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Top tips on choosing your next real estate agent
Top tips on choosing your next real estate agent.
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Choosing the right real estate agent is crucial in today's competitive market. Expert Josh Phegan advises researching top local performers rather than simply using a past agent.
Key qualities to look for include:
- A strong track record, verifiable on sites like Rate My Agent
- Excellent marketing and proven negotiation skills
- A supportive team and a large buyer database
Sellers should attend an agent's open homes to observe their process and assess their professionalism and communication style firsthand.
Should I go back to the real estate agent I bought my current house from?
What am I looking for in an agent’s record?
What other research should I do?
How important is the agent's neighbourhood knowledge vs their city-wide database?
Do I choose the agent who promises me the highest price?
Is the busiest agent in the market with a team the best bet?
Should you like the real estate agent you go with?
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