5 Powerful Questions To Ask A Real Estate Agent Before Selling Your Home

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | November 13, 2014

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5 Powerful Questions To Ask A Real Estate Agent Before Selling Your Home – Before selecting  your next real estate agent, make sure to read this article. Here are 5 questions you should ask your next agent before you hire them to help you sell your home…

 

How long have you been selling real estate?

Why is this one important? Experience is key. When hiring a real estate pro to help you sell your home they will be helping you stage, price, market, negotiate terms and more to help you sell your home. This comes with experience and it’s important to know what experience your new agent has before hiring them.

It’s interesting that in the real estate business, someone with many successfully closed transactions usually COSTS THE SAME as someone who is inexperienced. Bringing that experience to bear on your transaction could mean a higher price at the negotiating table, selling in less time, and with the minimum amount of hassles.

 

What is the percent of Sellers compared to Buyers that you serve?

There are “buyers agents” out there where all they do is focus on helping others purchase a home. This is different thanselling a home. If they mainly work with buyers, they possibly don’t have the experience needed to help you sell. Find out.

 

Can we cancel the listing if we’re not happy?

Know the terms of the contract you are signing. If you do not like what your agent has done to help you sell your home, can you part ways? What are the terms?

 

I want to give my home the advantage of the latest marketing strategies. How much time and money do you invest each month in professional training?

89% or more of home buyers start their search online. Is the agent you are hiring going to help you get in front of them? Are they adopting marketing strategies to get your home the most exposure?

 

Why should I list with you rather than any other REALTOR® who is calling on me?

Great question! Let agents tell you how they work and why they are better than their competition. Every agent works differently and has their own business they run a certain way. This goes for how they market, negotiate, communicate with you (the seller) and more.

 

It’s likely that you don’t interview people very often. And yet, in order to find the REALTOR® who is right for you, you may interview several. The quality of your home selling experience is dependent upon your skill at selecting the person best qualified.

 

The world is populated with REALTORS® who are wrong for you. For example, part time agents, new agents, etc. The sale of your home could well be the most important financial transaction you have ever been involved with. The person you select can make it a satisfying and profitable activity, or a terrible experience. It’s your home, and your money. The choice of your REALTOR® is up to you. Make the selection carefully.

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About Deborah Laemmerhirt

Let me assist you in finding everything you need to know about buying or selling a home! As the preeminent real estate professional in my community, I am dedicated to providing the finest service available while breaking new ground. Because the real estate industry is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day, you need a professional that understands the industry and is positioned to stay ahead of the game. I go the extra mile to help you achieve your goals. That’s why I constantly research the home, market and estate values so your home is priced effectively from day one. I also make sure the public knows your home is for sale by using innovative marketing techniques to attract potential buyers. As an Internet-savvy real estate representative in Connecticut, I’ve had the opportunity to help many home buyers find their ideal homes and many sellers obtain top dollar for their homes. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions that most people ever undertake, so I will help you through every step of the process. My goal is to make your home selling or buying experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. My services include: Explaining the home selling and buying process thoroughly Diligently selecting homes that meets your criteria Pricing your home correctly and implementing a unique yet proven marketing plan Negotiating on your behalf Tracking the closing process to ensure a smooth transaction I welcome the opportunity to address any questions you might have about buying, selling or current market conditions. Please call or e-mail me any time, and I will be happy to discuss your next steps in the buying or selling process. I specialize in both Residential and Commercial Properties. I also head a Real Estate Group to provide you with expert service and support. Areas of Expertise Making transitions in your life is challenging. You may be moving from out of town, a different state, internationally or just next door! Regardless of the distance I am prepared to respond to your unique needs.If you are a BUYER looking to downsize, up-size, want a new construction, desire a condominium, to invest, even if this is your first home, I will design a unique plan to fulfill your needs in a reasonable time frame, with the best negotiated price and the least amount of inconvenience.For my Home Sellers, I have an innovative marketing plan that will leave nothing to chance. Just call, and I would be happy to share the DIFFERENT and SUCCESSFUL TOOLS I utilize on each of my listings. I have lived in Connecticut for over 35 years. I practice Real Estate in Fairfield County, New Haven County and Litchfield County. This includes, but is not limited to Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Oxford, Ridgefield, Redding, Roxbury, Sherman, Southbury, Warren, Washington, Westport and Wilton.