How To Select A Great Real Estate Professional To Shop Properties Comparable To 3335 Freedom Pl In 22041 In Fairfax County

The great Realtor for you might not be a local, and is not necessarily the one related to you. The most compatible Realtor helps point out the benefits as well as the flaws of attractive places,  and doesn't get hurt feelings if you have a different opinion. We get paid to do this job because each situation is different. Some buyers love the fact that Nesbitt Realty will rebate them $2,897 when they use me to purchase 3335 Freedom Pl. (Others couldn't care less.) Some home buyers need garage parking. Some purchasers are investors. Realtors are like buyers, real estate professionals have different levels of patience and patience. Here's how I think you should opt for the best Realtor for you when you're purchasing in 22041:

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   1. Check out agent referrals. — I like Angie’s List because I know that Angie’s List voice verifies each review. You can also see if the agent or brokerage has any awards for client satisfaction. 

      

   2. Talk to multiple real estate professionals — I once saw a statistic that 84% of purchasers in Northern Virginia choose the first Realtor they contact. This means one of two things. Either most people are choosing wisely the first time, or they're just rushing into things without comparing apples-to-apples. Probably a little of both. There is no one-size-fits-all. I know that I'm not the Realtor for every buyer.
   3. Don't under estimate the value of likability. — You want a Realtor that “gets you”. Professional expertise is an important criterion when choosing a real estate agent in Fairfax County.
   4. Ask the real estate professional his/her process for finding houses. — When selecting a Realtor, ask how they search for homes. Some agents have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s most suitable for you, not what’s most compatible for your Realtor. So make sure the Realtor is willing to search high and low to find the right place of residence for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
   5. The devil is in the details. — The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all licensed agents to sign a representation agreement before showing properties or having material discussions about a specific dwelling. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. A representation agreement describes the agent's responsibilities and your obligations when a real estate agent shows you a house in Fairfax County. Some representation agreements describe a rebate paid to the home buyer at closing. (Nesbitt Realty offers rebates.) You'll want to read the fine print to make sure that this rebate isn't pulled away at the last minute.

 

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