How to Select
a Realtor (and Why You Should Think About it Before
You Need One)
So you're thinking about buying or selling a house.
Where do you start? You can pick up the phone book,
go on line, call the name on the sign down the street
or walk into a real estate office and talk to the person
behind the counter. Right?
Before you do any of the above consider a couple of
tips from a seasoned real estate veteran. In fact, if
you only consider one tip, you'll be closer to success
than most. Hire your agent
before you need one! Yes, that's right, don't
wait until you compromise the option of choice.
I'll explain. All of the above options work and you'll
no doubt find an agent within minutes of beginning your
search. However, is it the agent you want and how does
the choice effect you later on?
Choose your agent the same
way you choose your home. Make a wish list.
Instead of how many bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage,
ask yourself things like: would you be more comfortable
with a man or woman? Maybe a husband and wife team.
Would you relate better to someone in your age group?
What skills are important based on your purchase? (If
you're a first time home buyer then you don't want a
first time agent.) In other words, what is it that matters
to you? Hand pick the agent that best fits your needs.
If you randomly choose, you could be in for an unpleasant
surprise.
One of the best methods is to ask
your friends or family for a recommendation. Above all
interview them. They're applying for the
job so make sure they're a good fit by identifying your
needs and comparing that to their skills. A client service-oriented
agent prefers to establish a sound relationship in advance
of writing offers. The better they know you, the better
they can serve you.
If you drive by your dream home today and you have
to see it NOW and preparation isn't your thing…..repeat
after me….."I WILL NOT CALL THE NAME ON THE
SIGN. I will call Valinda Beasley and she will explain
why ….."
Contact:
Valinda Beasley, GRI; Associate Broker
www.valindabeasley.com
360.260.9042 Direct
360.687.8159 Fax
Scott Mikel & Associates, Realtors
3502 Washington Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Voted "Best of Clark County" 2009
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