Now That's the Home for You

When you decide to sell your home, the search for a real estate agent or realtor begins. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right realtor to suit your needs. You can ask friends and family for referrals and this is often a good starting place. You should also know there is a difference between a real estate agent and a realtor.

When looking for the best realtor in your area, look for one who is a member of the National Association Of Realtors. They have a code of ethics they follow, and they can display the Realtor logo. Here are some other ways to find the best realtor in your area to suit your needs.

Look At Their Agent Listings

While you should get referrals from friends and family, it's also a good idea to search through each realtor you are considering's online listings. Really take your time and go over each picture they have listed for the homes they are selling to see if you think it showcases the home well. Read each description to see if it highlights the main selling points well and if it makes you want to buy the home.

Also, when you see the name of the realtor who listed it, check out their website and read their credentials, their experience, and their thoughts on the selling process. If there are reviews on their site, read them carefully. Also, check their reviews on other reputable websites to see what other sellers have thought of their work. The best realtors in your area will have a lot of great reviews and offer plenty of information on themselves for you to look through.

Go To Their Open Houses

One way to meet a realtor and get a feel for how they will sell your home is to attend one of their open houses. You can meet the realtor and talk to them about the home you are visiting to see how they showcase it and if they are attentive and seem interested in your questions and concerns. You can pick up business cards of theirs as well as any other realtor that might leave their card behind when they bring potential buyers through.

Check to see what promotional material they hand out and if they have also showcased the home online with videos on Youtube or on their website. It's a good sign if the realtor gives you a tour and can answer any question you have about the house. Only the best realtors in your area will take the time to make sure all your questions are answered.

Check To See How Fast They Can Make A Sale

You should check to see how fast a realtor can make a sale in your neighborhood. You can do this by following any home for sale online or by watching for sale signs on lawns. Make note of when the sign went up, how many people have visited the house — this can be a rough estimate — and then how long it took the home to sell.

When you are looking for the best realtor in your area, it's more important how fast they can sell a home than how many listings they have currently. They may have a lot of clients, but their homes might take a while to sell. A realtor who may not have as many listings but sells quickly might be the better choice for you.