Helensburgh Blog

By Tracey Seghabi, Business Development Manager – Raine & Horne Helensburgh

Selling a property is an important process and finding the right agent to guide you through is pivotal in achieving a successful outcome and stress free experience.

The listing presentation is their time to shine, however it is what happens behind the scenes that count. Here are our top 5 tips to help assist you choose the right agent for you:  

1. Local Expert

A local agent with superior knowledge is vital in determining where your property sits within the market. This will ensure you are given the right advice on how to proceed with presenting your property in its best light.

2. Marketing Strategy

A strong marketing campaign exposes your property to potential buyers and it is important that your property is seen. For instance, marketing platforms have several categories for paid promotions. Should your property not be listed in top priority category this may mean potential buyers will not see your property within their search.  

3. Results

Sales results are important, however so too is the time the property has been on the market.  A property which has been on the market for an inflated price may not sell for some time and therefore will reflect this is the ultimate sales price. A good way to monitor this is by looking at your local real estate platform’s new listings and keep an eye on the listed price compared to the sale price.  It could be quite a variance.

4. Reviews

Verified reviews from vendors and buyers are your best indication on how an agent will conduct themselves and represent your property.  Ask others for recommendations or simply google an agent’s name which will give loads of information.

5. Comfort

Finally, it is important that you feel comfortable with your agent of choice. There will be times where you need to ask questions and you should feel at ease doing so.  Connection is vital in ensuring essential lines of communication are open and maximum results are achieved.

Choosing the right agent is so important.  The relationship which develops with them will be one of the best connections for property resources that you can make for now and into the future.