The ideal Realtor might not have a brand new car, and probably isn't a pushy individual.
The dream real estate professional for you knows your needs, and wants to work hard to find you the residence of your dreams.
Every property hunter has different needs and different budgets. Some home buyers are military. Some home buyers want a big lawn. Some buyers love the fact that Nesbitt Realty will rebate them $6,792 when they use me to purchase 5789 Ladues End Ct. (Others couldn't care less.) Just as purchasers have different needs, agents have different persistence and talents.
Here's guidance for identifying the perfect Realtor for you when you're purchasing a home like 5789 Ladues End Ct with 5,375 sqft of living space in
Knollwood:
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- Check out agent referrals. — I like Angie’s List because I know that Angie’s List voice verifies each review. You can also see if the agent or brokerage has any awards for client satisfaction.
- Interview several real estate professionals — I once saw a statistic that 84% of purchasers in Northern Virginia choose the first real estate pro they contact. This means one of two things. Either most people are choosing wisely the first time, or they're just rushing into things without weighing all options. Probably a little of both. The Realtor you choose should be able to clearly understand your needs.
- Don't underestimate the value of chemistry. — You and your real estate professional might be spending a lot of time together. You will probably be working with your Realtor anywhere from 2 to 12 months, so it helps to get along with them.
- Find out how each Realtor identifies properties. — When choosing a Realtor, ask how they find residences. Some Realtors have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s most suitable for you, not what’s best for your licensed real estate advisor. So make sure the real estate professional is willing to search high and low to find the most compatible property for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
- Find out more about your representation agreement. — The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all licensed agents to sign a representation agreement before showing properties or having material discussions about a specific detached. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. This advice is heavily used for a reason. Some representation agreements describe hidden administrative fees of $500 to $1000 that you must pay at closing. (Our does not.)
If you want a real estate guru in
22030, I suggest you talk to Stuart Nesbitt. I know you’ll discover that Stuart Nesbitt is friendly and aggressive.
No one knows more about the local real estate market than Nesbitt Realty.
