THE ANSWERS
April 30th, 2009 categories: Buying
Hopefully you read yesterday’s blog. I told you that I would provide my answers to the questions that should be asked of any Chicago real estate broker you might be considering to help you with buying a new home. Here they are.
- How long have you been selling real estate in Chicago? I have been a full time licensed salesperson since 1989–20 years.
- Are you a full time Realtor? Yes, always have been.
- Have you ever been sued, mediated, arbitrated or found guilty of ethical violation by your local Board of Realtors? No on all counts.
- How do you represent your buyers’ interests? My first obligation is to protect my client’s interests. I must disclose all that I know about a property or a condo building. I must provide comparable statistics to help my buyer client make an informed decision about what price to offer. I must relay all offers and counter offers without personal comment and still use my best bargaining techniques to help the seller’s agent understand my buyer’s thinking.
- Can you give me two or three past clients who have used you to purchase a home? Yes, just e-mail me and I will e-mail their names and contact information to you.
- Can you give me two or three brokers at other firms who would be willing to talk to me about your reputation in the brokerage community? Yes, just e-mail me and I will e-mail their names and contact information to you.
When you have the answers to these six questions, you will have more understanding about the experience and track record of any agent you are considering hiring. Next step is to let that lucky agent know that you would like to work with them.
Please feel free to call me at 312-981-2360 or e-mail me.
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