Don't Hire an Arlington MA Real Estate Agent

Until You Read This

If you knew just how easy it is to get a real estate salesperson license you'd think twice before hiring a buyer's or seller's agent to represent you. Yes, the license makes it legal, but not necessarily qualified. There are a lot of real estate agents in Arlington who aren't going to be happy when they read this. But, they all know that it's true. They've all said as much in conversations among themselves.

Unfortunately, the number of years in the business, number of certifications, agent vs. broker, or self-directed accolades such as I'm customer focused, I'm honest, or I'm better looking - see my picture don't always guarantee you'll get the representation you need in the process of buying or selling a house.

In the first paragraph I offended some of my friends who are new in the business. So, to be fair, let's consider the seasoned agent or broker. You know that man or woman who's been selling houses to several generations of families. Doesn't that make them the best? I say, no. Well, not necessarily. Maybe they are just better or more experienced at handling objections - read better at manipulating you.

Would you agree that not all doctors or dentists are equally qualified? Of course not. Perhaps the one who's been in practice for a long time has big fat fingers, or hasn't kept up with the latest techniques. It's the same with real estate agents. You want to know who's behind you throughout the transaction, or you could get stuck with a big problem.

Picking the best real estate agent in Arlington MA could literally save or cost you thousands of dollars. So, do your homework. It's important that you find the best person to represent you in what's commonly referred to as your biggest financial transaction you'll ever make. Of course, that may not be true for you. But, one thing is true, not all real estate agents are the same.

Remember that the agent works for you, not the other way around. Hiring a real estate agent is just like any hiring process. It's critical that you take the time to get it right.

- Editor