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The best choice of agent is not always the one with the most sales under his or her belt, and might not be a local. The best choice of agent understands how to work with the budget you establish, and doesn't get hurt feelings if you have a different opinion. Different property seekers are facing different challenges. Some purchasers love fixer-uppers.Some buyer clients are military. Some buyer clients have a large down-payment. Every property seeker is an individual; in the same way, Realtors have different accomplishments and expertise. Here's some best practices for identifying the most suitable Realtor for you when you're purchasing a townhouse with 3 bedrooms in Prince William County:

1. Check out real estate professional 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.
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2. Interview several licensed real estate advisers — You don't have to exhaust yourself interviewing agent after agent, but at least talk with two or three to see who you're most comfortable with. There is no one-size-fits-all. I know that I'm not the agent for every home buyer.
3. There should be a certain chemistry between you and your Realtor. — You and your Realtor might be spending a lot of time together. Interpersonal skills are as important as professional skills.
4. Ask the real estate pro his/her process for finding townhouses in Woodbridge. — When selecting a agent, ask how they identify townhouses. Some real estate pros have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s dream for you, not what’s ideal for your Realtor. So make sure the licensed real estate adviser is willing to search high and low to find the right abode 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 townhouse. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. It's critical that you examine all documents during the home buying process, and that includes your agent's representation agreement. It doesn't hurt to have a legal adviser take a look at your representation agreement, but usually that's not necessary. The document is pretty straight forward.