Questions you should ask an agent when looking to sell

Choosing a real estate agent to sell your home can be confusing and overwhelming. You want an agent that will be right for you and your circumstances to guide you through your selling journey and help you achieve the best price possible.

If you are considering selling your home, and are wondering where to start when engaging the services of a real estate agent to assist you, this video will provide you with six questions to ask your agent when selling, and what they should be able to tell you.

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Question 1 – How long will it take to sell my home?

A great real estate agent should be able to give you an indication on how long it will take for you to sell your home. This information should be based on what other sales have occurred in your area as well as what the agent has been able to achieve in the past.

Question 2 – How much will my home sell for?

The agent should be able to give you an idea of what your home is worth. Make sure that amount is justified by other sales that have occurred in your area of similar homes. Do some of your own research to find out what the state of the current market is, and check the value of other properties in your area that are comparable to yours. Pricing your home to sell correctly will ensure that your property does not sit on the market too long.

Question 3 – How can I maximise the value of my home?

With many properties currently on the market for sale, ensuring that your property stands out and looks its best will help you to achieve the asking price. The agent should provide you with tips on how to maximize the value of your home with some simple design tips when selling a home, which can really help to maximize your sale price.

Question 4 – What is involved in the real estate selling process?

The agent should sit down with you and take the time to explain what is involved in the real estate selling process, so that you are fully aware. The agent should be able to answer all your questions, allowing you to trust them to guide along the selling journey.

Question 5 – What marketing will you do for my property?

Over the years, there have been many changes when marketing your home for sale. Advanced innovation and technology when selling has seen the emergence of tools which increase engagement with buyers, helping to advertise your property in a sophisticated and detailed manner. The agent should know what avenues to use to maximize your exposure to the market.

Question 6 – What costs are involved when selling my property?

An agent needs to be able to clearly articulate the costs associated with selling. Some of these costs will include the agent’s commission including GST, likely marketing costs, solicitors or conveyancing fees and removalists.

So there you have it - six questions to ask your estate agent when selling. If you’re ready to discover the secrets to being ready to sell your home, download our free insider secrets to being ready to sell checklist.

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