Choosing the Right Agent

A reputable agent should be able to:

Show you a number of homes available in your price range.
Be willing to take you back a second time should you like the home in the first instance.
Inform you about the size of home, size of the land and the amount of council rates levied.
Inform you about the ‘chattels’ that will stay with the home, such as carpets, stove, etc.
Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of each home in relation to your specific needs.
Tell you the original asking price and how long the home has been listed.
Know when ‘new listings’ come on the market.
Keep you up to date on changing financial conditions.
Be available to answer your questions or to offer assistance regarding your home purchase.
Discuss market trends and values relative to properties which may be of interest to you.
Assist you with homes offered ‘For Sale By Owner’.
Keep you informed on a regular basis should you choose to buy through them.