Interview Questions for a Realtor When Selling A Home

If you’re looking to sell your home, you’ll want to hire an amazing listing real estate agent to help and there are certain questions to ask so that you can pinpoint the right professional for you. It’s smart to be picky! A great real estate agent can help find buyers to sell your home fast, and for more money. Make the wrong choice, and your listing might languish. Then, the lowballing bargain hunters come circling; it's not pretty.

1. How long have you been a real estate agent?

2. How well do you know the area?

3. How much business have you done in the past year?

4. What additional services do you offer?

5. How long will it take to sell my house?

6. How much can we list my house for?

7. Do I have to put a sign in my yard?

8. What should I do to prepare my home?

9. How will my home be marketed? (ideas: online, paid marketing, social media)

10. How much do you charge for commission?

11. Should I get a home inspection before I list my home?

12. Are there any additional fees?

13. How many clients are you currently working with?

14. Do you work individually or with a team?

15. What is your schedule and availability?

16. Should I be present when potential buyers come to view my home?

17. What do I do with my pets during a showing?

18. Do I need to stage my home?

19. Will you also represent the buyer?

20. Are you able to provide references?