How to choose the right Agent

Having the right agent guide you through the home-selling journey is essential and can be the defining factor of having a great experience, helping you feel informed and comfortable with the process.

Ensuring your agent has a total understanding of the area can be the difference between a quick sale or prolonged time on the market. No doubt you wish to sell for the best possible price in the shortest possible time and with minimum stress so you will choose an agent with the highly specialized skills to do the job.

Your agent is your best ally in the marketing-to-sale process, and honest communication is the best vehicle to get you to a great outcome. When you have the right agent, you will have more than enough information and a professional on your team to market the property in the best way possible to achieve those price, time and stress-free goals.

Questions to ask when choosing an agent could be:

  • Q. What are other properties like ours selling for in our area?
  • Q. How much do you think we could get for our property in the current market?
  • Q. Can you explain the benefits of the different sale methods?
  • Q. Is there any work we should do on our house before putting it on the market?
  • Q. Do you have a recommended photographer or videographer?
  • Q. What would be the best mix of marketing for our property?
  • Q. Do you use social media to advertise property?
  • Q. How often should we have open homes?
  • Q. Should I sell while my property is tenanted?
  • Q. What is stamp duty?

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