Successful Realtor, Successful Homeowners?

Here are the Top 5 skills for a Successful Realtor®

Are you in the Market for a new realtor? Find out what makes a great realtor!
Remember you Hire us, not the other way around! There is an often misconception that if you sign a buyer representation that you are tied to that specific realtor. Dont sweat it! You can choose to work with someone else as well. Someone that WILL be on your side! 

Things to look for:
 
1)  Personal Representation: More often than not, when buyers are looking at homes to buy, they tend to call the sign on the yard.
Why can this work against you?
The sign on the yard provides the seller's agents information. A seller's agent is meant to represent the seller and when they are called they may likely not look out for your best interest. 
Be sure to find the right agent to represent you in the transaction!

2) Understand the Market: When your agent knows and understands your local market, they can educate you on creating the best offer! Not only that, an educated agent will know what kind of properties are available. Whether they may be, pre-owned homes, new construction homes, and upcoming new developments. A knowledgable agent will be able to point you in the right direction. 

3) Professional Network: A solo agent is just as good as his professional network. From lenders, title officers, all the way to a builders sales representative. Having the right partners in the industry will bring huge value to you as a client.

4) Mortgage Knowledge: When you have questions about your mortgage, do you really want an agent to say "You'll need to call your lender for that," probably not. An agent that is able to answer your questions and be able to provide you options when shopping for a mortgage IS what you need! 

5) 100% Dedication: Find a Realtor that suits YOUR needs! In a market where homes are being contracted left and right, do you really want a part time agent? Sometimes it does work, but if you are looking to find the best opportunities, you want to make sure your agent is Full time.
Why? Refer to points 1 - 4! 

What do you think makes a great Realtor?
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