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Tobias McCosker, Are you looking for a house and need a Real Estate Agent that has experience and character? Do you want someone to help you find a great deal? Read this PDF and get tips n choosing the right professional.
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Toby McCosker - How to Find a Right Real Estate Agent for My Property Needs Toby McCosker - Finding the best real estate agent to meet your property needs is a rigorous exercise that involves considerable time and effort. However, technology has made it easier to assess potential and performance. Cut through the hype of the community of agents who tempt you with irresistible offers of best deals that ultimately turn out to be raw. Toby McCosker says follow these important guidelines to get the right solutions in a smooth and transparent manner. 1. Research Research potential agents instead of looking at property listings. There are many different types to choose from. Get an insight into how they conduct deals. Research how long the agent has been operating in the real estate business. You
will need one who demonstrates substantial knowledge of the particular area and shows his 'market presence' in the budget range you have in mind. 2. Look local The agent you pick is likely to represent you. So it is essential that the agent you select knows the properties for sale or rent including the ones that have been rented out or sold recently. An agent who knows the local market - like the back of his hand - can assess better and provide similar property options to buy, sell, or rent. They are better networked and can close deals faster than expected. 3. Market knowledge The agent should be able to give you a proper snapshot of the market in your locality as well as the surrounding areas. They should know about schools,
transport facilities, hospitals, banks, shopping complexes, entertainment hubs, and demographics. The kinds of buyers looking for homes in a particular area should be available in their updates. 4. Comfort matters Do you feel comfortable with the agent? Toby McCosker says you need to be honest with an agent during the entire buying or selling process. Hence you need to make sure you are comfortable with the agent and can have open and honest communications. You should know whether the agent is reliable and transparent just like you want him to be. After all, it is a financial matter and you need to depend on him for several significant matters apart from just finding the right property.
5. Select agent with the right credentials Like other professionals, real estate agents have also come under the regulatory network. Always opt for certified agents who maintain ethical standards and stay away from all kinds of malpractices in connivance with realtors. 6. Check results Look at the agent's performance - check his track record. If you have satisfied clients recommending his services and rating him high, then you should definitely look at what he has sold recently and probably shortlist his name. Never shy away from seeking hard facts, sale prices, time on the market, and any other relevant query you have in mind before hiring.
7. Look at current listings According to Toby McCosker check out an agent's listings online. Before doing so, look for an online platform where the prime focus is on the agent, not the property. Such a portal should provide ample information about the agents and the property market scenario in general. Most buyers start their search on the internet. You need an agent who uses this tool effectively. Examine how closely the agent's listings mirror the property you wish to buy, sell, or rent. Are they in the same area? Is the price range similar? Does the agent have substantial listings to suggest a healthy business?