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- Deirdre Lohan Conway GRI, "Schoonerproperties"
- Contributions:3
All the answers above are correct - but the Most important trait is an Excellent Negotiator .... This will result in you getting the best price and terms for your home. Case in point - I once had an agent hand me an offer for a house I was listing - and as she hands over the contract she says - "My Clients are not going to pay much more than this "
Well .... sure they paid more and my Sellers very very Happy !
An Experienced Agent knows how to "Read" the other side - and that always Benefits their client.
Well .... sure they paid more and my Sellers very very Happy !
An Experienced Agent knows how to "Read" the other side - and that always Benefits their client.
- Vanessa Rojas, "VanessaRojas1"
- Contributions:56
Have the knowledge, great communication skills, and build a good relationship with the client.
- Gary May, "RealtorTampaBay"
- Contributions:56
Integrity, Business/Professional Ethics and Market Knowledge.
- Shannon Myers-Coan, "Shannon Myers"
- Contributions:135
In my opinion most people want someone to listen first and keep their mouth shut. Too many times to count I have seen a client start a sentance and the realtor finish it with their opinion, a story about their childhood, or other unrelated information. My pet peeve is a realtor who cannot focus!!
- Allen Perry, "allenperry"
- Contributions:543
1. TRUSTWORTHY
2. LISTENS WELL and Responds Honestly
3. MUST KNOW THE MARKET
2. LISTENS WELL and Responds Honestly
3. MUST KNOW THE MARKET
- Hans Ziegenbein, "Hanszig"
- Contributions:6
The ability to listen to their clients and put the client's needs first.
Responding to your clients in a timely and effective manner.
Knowledge of the mareket, area and processes.
Oh yes, don't forget the smiling photo :)
Responding to your clients in a timely and effective manner.
Knowledge of the mareket, area and processes.
Oh yes, don't forget the smiling photo :)
- Debra (Debbie) Rose, "Livingston NJ"
- Contributions:2728
OK I just have to comment.
"Lastly, someone who cares about their client vs. the commission check. Choose a realtor that really likes to help people vs. realtors that drive flashy cars or have moving trucks with their picture blasted all over it - they are more interested in the pay day. "
1. I care about my clients......and I care about my commission check - one doesn't cancel out the other....I am working to EARN A LIVING - aren't you? That's not a bad thing........but let's be honest.....we aren't doing charitable work..............at least I am not!
I make no apology for that, and any clear thinking consumer understands that what we do is our JOB.
That doesn't mean I will not be truthful and follow an accepted code of ethics, and work for my clent.........but these cutesy little phrases like "care about your client" and "likes to help people".......... are just so hackneyed, they become disingenuous.
2. "realtors that drive flashy cars"....blah blah blah....are more interested in the payday"??
Come on.............
isn't that a sweeping generalization you just made up?
Does driving a nice car mean you don't care?
Hardly.......
So conversely, if you drive up in a jalopy, does that mean the client will get the best service possible and will have an agent who cares?
OY
"Lastly, someone who cares about their client vs. the commission check. Choose a realtor that really likes to help people vs. realtors that drive flashy cars or have moving trucks with their picture blasted all over it - they are more interested in the pay day. "
1. I care about my clients......and I care about my commission check - one doesn't cancel out the other....I am working to EARN A LIVING - aren't you? That's not a bad thing........but let's be honest.....we aren't doing charitable work..............at least I am not!
I make no apology for that, and any clear thinking consumer understands that what we do is our JOB.
That doesn't mean I will not be truthful and follow an accepted code of ethics, and work for my clent.........but these cutesy little phrases like "care about your client" and "likes to help people".......... are just so hackneyed, they become disingenuous.
2. "realtors that drive flashy cars"....blah blah blah....are more interested in the payday"??
Come on.............
isn't that a sweeping generalization you just made up?
Does driving a nice car mean you don't care?
Hardly.......
So conversely, if you drive up in a jalopy, does that mean the client will get the best service possible and will have an agent who cares?
OY
- Joseph Baylis "New Jersey", "jbaylis"
- Contributions:12
1) Trusted advisor
2) Knowledge
3) Honesty
3b) excellent follow up skills
3c) establish a rapport
" PEOPLE BUY PEOPLE BEFORE THEY BUY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES " Jim Weichert
2) Knowledge
3) Honesty
3b) excellent follow up skills
3c) establish a rapport
" PEOPLE BUY PEOPLE BEFORE THEY BUY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES " Jim Weichert
- Wes Black
- Contributions:509
WOW, Views and answers still happening. Must have hit a nerve.
- Aimee Anderson, "Aimee Anderson"
- Contributions:3
As a realtor, you should become you clients trusted advisor. Also, an educator because the home buying process is complex and people liked to be walked through each and every step. :Lastly, someone who cares about their client vs. the commission check. Choose a realtor that really likes to help people vs. realtors that drive flashy cars or have moving trucks with their picture blasted all over it - they are more interested in the pay day.
- Debra (Debbie) Rose, "Livingston NJ"
- Contributions:2728
Hey Roberto - I like my smiling photo!
:)
and...I am trusworthy and honest and never lie (no my friend, that dress does NOT make you look fat - you are a svelte size 22!).......and I help the elderly cross the street - even if they don't want to!!
:)
so, did I pass the test?
:)
and...I am trusworthy and honest and never lie (no my friend, that dress does NOT make you look fat - you are a svelte size 22!).......and I help the elderly cross the street - even if they don't want to!!
:)
so, did I pass the test?
Apparently, the most important traits are:
1. ability to post vaguely positive moral characteristics they presume themselves to possess...
2. a smiling inviting business picture...
1. ability to post vaguely positive moral characteristics they presume themselves to possess...
2. a smiling inviting business picture...
- Allison Fishwick, "Allison Fishwick"
- Contributions:92
Knowledgeable about the business, trustworthy/honest and kind toward all clients and potential clients.
- Zita Billmann
- Contributions:9
I believe the main three traits an excellent Realtor should have are:
Knowledge, Professionalism & Honesty
There are certainly more, but if you can find an agent that posses these qualities, you should be in good hands.
Knowledge, Professionalism & Honesty
There are certainly more, but if you can find an agent that posses these qualities, you should be in good hands.
- Jim Starwalt, "jimstarwalt"
- Contributions:2512
The three most important qualities you want in your Realtor are: Education! Experience! Must truly care about others well being! All three are so important, but with out the education and experience it really does not matter how much you care!
- Laura McKenna, "LauraMcKennaHomes"
- Contributions:27
Caring
Honesty
Knowledge
if I must chose 3!
- Rudi Hofmann, "LUXURY HOME LOANS CA"
- Contributions:7435
Wes Black- Traits are not as important as having these
Three SKILLS:
1. Excellent Manners
2. Excellent Listening Skills
3. Excellent "Local Real Estate Market Knowledge."
Excellent Jumbo Purchase Money- Rudi
Three SKILLS:
1. Excellent Manners
2. Excellent Listening Skills
3. Excellent "Local Real Estate Market Knowledge."
Excellent Jumbo Purchase Money- Rudi
- Wes Black
- Contributions:509
Over 1000 views and 34 answers. What a response. Thanks for the input. Glad you had fun with the question.
- Taria Lewis, "Taria And Earl Team"
- Contributions:135
Knowledge and Integrity are my picks.
- Sandra Irvin, "Sandra Irvin"
- Contributions:2
Definitly trustworthiness, the wish to help people and experience.
- Erika Singer-Burke, "Erika Burke"
- Contributions:57
Three most Important Traits of a Realtor. Number One: Active Listening. Number Two: Commitment/Knowledge. Number Three: Trustworthiness. Okay so that's four! What traits do you like to see in your Realtor?
- Leonard Dunikoski, "Len Dunikoski SRES"
- Contributions:34
I agree, Wes.
Integrity.
Local expert.
Ability to listen and determine the client's needs/desires.
Integrity.
Local expert.
Ability to listen and determine the client's needs/desires.
- Derek Rotzinger, "Derek Rotzinger"
- Contributions:31
I agree Wes!
Trustworthiness
Local Knowledge
Communication/Negotiation skills
But in the end, it's up the client to determine! My opinion is to always ask!
Trustworthiness
Local Knowledge
Communication/Negotiation skills
But in the end, it's up the client to determine! My opinion is to always ask!
- droopyd
- Contributions:403
Flexibility
Tenacity
Market knowledge
Tenacity
Market knowledge
- Vince Curtis, "SoCal Appraiser"
- Contributions:4699
1- Tenacity
2- Humility
3- A savings account
2- Humility
3- A savings account
- Pasadenan
- Contributions:21432
Looks like all that people have posted here is that they should be a "boy-scout":
"Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent."
I'm thinking I would like some professional skills in that mix too, like knowing how to take reasonably decent photos, and how to maximize market exposure, and being accurate in the details. Also doesn't hurt if they can sell a listing for full market value in less than 30 days, or able to match available inventory to actual clients' needs and desires.
"Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent."
I'm thinking I would like some professional skills in that mix too, like knowing how to take reasonably decent photos, and how to maximize market exposure, and being accurate in the details. Also doesn't hurt if they can sell a listing for full market value in less than 30 days, or able to match available inventory to actual clients' needs and desires.
- John Dean, "Cambridge Agent"
- Contributions:336
I think a Realtor needs to listen and understand clients needs then advocate based on those needs.
Agents need to be to be trustworthy and keep their clients interest well ahead of their own.
Lastly the Realtor needs to communicate effectively with their client.
Agents need to be to be trustworthy and keep their clients interest well ahead of their own.
Lastly the Realtor needs to communicate effectively with their client.
- Bob Brandt, "BobBrandtRealtor"
- Contributions:1019
Availablity
Knowledge
willing to say what the client needs to hear
Knowledge
willing to say what the client needs to hear
- Laura Hayden, "Laura Hayden"
- Contributions:3
Honesty/Integrity
Knowledge of the market place
Communication/ Negotiation skills are a great start.
Knowledge of the market place
Communication/ Negotiation skills are a great start.
- Barbie Oehlschlager, "Barbie Oehlschlager"
- Contributions:37
1. A desire to genuinely connect with and help others.
2. The ability to understand and clearly explain complex concepts. Financing, title, ownership, and contracts are always required, but being able to talk about why your clients favorite team has a good roster and a shot at the playoffs this year or the reason that a hidden area attraction is worth checking out is also as valuable.
3. Very very good listening & conversational skills.
When I first started in the business everyone who I respected and aspired to be like was very different, but they all had these things in common.
2. The ability to understand and clearly explain complex concepts. Financing, title, ownership, and contracts are always required, but being able to talk about why your clients favorite team has a good roster and a shot at the playoffs this year or the reason that a hidden area attraction is worth checking out is also as valuable.
3. Very very good listening & conversational skills.
When I first started in the business everyone who I respected and aspired to be like was very different, but they all had these things in common.
What are the three most important traits that an excellent realtor should possess?
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