The best Realtor probably isn't a pushy individual, and is not always the one with the most sales under his or her belt. Your best choice in Fairfax County won't panic when facing an unexpected curve, and has the flexibility to work on your schedule.
Here are my words of advice for spotting the most compatible Realtor for you when you're purchasing a place of residence with 3 bedrooms:
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- Check out real estate pro 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.
- Talk to multiple Realtors — There is no one-size-fits-all. You sometimes need to see the property you don't want to buy to feel comfortable with the home you will buy. It's the same with licensed real estate advisers.
- Don't underestimate the value of chemistry. — You want a good listener and a real estate agent this isn't eager to the point of desperation. You don't want to have to explain the same thoughts and ideas over and over.
- Ask them how they search for detacheds. — When choosing a Realtor, ask how they shop residences. Some licensed real estate advisers have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what’s most compatible for you, not what’s right for your real estate pro. So make sure the real estate agent is willing to search high and low to find the perfect detached for you. That includes using the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as their own personal network.
- Find out more about your representation agreement. — The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all licensed agents to sign a representation agreement before showing properties or having material discussions about a specific residence. Be very wary of any agent that is not concerned about getting a representation agreement signed. Some representation agreements describe hidden administrative fees of $500 to $1000 that you must pay at closing. (Our does not.) It's critical that you examine all documents during the home buying process, and that includes your agent's representation agreement.
If you want an agent in Fairfax County, I suggest you talk to Ronald Ginyard, Sr. I know you’ll agree that Ronald is indefatigable and easy to work with.
