Is Your Real Estate Agent A Good Listener?

Before deciding on which realtor to use, think carefully about whether the agent has both the business skills and personal skills required to do the job. When meeting with a real estate agent it is like a job interview. Would you employ this person or trust them with your biggest asset? You need to ask the real estate agent the right questions and listen carefully to the answers.

If you are uncertain with the proposed plan the agent puts forward, or if you are uncomfortable with his or her personality, thank the agent for taking the time to meet with you, and repeat the process with another real estate agent. It is time-consuming to meet with multiple agents, but it's worthwhile to find the right one.

Pay attention to the agent's listening skills. Does he or she cut you off before you've finished a sentence?

The real estate agent must understand your needs. There's nothing worse than looking at houses you have no interest in buying. Likewise, you don't want your home on the market too long because the agent is targeting the wrong buyers.

Selecting the right realtor is important. Take the time to choose the right person for your real estate needs.