http://lizik.com Real Estate Broker and Instructor serving Loudoun, Frederick, Clarke, and Fairfax counties. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:35:14 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 http://lizik.com/2009/06/top-questions-to-ask-when-selecting-an-agent/ http://lizik.com/2009/06/top-questions-to-ask-when-selecting-an-agent/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:53:12 +0000 Steve Lizik http://designthroughgrace.com/slizik/?p=20 How do you know what to ask a real estate agent to make sure they are qualified to list your home or find a new home? Here a few questions to help get you started.

• How long have you been a REALTOR®? Are you full or part time?
• What professional organizations do you belong to? (Local Associations/National Association of REALTORS)
• Do you have a valid Real Estate License?
• What is your responsibility to me as your client?
• Do you represent both buyers and sellers at the same time? If so, Who’s best interest are you looking out for?
• What does the listing agreement entail, what are the beginning and expiration dates, and what are the fee amounts I will be paying?
• Is there a charge or contract when working with buyers?
• What types of things separate you from your competition and will you give me some feedback?
• What disclosure laws apply to me and what do I need to be aware of?
• How do you market to other Realtors?
• Are they a REALTOR® or a Real Estate agent? (There is a difference)
• Does the REALTOR® have a strong internet presence? If not, why? Will your home have enough exposure for all potential buyers to view? (85% of buyers go to the internet first)

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