- Compare real estate agents online.
- Get a referral.
- Check out the local housing market in person.
- Meet with at least three agents.
- Ask the right questions.
- Explain your communication preferences.
- Clarify your motivation to sell.
- Discuss selling strategy and number of showings.
How do I research a real estate agent?
- Talk to a lender before you hire a real estate agent.
- Get referrals from your network.
- Research potential candidates.
- Interview at least three real estate agents.
- Request references — and check them.
- Go with your gut.
- Take a close look at your contract.
How do you find a selling agent?
Look at their experience. Verify that potential listing agents are properly licensed by searching for their names in your state's real estate licensing database. When you visit an agent's website, check the current and previous listings to see if they are familiar with your neighborhood and have sold similar homes.
Can you approach a seller directly?
If you'd like your agent to present your offer directly to the seller, your agent can ask the listing agent for permission to do so. In those situations, though, the listing agent is still usually present with the seller.
How do I contact a listing agent on Zillow?
1. Navigate to the listing description, where you will see the listing agent's contact information. 2. Click on the agent's name in blue and this will prompt you to a lightbox where you can fill out your contact information and select "Contact Agent."Jan 15, 2021