Barb Schlinker The Real Estate Voice

Barb, home sellers planning to put their homes on the market often ask how to prepare.  What are some things a home seller should consider when choosing an agent to sell their home?1 . Not all real estate agents are the same➢Years of experience helps but it may not indicate if they are actively selling in this market➢Ex you may get an agent who has been licensed for years but only sells a few homes here and there➢So when it's time for negotiating how would they know things like:■      It's no longer customary for            the seller to pay buyers closing costs2. Negotiating prowess:➢ An agent who does not sell many homes may be anxious to encourage you to jump at the first offer..■ Active on Monday, offer on Tuesday, what about the weekend buyer who may pay more?➢ What about inspection repairs – recently got one that has 26 items on it including…■New stucco siding & mud jack basement slab■The buyers agent, clearly did not properly manage expectations with her buyer about this market and what i