If you are planning to sell your home for the first time and you’re unfamiliar with the selling process, you may have quite a few questions about it. That’s why it’s so important for first time home sellers to work with an experienced and knowledgeable real estate professional who can answer your questions, address any concerns you may have, and just generally guide you throughout the entire process of selling your home while making the transaction go as smoothly as possible. If you already have a real estate agent in mind whom you’re considering hiring, here are a few good questions you can ask him or her to make sure he or she is the right person for the job:
1. Do you have a website where you can list my home? These days, most buyers prefer to search for homes online, as it’s extremely convenient and can be done anytime, anywhere. Make sure that your home will be listed online, either on your real estate agent’s personal website or on their company’s website.
2. How will you communicate with me during the selling process and how often? Some real estate agents give their clients daily updates, while others prefer to touch base weekly. Some realtors prefer to communicate via email, while others prefer to speak on the phone. Find out your real estate agent’s preferred method of communication and see how quickly they respond to your inquiries. It’s important to agree on a communication method and frequency so you’ll know how to reach them and when to anticipate an update.
3. What will you do to make sure I get top dollar on my home? What is your average market time? Marketing skills are picked up through experience and real estate agents have to constantly be learning new skills and techniques to stay competitive. Your home will sell much faster if your agent has solid marketing skills and good understanding of the demographics of your market.
If you are planning to sell your home, let The Incorvaia Team make the process as easy as possible for you. Call us at 440-879-7130 today!
