What questions should I ask a real estate agent before hiring them?

<div>Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:<ul><li>How will you show my property?</li><li>Will you do open houses to market my home?</li><li>How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?</li><li>Should I make repairs to my home before listing?</li><li>Will you get professional photos taken of my home?</li><li>What is the best price you think we can get for my property?</li><li>How long do you expect the sale to take?</li></ul></div>

Do I need a real estate agent as a buyer?

<div>You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.</div>

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Reviewed in July 2019
Doug and his team were very knowledgeable, professional, responsive and just plain all around great to work with!
The Mitts Home Team - Keller Williams Realty Partners
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Reviewed in September 2020
Bob is the guy to hire. He was very understanding , patient and considerate I was moving to a new job across country. And needed a new home during the height Covid 19. It took a lot of work on his part.. He's the guy you want on your side Without a doubt the best you can could ask for Rob...
RE/MAX Realty Team Bob Ashworth PA
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Reviewed in May 2015
I was an absentee landlord of a condo in Tampa. I initially contacted Josh and Selling Tampa Bay to acquire a renter. The condo needed some rehab and Josh handled all contractors, getting the job done very quickly. Next, he secured a renter with a few days of being on the market, netting top...
Selling Tampa Bay
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Reviewed in August 2012
She made phone calls for us regarding any questions that we had that she didn't know the answers to. We were able to verify school zones, when the zone line was vague, and got answers quickly. After a month and a half of looking, we were able to find the house we wanted, and close quickly. ...
American Realty of Northwest Florida Inc
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Reviewed in July 2011
Everything has always been perfect. I couldn't ask for anything more. They go above and beyond. I'm completely delighted with this company and their service.
True Title Agency Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
I like her personality, she drove me to properties in her on car, she is professional, she does not just try and sell you something you do not want, and she wants you to tell her what you want. If she finds a new listing that she thinks you would be interested in, she will call you to have you...
JACKIE TAYLOR & ASSOCIATES
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Reviewed in March 2013
I made several trips from overseas to look at properties in Key West. I am an experienced buyer and had prepared a list of properties that interested me. Rudy went through the details of each property with me, allowed me to learn the neighborhoods of each property, and then we narrowed the...
MARQUIS PROPERTIES REALTY
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Reviewed in June 2009
I can't tell you how grateful we are to have her in our corner. This lady dots all the i's and crosses all the t's when she works with you. We are very impressed with her knowledge of the area, who to contact, what to do and how to do it. She really goes all out for you whether you are the...
Dyess Real Estate
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Reviewed in January 2014
Ginny went above and beyond to find us what we didn't even know we were looking for. She is a great realtor and we would definitely use her in the future and recommend her to anyone looking for property in the Florida Keys.
Oceanside Realty Vacation Rentals
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Reviewed in October 2013
Pogo is very professional, extremely knowledgeable and takes time to listen to her customers and cares about customers even if the customer does not buy. As to this date I still maintain a super nice relationship with Pogo and highly recommend her with all my heart.
Sellstate Achievers Realty
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Real estate services FAQs

Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.

Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:

How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?

Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.

You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.

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