how do you determine a good RE Agent?

My house has been on the market for just over a month and when I signed with my agent, I thought he was great. I was really impressed with his credentials and thought he had some great ideas.

Now I'm not so sure. I have doubts as to whether he is marketing my house well (or at all). He is slow to return emails and phone calls.

Re: how do you determine a good RE Agent?

I went with someone people I actual know used, and loved.

Re: how do you determine a good RE Agent?

Why don't you tell him how you are feeling? If he isn't doing his job and you call him out on it then he'll get his @ss in gear! JMO

Re: how do you determine a good RE Agent?

When we were selling Mom's house, the REA stunk. They just weren't hustling enough. We switched and sold the house faster with the advice and guidance of a new REA. In turn, she helped DH and I get the house we are buying now and the deal was done FAST and easy.

Re: how do you determine a good RE Agent?

If you know the neighborhood it makes it easier. I know who in my area is moving properties bc I am always looking and I see who seems to sell.

That said recommendations are a great way to go.

Most important thing IMO is that it is someone who has experience in the area. If you are selling in say Bayside--use someone with an office in Bayside, who knws Bayside. They have a client base THERE, they know people THERE...likely it will move faster then a RE from Plainview selling a Bayside property...

Drive around your area--who has the most signs on the neighborhood's lawns? chances are they are doing something right

Message edited 5/12/2010 9:32:16 PM.