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Things to know before hiring a real estate agent

Posted On : Aug-17-2010 | seen (520) times | Article Word Count : 448 |

“Real estate is at the core of almost every business, and it's certainly at the core of most people's wealth. In order to build your wealth and improve your business smarts, you need to know about real estate”
“Real estate is at the core of almost every business, and it's certainly at the core of most people's wealth. In order to build your wealth and improve your business smarts, you need to know about real estate” says Donald Trump, the legendary real estate developer. True, after all there isn’t a wise investment than land. But the world of real estate can be confusing as well. You need to be very careful before you deal with a real estate agent .If looking for a good and competent real estate agent isn’t your thing you could look through websites that specialize on real estate. Aksagents is one such website that connects thousands of buyers and sellers to the best and most competent real estate agents in the country. With Askagent you are bound to cut a good deal. Here’s a list of things you need to know before you hire a real estate agent.

Ask what’s unique, about the real estate agent and, why should you list your estate with him. Is it because he specializes in the property that you want him to deal with? Has he got a proven marketing strategy? Is it because he gives you the most hassle free deals? Keep your eyes and ears open. Don’t get lured by gimmicks .There isn’t a sweet talker than a real estate agent.

Check the real estate agents track record in your area. Every real estate claims to be the best or number 1, but when it comes to figures of successful deals, how many are able to give them out? Very few would be able to confidently give you the number of deals they have successfully managed.

Ask about the marketing plans, what would be the strategy of the real estate agent in selling your property.

Another crucial thing to ask is the average difference between the asking price and the selling price on the previous properties sold. How long does it take for a property to sell, once it’s listed? What are the terms of cancellation once the property is listed? Would he give references of clients?

These are just a few pointers with the help of which you can choose a real estate agent. Or you could simply choose a real estate agent from one of the many real agents listed with Askagents. They would help you to find the best agents who could broker a profitable deal for you. Agents listed under Askagents are the best people to look for, irrespective of what you are looking for, a real estate agent to help you sell your property or one who would help you to buy a property.

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AskAgents is the best place to look for homes for rent. This article written by the author who is closely associated with AskAgents clearly mentions the things to know when it comes to homes for sale.

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Category : Finance : Real Estate

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