5 Qualities to Look for in a Real Estate Agent
16 Mar 2021 by Stephanie Ligsay

Looking for a real estate agent is like looking for the perfect doctor. You don’t want to end up with just anybody, and you want someone with the experience and know-how to help guide you in finding your new dream home. Just as you would in any other profession, there are qualities that you should look for when finding your dream real estate agent, and here are five that should stand out in the search for your home-finding partner-in-crime.

Honesty and Integrity

There are some real estate agents who have a problem with honesty and integrity, but the majority uphold these traits like a badge of honor, and this is the type of agent that you should be partnering up with. Agents who are honest with their clients fare much better in selling a home, while dishonest agents can leave a stain on their record that will be carried with them throughout the rest of their careers.

Having A Knack For Problem-Solving

The home-buying experience is not all smooth sailing, and there will be some problems that will pop up along the way. This is where your real estate agent can come into play and solve these issues for you.

Having a realtor that has a knack for problem-solving will be a tremendous trait that you simply can’t overlook when searching for the perfect agent.

A Hustle Attitude

You don’t want a real estate agent that puts things off until the last minute, is unreachable most of the time, and takes their time finding your dream home.

You need a realtor that has a hustle attitude, a can-do-won’t-stop mentality that will stop at nothing to getting you into your dream home.

A Large Network of Connections

There are a lot of connected parts in the real estate business, and a great realtor should have a great network of connections at their disposal.

Great Knowledge Of Their Local Market

You can’t be a great real estate agent if you don’t know your market. The best trait any realtor should have is a working knowledge of their local market. You, the buyer, can then tap into that knowledge to find your dream home.

There are more great traits you should consider when finding your real estate agent, but these five are the pillars to making your home-buying search go as smoothly as possible.

Stephanie Ligsay

"I have redefined the level of service in real estate."
Stephanie Ligsay is a powerfully engaging and magnetic agent who cares deeply about your real estate aspirations. A native to the Bay Area, she is intimately familiar with local niche markets and the defining qualities of various neighborhoods throughout Silicon Valley. Known as a results-oriented agent with more than 20 years of sales and marketing experience, Stephanie and her team deliver superb service with the spirit of hospitality.

Stephanie crafts a distinctive campaign to showcase your home, then executes an innovative plan that achieves maximum exposure among the largest number of qualified buyers. A proven, all-star negotiator, she is dedicated to getting the highest and best offer for your home.

Stephanie patiently and expertly helps buyers navigate both the fear and the enthusiasm of the purchase process, Stephanie takes pride in her caring attention to detail and clear, consistent communication.

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