bing! the home is sold!
You just get those super-duper agents, and badda-bing! the home is sold!
How do I find the top selling realtors?
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