Whether you’re on the hunt for a new home, looking to sell, or both, having a great agent by your side can make a world of difference.
In this blog, we’ll touch on the importance of finding the right real estate agent and share our best tips for how to do exactly that.
What to Look For in a Real Estate Agent
Depending on where you live, there could be hundreds (or even thousands) of real estate agents to choose from. With so many options available, it can be hard to make heads or tails of finding the right professional for you.
That said, if you know what to look for in a potential agent, it can make the process much easier.
In our opinion, there are two big details to consider when sorting through your options – an agent’s experience and their location.
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Experience Matters
When it comes to picking a reliable real estate agent, experience is a big deal. Ideally, you’ll work with an agent who has a lot of professional experience under their belt.
Real estate is always shifting and evolving. Markets can change overnight or slowly over time. With that in mind, the more years of experience your agent has, the more types of markets and conditions they’ll be familiar with. That knowledge will be super important in helping you get the best result possible.
Want to know more about the importance of agent experience? We wrote a whole blog post about it! Click here to read.
Location, Location, Location
Along with industry experience, you’ll want to look for a real estate agent who is local to your market. As a buyer, that means someone who is local to your preferred communities and neighbourhoods. If you’re looking to sell, it’s best to choose an agent who works in your current area.
Real estate is more local than you may realize. Markets and trends can shift at a community level or even right down a specific street or development. So with that in mind, the best agent for you will be someone who works and specializes in your area – bonus points if they live there too!
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, a local agent’s in-depth understanding of the homes, communities, and micro-markets in your area will be super important in helping you get the results you’re hoping for!
Where to Start
A quick internet search can be a great way to find information – it may even be how you found this blog post! As you surf the web and explore your options, don’t forget to pay close attention to location and experience.
Along with researching your options online, getting a personal recommendation can also be a helpful way to find a great agent. If you have a friend or family member who has bought or sold a home recently, ask them about their real estate agent. Discuss what they liked about their agent and if relevant, any areas where they felt their agent didn’t quite live up to expectations.
On that note, if you’re not able to find any personal referrals that’s okay too. Most agents will have testimonials from past clients on their website, or search engine reviews that you can explore to get an idea of what it’s like to work with them.
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Puckrin & Latreille: Here For You
At Puckrin & Latreille, we’re a family-led team of Realtors® who are proud to live and work in Durham Region and the Kawartha Lakes. We’ve bought and sold virtually every type of home, in every type of market condition since the ‘70s. Our team has the experience, insights, and connections to make your real estate dreams a reality.
Are you looking for a real estate agent? We’d love to meet with you. Reach out to our team today to get started.
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