Interviewing Your REALTOR

Choosing a Professional REALTOR^® should be considered one of your most important decisions, much the same as choosing your family doctor, attorney or financial advisor. Real estate holdings are considered by most to be the foundation of your estate, the shelter for your family and indeed one of your most important investments. It is important, then, to choose a professional who will advise you wisely and by all means, keep your personal goals at the forefront of all decisions. 

The trademark name, REALTOR^®, is a designation earned only after mandatory education requirements are met and a code of ethics oath of professional standards set forth by the National Association of REALTORS^® has been sworn. Look for the REALTOR^® trademark, as not every real estate practitioner has made this commitment.

It is important to interview the professional you entrust with your valuable investment to ascertain their specific knowledge and experience just as you would a doctor about to perform an operation on you or one of your loved ones. To that end, we have outlined below a list of fundamental questions that a professional REALTOR^® worthy to market your property should be able to answer. 

We hope you find this guide valuable and helpful in making the right choice for the professional to assist you in accomplishing your personal real estate goals.

Question	The Diane Allen Team	Other Agent
How many years of real estate experience?	30+(Team) 11+(Diane)	__________
Professional designations earned?	ABR, CLHMS, CRS, GRI,	__________
Do you have a customized written marketing plan?	Yes	__________
How much do you spend on marketing?	$50,000+/yr	__________
What is your average personal List/Sale Price Ratio?	97%	__________
What is the average MLS List/Sale Price Ratio?	95 %	__________
Do you offer a performance guarantee?	Yes	__________
% of business from past clients, referrals & spheres?	60%	__________
Do you have a mission statement?	Yes	__________
Do you have testimonials from past clients?	Yes	__________
Do you know and track your buyer sources?	Yes	__________
Do you do a computerized CMA?	Yes	__________
Do you have an award-winning personal Web site?	Yes	__________
How many hits per day do your receive?	3,000-4,000	__________
Custom virtual tours in the MLS & on your website?	Yes	__________
Feature property sites on REALTOR.com & others?	Yes	__________
Do you follow up on every showing for feedback?	Yes	__________
Do you provide a seller's net sheet?	Yes	__________
Do you provide professional full-color brochures?	Yes	__________
Do you have Accredited Buyer Specialists?	Yes	__________
Do you have a personal full-time staff to assist you?	Yes	__________