How to Find the Right Real Estate Agent for You

Chemistry is everything!

EXCITING and with EASE, these are the words we want you to feel when buying your next home. This will only be possible with the help of a real estate agent who you are truly compatible with! Here are our top 7 tips for helping you find your match.

Step1

Reach Out to Your Network Your friends and family can be your best source to finding an agent that is a good fit for you! After all, the people closest to you know you best, and may have a good about what you’re looking for. You know you will be getting an honest referral, though be sure to ask those with similar needs to you

Step 2

Don’t Stop There - Reach Out to Other Homeowners You can start with requesting references and asking past clients about their experience. Ask them if they would use that agent again! Another great idea is to look for referrals in the area you want to purchase or sell your home in.

Step 3

Interview More Than One Agent: Interviewing multiple agents increases your chances of finding your best fit. Trust your gut and choose the agent that you feel comfortable with and that you have a connection with! Important things to look for in your agent are:

• Honesty

• Conviction

• Knowledge of purchase process

• Strong core values

• Compassion

• Responsiveness

• A solid connection

• Active listener

• Passionate! This will be key to finding an agent that brings excitement to the process.

Step 4

Strong Local Market Knowledge Every housing market has its own trends and patterns, and you want your real estate agent to have extremely strong knowledge on these. Your agent should be able to provide you with their relevant experience in the market and answer your questions with ease. Feel free to quiz your agent, as you will be relying on their local knowledge and expertise. 

Step 5

Communication As they say, communication is key! The perfect real estate agent for you will talk to you in your language. If you and your agent are having problems communicating from the very start, this is probably not the right relationship for you. Remember, your agent also needs to be a strong communicator with the selling agent (or vice versa) and capable of answering all your questions.