There are fundamental questions you should be asking your realtor, here they are:
~ How long have you been a licensed real estate agent?
~ How many homes have you helped buy/sell in the last year?
~ Could I speak with any of your past clients and see your Google reviews?
~ What sets you apart from other real estate agents?
~ How often will you communicate with me throughout the process?
~ Will you explain the buying/selling process and what I can expect?
~ How do you handle negotiations?
~ Can you help me understand the current market and pricing trends?
~ Can you help me understand the various financing options available to me?
~ Can you help me find other professionals (e.g. home inspectors, contractors) that I may need during the process?
~ What is your strategy for handling multiple offers & winning bidding wars?
~ Do you have any experience in the specific property types I want to buy/sell (e.g. luxury homes, commercial properties)?
~ Can you explain any potential risks or challenges in buying/selling in the current market?
~ How do you handle conflicts of interest?
~ How will I know not to overpay if buying a property?
~ How will you keep my personal information and data secure?
~ What happens if I am not satisfied with your services?
~ How can I reach you in case of an emergency?
~ Will you take the time to read and review strata documents with me, if applicable?
~ Should I get an inspection if buying, and if so, why?
~ Is this a buyer's or seller's market / a good time for me to buy/sell?
~ How many properties have you bought yourself?
If selling:
~ How much commission do you charge, and what will you do to earn that?
~ How much will you spend on marketing my property?
~ Why would I stage my home?
~ How do you plan to market my home?
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Other important questions include how they communicate throughout the process and what you can expect from the buying or selling process. You may also want to ask about their experience in handling negotiations and understanding the current market and pricing trends. Additionally, you may want to know if they can help you find other professionals, such as home inspectors or contractors, that you may need during the process.
If you're selling a property, it's important to ask about the realtor's commission and their marketing strategy for your property. You may also want to ask about the benefits of staging your home and how they plan to market it.
Regardless of whether you're buying or selling a property, you should ask your realtor about any potential risks or challenges in the current market and how they handle conflicts of interest. It's also important to know how they will keep your personal information and data secure, and what you should do if you're not satisfied with their services.
Other important questions may include whether you should get an inspection if buying, whether it's a buyer's or seller's market, and how many properties the realtor has bought themselves. Ultimately, the right questions will depend on your specific needs and goals, but asking these questions can help ensure you find a realtor who is the best fit for you.
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