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Hiring A New Real Estate Agent

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So, you are nervous about hiring a new agent. Let me put your mind at ease. New agents may have never actually handled a real estate transaction before but, they are well trained. In order to be an agent, they have to attend 90 hours of training and pass the National and State portions of the exam. Agents also must be licensed under a Broker (someone who has been in the business at least 3 years and received hours of additional training) who will assist them and make sure all contracts, negotiations and activities follow regulations and are done correctly. After all, the agents represent the Broker so the Broker's business and reputation lies in how well an Agent performs. Still nervous? The best agents have to start somewhere and who is more likely to go to extremes to assist their client? A new agent. They want to build their clientele, get good reviews and they need the paycheck! New agents are more likely to give the best customer service possible because you may be the l

Why do I need to hire an agent?

In the day of internet, social media and DIY, why do I need to hire an agent when I can just sell it myself? Good question. Let me ask you a few. Why would you go to a restaurant when you can cook it yourself? Why would you hire a plumber when you can fix it yourself? Why would you hire a mechanic when you can change your own oil? Because these are industry professionals and they simply make life easier. A real estate agent does the same thing. They take the pressure off of you so you can go on with your life. According to forbes.com , here are 5 good reasons to hire a real estate agent. 1. Better access/More convenience 2. Negotiating is Tricky Business 3. Contracts Can be Hard to Handle 4. Real Estate Agents Can't Lie 5.Not Everyone Can Save Money In short, agents have been trained to handle the legal and financial aspects of real estate transactions. They are bound by law to act on behalf of their client and, although you may save on commissions, working without a