Especially in this day and age, buying or selling a home can be a complicated and stressful experience. There can be a lot of moving parts involved that can be a surprise to many that have not been involved in the process before. That’s why having a real estate agent is crucial. Picking the right agent isn’t easy either, but you’ll know if you’ve picked the right one for you.
Here are a few signs that you’ve made a great decision in picking your real estate agent
They’re responsive
A good, or a GREAT real estate agent will make themselves available to you and won’t leave you hanging when you’re waiting on a response. If you’re agent is leaving you feeling unanswered a lot of the time, they’re doing something wrong.
They’ve asked you to get pre-approved
If you’re a buyer and you haven’t spoken with a mortgage professional before going out and looking at houses, a good real estate agent will ask you to. A good agent knows that it’s just as much for your benefit than it is for theirs.+
They’re proactive
This is one indicator that will set the right agent apart from everyone else. The right agent will not just go through the motions, be reactive and take orders. They’ll be proactive in helping you identify and find the right solutions. For example, a good real estate agent is always on the hunt for the ideal property for you, and will communicate and suggest things that you might never have considered before.
They’re honest with you
Just like in a romantic relationship, honestly is just as important in a real estate relationship. The right agent will tell you the truth when you need to hear it, even if it’s inconvenient for them, or hurtful for you to hear. Not to mention, it’s a rather ethical imperative.