How to Look for a Good Real Estate Agent
You may be planning to sell your home or buy a new home. Either way, you're probably looking for a great real estate agent.
Realtor, Real Estate Agent - is there a difference?
There are Realtors® and there are real estate agents. These are not synonymous terms. A real estate agent is licensed to "represent a buyer or a seller in a real estate transaction in exchange for commission."Real estate agents typically work for a real estate broker or Realtor.
A Realtor also is licensed and may sell real estate as either an agent or a broker. There are completely ethical real estate agents and Realtor®. The primary difference is that a Realtor has made an additional commitment to honor the 17-article code and profession of the real estate business.
The search and some questions
Looking for a great real estate agent means that you will be asking questions, so let's start building your list of questions:
- Referrals: ask your friends, colleagues, and relatives for referrals. Most people who have had a positive experience working with an agent will gladly describe their experience and why they feel their agent was exceptional.
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