Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Choosing the Right Agent

Getting Started Right, Choose The Right Agent

 I took some time today to look thru a buyers eyes and see what they should look for in finding the right agent to work with. This can be tough sometimes when your looking into a new area, especially a resort area like Myrtle Beach. In areas where it's primarily a local market it's much easier, friends referrals, civic clubs etc.

1. When you find an agent online, take the time to read their bios, read their client testimonials if they have them, their areas of expertise, their designations and anything else you feel pertinent. They are going to be representing you in most likely the largest investment of your life.

2. Shoot them an email or give them a call, I suggest a call, you can tell a lot about an agent by how fast they respond to either of these. It lets you know that your business is a high priority to them. You deserve the best customer service and a professional agent will provide this from the very first contact. You see, their success depends on your success and only your success.

3. Ask plenty of questions, their years of experience, their designations, their areas of expertise, local knowledge, past experiences etc. This will help you and the agent build trust throughout not only the search experience, the offer, the escrow period but even after the close if you might need help with local trade resources or having friends and family who need the same services that you needed. You'll have complete confidence when you tell someone that they can feel safe and protected by using your last agent.

4. This one more or less falls on you, share all of you and your families needs for the home your seeking. Give as many details as you feel pertinent, no matter how small. I'll promise you as an agent I certainly appreciate these things. Your personal likes, hobbies, interests etc. can be very valuable in locating the right area. You see, my success is totally dependent on your successful experience. This business operates on relationships as well as homes.

5. Last but not least, keep the lines of communications open at all times. This might open up things you have in common with each other and take a little of the stress out of the experience. Buying a home is a stressful task and a good professional agent will eliminate a lot of it for you. Let us handle some of it, that's what we do best.

In closing, when your ready, make that call or email and be choosey who represents you and your family. It doesn't cost you a single penny to have the best agent represent you, I only get paid for results.

See you at the closing,

Doug, ABR CREN