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7 tips for finding a realtor

If you want to buy or sell a house but don't know where to look, you need the help of a realtoe. Here are some tips to help you choose the right one.

Where to look

Ask around. If friends have recently bought or sold a home with a realtor and were satisfied with their work, they can recommend this specialist to you.

Search on social networks. Facebook and YouTube blogs are some of the best sources online. Many realtors now have professional blogs where they talk about themselves, their services and interesting case studies. This is a good opportunity to learn more about the profession, read customer reviews and understand what exactly they can help with.

Visit real estate and service websites. Sites like Mereag are convenient as you can find many quality realtors in the one place.

How to check

Study client reviews. You need to distinguish fake reviews from real ones. The main criterion for reliability - the facts and vital details. If the review is unsubstantiated - it is most likely fake.

Find out the cost of services. There are services that have fixed prices that do not depend on the terms of the purchase or sale. You can roughly determine the price segment of a realtor. If the cost of services are available online, it indicates the transparency of pricing and the openness of the professional.

Find out how long the company or realtor has been in the market. You should not turn to newcomers, it is better to choose companies/real estate professionals who have been working in the real estate field for at least three to five years.

Find out what the realtor's specialisation is. If they works in the rental market, it’s unlikely that they would help conduct a complex alternative transaction with a chain of sales. It is also important to consider the class of property that they specialise in. For example, if they specialise in budget properties, they mightn’t be the best choice for dealing with million dollar projects!