The best way to find the perfect agent is to simply ask around! Referrals are keys to finding an agent that works best for you. Ask friends and family to determine if they know a great agent who may be able to assist you. Contacting local real estate brokerages can help you locate top agents in your area. After you have a list of a few good agents, jot the names of the agents, dig a little deeper, and determine the following before making your selection. Next, find out about recent sales and how many homes they have sold within the past 12 months. This step help you know how much experience the agent have. Getting an understanding of their track record can be used to compare to other real estate agents to determine which real estate agent works best for you. Beyond being a licensed agent, there are additional licenses and credentials he or she can earn. Listed below are among the most popular: 1. Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) is a credential for licensed agents and recognized as the highest credential in the real estate field. There are less than 3% of realtors who hold the designation and agents are required to obtain additional education and experience in order to obtain the designation. 2. Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI) designation is awarded to real estate agents who have obtained additional real estate education. Designees obtain education in the area of sales process, legal and regulatory, technology and professional standards. 3. Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designation is awarded to real estate agents who completed education regarding how to best represent clients during real estate transactions. Licensees must pass an examination and meet education requirements. Finally, arrange a meeting with a few agents to understand whether the real estate agent may be a person you are willing to work with. More in realestatehall/agents-brokers.html
Posted on: Fri, 21 Jun 2013 06:53:53 +0000
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