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Finance > Real Estate > Questions to ask a Realtor
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Article rating : 5.00, 1 votes. Author : Cecilia Sherrard
When you are ready to select a REALTORŪ, here are a few questions
you can ask.
Make sure the REALTORŪ presents a "listing presentation" to you. This
presentation should answer many of these questions. If you will need a
buyer's agent, also make sure everything is explained up front.
- How long have you been a REALTORŪ? Full or part time?
- What professional organizations do you belong to?
- Do you have a valid Department of Real Estate License?
- What is your responsibility to me as your client?
- Do you represent both buyers and sellers at the same time? If so,
Who's best interest are you looking out for?
- How will you keep me informed of new listings that I may be
interested in?
- What does the listing agreement entail, what are the beginning and
expiration dates, and what are the fee amounts I will be paying?
- Is there a charge or contract when working with buyers? (Some
brokers/agents DO have contracts and fees)
- What is your marketing philosophy? Ask for their complete
marketing
plan A-Z.
- What can the Realtor's company do for you?
What is their company's share of the local market? Are they part of a
large or world wide referral network?
- What types of things separate you from your competition and will you
give me some feedback? - How effectively will they advertise? Do they
have 24-hour advertising capability?
- What disclosure laws apply to me and what do I need to be aware of?
- How does the Realtor market to other Realtors?
- Are they a Realtor or a Real Estate agent? (There is a difference)
- Does the Realtor have a strong internet presence? If not, why? Will
your home have enough exposure for all potential buyers to view?
(85% of buyers go to the internet first)
Cecilia Sherrard is a full time dedicated Realtor in Northeast Ohio. With
years of experience and knowledge, she has maintained a multi-million
dollar producer status. Servicing areas such as: Westlake, Lakewood,
North Olmsted, Rocky River, Cleveland, Brook Park, Parma, etc. Visit her
website at http://www.youshouldown.com
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