The Qualities of an Excellent Real Estate Agent
Are you planning to purchase or sell property?
One of the best and most important decisions in either process, is to find the right real estate agent to help you along the way. The right real estate agent can provide you with guidance and support as you navigate through the local market.
As you meet with different agents and perform background research, there are a number of qualities that you should consider and be on the lookout for. These qualities can truly help to distinguish a good agent from an exceptional one.
Motivated and Hardworking
Every transaction involving property is exceptionally important.
Whether you’re selling property, seeking an investment property or purchasing your first home, you deserve to work with a professional who is both motivated and hardworking.
The right team will view your success as their success. With the right motivation and work ethic, your real estate agent or team will work tirelessly to help you achieve your goal and ultimately succeed.
Prompt and Punctual
In the real estate market of today, time is always of the essence.
Whether you’re attending a viewing or putting in an offer, being both prompt and punctual is extremely important.
The right real estate agent will not only respect and adhere to these industry standards and expectations, but respect your time as well.
Experienced in the Local Market
Are you looking to purchase a home in a certain area? Finding a real estate agent with experience in the local market is imperative. Not only will they have a great understanding of the different neighbourhoods and communities, but also the value of homes within each area.
They are also more likely to have established professional relationships with other local vendors. These recommendations can be essential to a new homeowner who has just relocated to the area!
Excellent Communication
You should always be able to get in touch with your real estate agent. While they may not always answer your call on the first ring, they should be prompt in either calling you back, or sending an email or text message.
With the right approach to communication, you can feel confident that you are on the same page as your real estate agent and that they always have your best interest at heart.
They will also be able to use these communication skills to break down industry terms and jargon that may be confusing to those who don’t work in real estate. Not only can this help to create a more comfortable and positive experience for you, but also keep you informed every step of the way.
Maintains a Professional Reputation
The reputation that a real estate agent maintains can tell you a lot about their business practices. You may learn more about their reputation with a little online research, by speaking with past clients or communicating with other professionals in the local real estate community.
Reviews and testimonials on Google, Facebook and Yelp can also prove to be helpful when looking for the right real estate agent.
They Are Proactive
Your real estate agent should always be several steps ahead.
Taking a proactive approach can not only prepare you for the multiple ways that a situation could go, but also offer back-up plans that both you and your agent are comfortable with.
With a reactive approach, you risk losing out on an opportunity or negotiating a deal that doesn’t quite meet your standards, expectations or needs.
Contact Kathy Long and Luanne Hancey Today!
Navigate your local real estate market with help from the experts. With Kathy Long and Luanne Hancey, you will be provided with guidance, support and professionalism every step of the way.
With the right approach, buying and selling property can be a simple and enjoyable experience. For more information or help getting started, contact us today!
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