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- Check out Realtor 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.
- Interview several Realtors — There is no one-size-fits-all. I know that I'm not the Realtor for every property hunter. You sometimes need to see the home you don't want to buy to feel comfortable with the home you will acquire. It's the same with Realtors.
- It's critical that you and your agent share a certain rapport. — Professional expertise is an important criterion when choosing a Realtor in Fairfax County. You and your Realtor might be spending a lot of time together.
- Find out how they seek. — When picking a real estate agent, ask how they seek homes. Some licensed real estate advisers have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s right for you, not what’s best choice of for your Realtor. So make sure the Realtor is willing to search high and low to find the great property for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
- 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 home. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. It doesn't hurt to have a lawyer take a look at your representation agreement, but usually that's not necessary. The document is pretty straight forward. A representation agreement describes the agent's responsibilities and your obligations when a real estate agent shows you a townhouse in Fairfax County.
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