Many people make an emotional decision to hire a real estate agent because they are related to that person, have a close friendship or because they are afraid to hurt their feelings. Rather, the selling agent should always be employed on the basis of skill and performance. Here is a simple test to put to your realtor.


12 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

1. How long have you been selling real estate?
2. How many homes have you sold in this area?
3. What do you know about the Arrowtown real estate market?
4. Is your office open seven days a week?
5. What is your company’s market share of the Arrowtown market?
6. How many houses are for sale in Arrowtown?
7. What is the average selling price for a home in Arrowtown?
8. What is the average selling price for a section in Arrowtown?
9. Do you mail and letter box drop brochures of my house to potential purchasers and neighbours?
10. Do you phone your sellers after every visit?
11. Do you provide a written report to sellers?
12. Can you tell me how many people you have on your data base?