QUESTIONNAIRE DETERMINES REAL ESTATE AGENT SUITABILITY WHEN SELLING
Do you know what questions to ask a real estate agent to find out if they are the right one for you? Along with the free shortlist of vetted real estate agents we provide home sellers, Agent Finder NZ has developed a comprehensive Questionnaire to help you narrow down the choice.
Our Questionnaire enables you to be more in control and confident, especially when it comes to discussing real estate commission and fees.
When you are selling what is probably your most significant financial asset, it's important you do due diligence.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT ASKING IMPORTANT QUESTIONS
Often to their disadvantage, home sellers choose a real estate agent based on old habits like word of mouth or letterbox flyers, without really knowing much about an agent's conduct, or competence to negotiate an optimum sale price.
They believe that because they will be paying so much in fees and commission, they should just be able to hand everything over to the agent. While you should be able to, taking your eye off the ball comes with risk and can end in regret.
Selling a house can be daunting but it's at the point of choosing your real estate agent that the fate of your property sale is determined.
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PROVEN COMPETENCE MINIMUM BENCHMARK FOR CHOOSING AN AGENT TO INTERVIEW
Intuition and gut feeling can go some way in helping you to choose the most suitably qualified real estate agent, but only when the initial quality benchmark has been established.
The rule of thumb is to use a vetted real estate agent proven competent. It's a free service.
WHAT BENCHMARK DOES AGENT FINDER NZ USE FOR VETTING AGENTS?
With thirteen years of research, monitoring and listening to home sellers, Agent Finder NZ has established a high standard based on 20 indicators across four categories. This helps us find the most competent marketers, negotiators and communicators in the real estate industry.
Our due diligence on your behalf will put you at a much greater advantage than those who wing it. We have developed and proven the formula that achieves optimum prices and short sale time frames. Find Out More.
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REAL ESTATE VETTING A RELIEF FOR SELLERS
Most Kiwis infrequently sell a house and although they might have a desire for due diligence, many settle for what they think is the hassle-free or convenient option - but which sometimes in the end isn't.
In the 2021-2022 year, the Real Estate Authority (REA) received 271 complaints and 1,108 complaint enquiries resulting in 107 decisions being issued by Complaints Assessment Committees and 22 decisions issued by the Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Authority.
Seeking out excellence in real estate practice and standards by choosing a vetted agent can make what can be a daunting process much easier.
- Agent Finder NZ establishes agent competence using a proven benchmarking process
- Our centralised and streamlined real estate resources empower you to do your due diligence easily
- Best practice real estate expectations achieve optimum sale prices, more efficiently
We know that due diligence will influence your overall experience and optimise your sale price. Here's what some other sellers have said.
If you would like a short list of vetted agents and our Agent Questionnaire to help you choose, Get In Touch or phone 0800 789 532. It's a free service.
Agent Finder NZ Awards:
- Best Independent Real Estate Advisors 2022 | BUILD 2022 Real Estate & Property Awards
- Best Property Advice Hub New Zealand 2021 | APAC
- Most Reputable Property Advice Hub New Zealand for Wise Up NZ 2020 | APAC
- Best Real Estate Agent Vetting Service 2018 | APAC
Article updated March 22, 2023 by Trish Willis | Member of Property Institute of NZ (IPAC)
