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 June 2018
We worked with agent Melissa Donnelly, employed by Mike Rosen. Melissa represented us in finding our retirement home. We live in another state so having her expertise of the area in Loudoun and other counties really assisted us to make a decision for the future. She provided us insights about...
Mike Rosen
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Reviewed in February 2013
After looking around for a time on our own to purchase a second home in Wildwood Crest my wife and I decided that it was time to consult with a professional. Not knowing any Realtors in Wildwood Crest we looked online and tried to compare the Realtors in the area. We looked through web pages...
CABRERA REALTY
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Reviewed in June 2013
Mr. Phy met with three of the six siblings for an initial meeting. He was very informative and we were impressed with his knowledge and enthusiasm. Since the other three siblings were coming for a family reunion, we asked him to come back to the house again and give his presentation to all six...
Century 21 Glencove-Morris
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Reviewed in April 2013
I found them to be extremely professional and their customer service was outstanding. Compared to another realtor, they went over and above. They did everything that a realtor should have done. They did somebody else’s job to get things done, they were great. They made it really easy and...
N J REALTY SEA ISLE
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Reviewed in September 2012
They are professional. They are careful with their paper work. They are given to detail. They are friendly and go above beyond what we would expect.
The Landis Co
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Reviewed in December 2012
James Boyle was absolutely fabulous to work with. My wife and I decided to go with James because of his tireless efforts to earn our business for years through mailers, magnets, calendars, you name it. He did everything to make sure his name was at least considered when the day came where we...
Prudential Fox & Roach Northfield - Northfield
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Reviewed in May 2013
David Soens at Avalon Real Estate Agency is good. He is easy to work with. He is very helpful and there is no pressure.
AVALON REAL ESTATE AGENCY
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Reviewed in August 2012
Ken was great. I trust him and he knows where I have to be on my home and trust him to make the right decision. When other realitors bring in their clients, Ken is always here to greet them and give them all information about the house. Ken makes the extra effort to try and get these properties...
Keller Williams Oceanside Realty
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Reviewed in May 2017
The initial agreement resulted in a rental to a well rated tenant who leased the property for a year. That tenant vacated and I re-hired Exit / Annette & team to list the property once again for sale / rent. The former tenant left the apartment in less than stellar condition so it needed...
EXIT On The Hudson Realty
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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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