A good buyer’s agent works to meet your needs and wants. Use these to help you find the agent that’s right for you.
- Which do you prefer to work with -- buyers or sellers -- and why?
- Do you work full time as an agent? If not, why not?
- How many buyers are you presently working with? Are you busy?
- How long have you been a real estate agent?
- Are you well-acquainted with the area where I plan to look for a home?
- What is the average house price for the area over the past year?
- Is the average price of the homes you deal with significantly above or below my budget?
- How many sales have you been involved with in the past year?
- Can you give me three references of buyers you have worked with?
- Do you arrange the appraisal, inspection and house insurance?
- Do you handle the closing?
- Do you have any professional designations, such as GRI (Graduate of the REALTORS® Institute) or CRS (Certified Residential Specialist)?
Published on January 11, 2007