How Busy And How Capable Is The Real Estate Agent?

Having a lot of listings is often a sign of competent real estate agent, but that doesn't necessarily mean that the agent will best represent your needs.

Many real estate agents keenly boast of the number of successful transactions they've completed, or how many buyers they are currently working with, but does the agent have the time to devote to your needs? Will you be delegated to an assistant?

Working with a successful real estate agent can be extremely beneficial as long as you get the full service treatment. If the agent is working with several buyers, or has lots of listings, make sure you're comfortable with the time he or she will allocate working for you.

If on the other hand, the agent has few listings or sales, you might want to ask some questions to find out why. If the agent is new and lacks experience, then you will need to be reassured that he or she can tap into the resources and experience of others in the office.

Above all, it is really important to be comfortable with the real estate agent you are working with, and be confident of his or her ability to get the job done successfully. If you explain your requirements carefully, most real estate agents will do what it takes to achieve a satisfactory conclusion.