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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Last update on April 14, 2025

Reviewed in January 2010
Maryann had the exclusive listing of an eccentric seller who would only trust her with the key, no one else, and that's the house we ultimately bought. We didn't make an offer the first time we saw it, but she knew we liked it and brought the key with her again the next time we went out looking,...
Maryann Gilpin
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Reviewed in October 2012
Our house did not sell, but not do to anything that Matt did or did not do. The market is tough right now. We will be listing with him again.
Highlands Realty Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
After two years of listings in a very depressed market my brother and I took this house off the market. in the last several months, I was approached by Lynn and Charlie about listing the house because they might have a buyer. We informed them that we were not interested in listing with an...
Weichert Realtors
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Reviewed in March 2015
Alex searched tirelessly for the right home for us. He worked diligently on negotiating and finalizing the sale. He did a great job.
Alex V. Camarei, Realtor
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Reviewed in May 2013
Excellent Broker , excellent service with old school values. Stan held our hands during the process without flinching. This guy knows his craft , field and has the years of experience to give the client honest honest service. Thank you Stan for the house we always desired with plenty off well...
TASHLIK REAL ESTATE
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Reviewed in March 2015
He is great. I would recommend Alex to anybody. He does good work. He is very attentive. What stood out the most was the attention that he paid to us.
RE/MAX Preferred Professionals
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Reviewed in September 2014
Julie was like a member of the family. She worked tirelessly to make sure everything went smoothly. Her contacts made it easy from listing to closing. Everybody loved her. Highest recommendation!!!
Julie Everakes - RE/MAX Executive
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Reviewed in June 2013
Regina Thoenig is very nice. We had a good experience and we ended up buying a house. I wouldn't say that she was necessarily very calm. A couple of times we have to meet somewhere and she was not very, very late but she was a late but she did a good job and she was thorough. She's very...
Regina Thoenig
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Reviewed in June 2014
I did not like the idea that since the property was 'cheap', the realtor charged a fee to both the seller and the buyer (I was the buyer). I had to pay several thousand dollars in a realtors fee which I know is becoming more and more of a common practice for inexpensive properties. I just...
Re/Max of the Poconos
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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7 years of experience

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21 years of experience

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Legacy Auction & Realty

7164 Route 209

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7164 Route 209

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13 years of experience

1ST CLASS REALTY has been an important part of the local community since its inception and will continue to serve all of the area's real estate needs. We specialize in representing our clients in buying or selling residential, commercial and income properties in Pike, Wayne and Monroe Counties. We meet the needs of clients throughout Northeast Pennsylvania. Our agents are professionals, experienced and have knowledge about our current local Real Estate market. 1ST CLASS REALTY's agents come from diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality Real Estate service possible.

Keller Williams Real Esate

2523 Route 6

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Keller Williams Real Esate

2523 Route 6

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Welcome! For over the years we have specialized in turning our customer’s dreams into reality. Whether you’re looking for a cottage or a mansion we’ll help you find it, and at a price within your range. We know the market and the trends, you can trust our experience. We deal in Real Estate, but our real Business is People!

Patricia A Lisa with Howard Hanna The Frederick Group

3500 Winchester Rd

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Patricia A Lisa with Howard Hanna The Frederick Group

3500 Winchester Rd

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I provide real estate services for buyers and sellers in Milford and the surrounding areas in Pike County,Pa.

Wilkins & Associates Property Management

404 Park Ave

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Wilkins & Associates Property Management

404 Park Ave

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37 years of experience

WILKINS & ASSOCIATES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, also known as NEPA Management, Inc. is a full service, property management company that specializes in professional property management and other services including residential, multi-family, commercial, property owners associations, condominums, townhomes, and other investment properties throughout all Northeast PA. We are Diversified and the ONLY "Full Service" Property Management and Real Estate Company in the Poconos! Family-Owned for 3 Generations! Celebrating 25 Years in Business! Our service areas include Monroe County, Pike County, historic Milford, Lake Wallenpaupack, and newly expanded Lehigh Valley, Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, Scranton, and the Wilkes-Barre area. Wilkins & Associates Property Management also provides accounting, leasing and rental services, asset-controlled real estate (REO) and operating businesses. Certain principals of WAPM specialize in detailed real estate consultation, tax appeals (both residential and commercial), Act 319 submissions and expert witness testimony. Our Bookkeeping/Fiscal Management Services are our Most Popular in our Product Line! We provide a complimentary 15-30 minute customized presentation at our location or yours! Call today for a FREE QUOTE! Our company handles Property Owner Associations, Townhome Communities, Condominium Complexes, Apartment Complexes, Time Share Properties, and over "55" Retirement Villages. Our services are à la cart. You can choose from just financial management to on-site management to the complete package -- the choice is yours to make!

Davis R. Chant Realtors

2515 Route 6

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Davis R. Chant Realtors

2515 Route 6

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61 years of experience

Professional Real Estate Agent specializing in lakefront properties in the Lake Wallenpaupack Area.

15 years of experience

I am a licensed Real Estate Agent in PA and NY with a 20 year background in interior design. Our current housing market has given me a way of combining my love for both fields. Apart from pure design jobs, I renovate distressed homes so that you get the most out of selling. Service fee is individual per job.

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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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