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Thoughtful Questions Can Guide Your Decision - 3/12/2025

When interviewing real estate agents to sell your home, asking the right questions is key to finding an agent who will best meet your needs. The process of selling a home can be complex, and the right agent will not only have the experience and market knowledge but also the right approach to guide you through every step.

By asking insightful questions, you can gauge an agent's expertise, communication style, and understanding of your goals, ultimately helping you choose someone who will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Here are 25 common questions homeowners often ask when interviewing a real estate agent to sell their home:

  1. What is your experience in real estate, and how long have you been working in this area?
  2. How many homes have you sold in the past year?
  3. What is your average sale-to-list price ratio?
  4. How familiar are you with my neighborhood?
  5. How do you determine the listing price for a home?
  6. What are the current market trends, and how will they impact my home's sale?
  7. Can you provide references from past clients?
  8. What is your marketing strategy to sell my home?
  9. Do you use professional photography, staging, or virtual tours?
  10. Will you host open houses? If so, how many and when?
  11. How will you keep me updated throughout the selling process?
  12. What online platforms and social media channels will you use to promote my home?
  13. What do you think are the unique selling points of my home?
  14. How do you handle multiple offers?
  15. What is your strategy for negotiating the best price for my home?
  16. What is your commission rate, and what services does that include?
  17. Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?
  18. What steps do I need to take to prepare my home for sale?
  19. How long do you expect it will take to sell my home?
  20. What challenges do you anticipate in selling my home?
  21. Can you provide a comparative market analysis (CMA) for my home?
  22. How do you handle a situation where my home isn't getting offers?
  23. What happens if I'm not satisfied with your service? Can I cancel the contract?
  24. Do you work alone, or do you have a team?
  25. What sets you apart from other agents? Why should I choose you?

Answers to these questions will help homeowners understand an agent's expertise, marketing approach, negotiation skills, and overall fit with their needs.  For more information, download our Sellers Guide.

Tamara Towns-Pozorski CRS, ABR, GRI, PSA, SFR Century 21 Benefit Realty , WI (262) 470-2300 Wisconsin Licensed Broker: 56736-90 You will find that this buying or selling adventure isn’t predictable. You will find that things will come up that are tough or unexpected or unpleasant. It may not be seamless or painless. But my job is to help you through each one of those steps, so you can relax and know that your home and your family are in good hands. You are going to ask a lot of questions, and it’s my job to find the answers. You are going to get frustrated at times, and it’s my job to listen and help find resolutions. There may be surprises and delays, but my job is to make this as smooth a transaction as it can be. We can’t predict exactly how this is going to go, but you can be sure that I’ll be there for you every step of the way. A little about me: In 2012, I became a licensed Real Estate agent. I started working with Century 21 Benefit Realty in 2013. I’ve helped my clients buy and sell houses from: $63,500 to $1,200,000 500 sq. ft. to 9,000 sq. ft. 0.07 acres to 106 acres I have a great history of helping my clients buy and sell homes, investment properties, condos, and vacant lots. I have over $95 million in total career sales. My passion is helping people make their real estate dreams a reality! I want to help you make the best decision for YOU by listening to your wants, needs, and dreams! I will utilize my years of professional and personal experience, knowledge, and resources to achieve your goal. Contact Me Visit my Website Send a Referral Subscribe to Newsletter