{"id":1890,"date":"2025-03-25T04:00:26","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T11:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=1890"},"modified":"2025-03-31T11:33:27","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T18:33:27","slug":"questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent\/","title":{"rendered":"24 Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent Before You Hire One"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s been said that selecting a real estate agent<\/a> is much like dating. During that first meeting, you\u2019re asking them questions to determine if it will be a good fit. With an agent, you are trusting someone with what is most likely one of the largest and most important decisions a person can make. It\u2019s more than business \u2014 to be successful, both sellers<\/a> and buyers<\/a> must feel a connection with the agent.<\/p>\n

Like a relationship, you want to perceive genuine empathy from the agent, get a sense of trust from your interactions, and have a communication style that meshes. Choosing the wrong agent, or a bad agent<\/a>, could be one of the most costly mistakes you\u2019ll ever make.<\/p>\n

No pressure, right? But it doesn\u2019t have to be an arduous process. Here are 24 questions to ask a real estate agent to help you find the best professional for your needs and secure the most profitable deal possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Initial questions to ask a real estate agent during an interview<\/h2>\n

Having a great agent is important, so sellers need to make sure they\u2019re working with someone who will hit all the marks. In a recent HomeLight survey<\/a>, agents reported that sellers need to get back to the basics of home prep<\/a>, staging<\/a>, marketing<\/a>, and pricing<\/a> \u2014 the bread and butter of experienced agents\u2019 expertise \u2014 to convince hesitant homebuyers to take the plunge.<\/p>\n

Can I see your real estate license?<\/h3>\n

This simple question ensures you\u2019re working with a trained, accredited professional. No reputable agent will have an issue showing you proof of their license to sell in your area. If they can\u2019t deliver, feel free to move on.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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