What to ask in the interview
If selling, ask the Utah Real Estate agent how he or she
would establish a price. Request a
Comparative Market Analysis, also called a CMA, which
shows the market value of similar homes in the area that are
for sale or have recently sold.
If selling, ask the Utah Real Estate agent how he or she
would market your property. Understand that some agents may
prefer to first tour your property and then put together a
comprehensive customized marketing plan to present at a
later meeting. But if he or she can't suggest a single
strategy when asked, you might consider interviewing other
candidates..
Ask the Utah Real Estate agent how often you should expect
to hear from him or her. Know how and when you will
communicate to avoid unrealistic expectations. Pay attention
to office hours and whether you'll be invited to stay in
touch via a cell phone
or e-mail.
Ask how long the Utah Real Estate agent has been licensed
and how many buyers and sellers he or she has helped. While
time is not the most important factor, it may demonstrate
experience. Paul Teasdale has been selling homes full time
in Utah County for 13 years.
Ask about designations. Interest in continuing education is
a strong indicator of motivation and professionalism.
Paul Teasdale has four designations check out his resume on
the side navigation.
Pay attention to the agent's listening skills. Does he or
she cut you off before you've finished a sentence? There's
nothing worse than looking at houses you have no interest in
because the real estate agent has not listened carefully to
your needs, or having your home on the market too long
because it's priced incorrectly and the wrong buyers are
being targeted.
Ask the Utah Real Estate agent what his or her fee structure
is. Does he or she require a percentage of the sales price
or work for a flat fee? Will the agent be paid another way?
Team Teasdale offers
various
commission rates to meet
your needs.
If you are unsatisfied with a prospect's plans or
personality, thank him or her for taking the time to meet
with you and repeat the process with another Utah real
estate agent. It can be time-consuming, but it's worthwhile.
Once you've found the right Utah Real Estate agent to
represent you, hold up your end of the relationship. There
are simple things you can do to help your Utah Real Estate
agent get you the best deal.
Check out Team Teasdale's Marketing
Plan