Looking to buy a house in the near future? If so, you will need a competent realtor to help you find the home of your dreams, as well as guide you through the purchasing and closing process.
So, how do you pick the perfect realtor? Here are some ways to find your perfect realtor.
1) Your realtor should have sound knowledge of the area.
This is very important, especially if you are moving into a new area. Your realtor should be able to tell you about the schools, transport routes and local amenities near the property and should be able to answer any questions you have about the local area.
When your realtor has excellent knowledge of the local area, they will be able to find you the perfect home that is close to everything you need.
2) Ask for referrals.
An easy way to find a good realtor is to ask for recommendations. Do you know a friend who has recently moved house in your desired area? Ask them if they were happy with their realtor and ask for the realtor’s details.
3) You should feel comfortable with your realtor.
Realtors are only human and they each have their own, unique personality. You should feel comfortable with your realtor and you need to be happy with the way they communicate with you and answer your questions.
A great realtor has the perfect balance between professionalism and friendliness.
Remember to trust your instincts when you first meet a realtor!
4) Choose a realtor who has a lot of listings.
A very good indication as to the level of competence of your realtor is the number of listings they have.
As a general rule of thumb, the more listings they have, the better indication that they are good at what they do and well-liked.
We are proud of our team here at Sarasota, and will do everything in our power to help you find that perfect fit.
