Real Estate Agent Guide
“I can list and sell my home on my own!”
This sentiment is becoming more common, and while we understand where it comes from, it’s important to recognize the value a skilled real estate agent brings to the table. The right agent offers protections and expertise that are hard to replicate when navigating this complex process on your own.
We know how frustrating it can be to deal with pushy realtors who seem more interested in a commission than in your needs. Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant decisions you'll make, and it’s crucial to have a knowledgeable advocate by your side to alleviate the stress and avoid potential pitfalls.
Welcome to the AskLocal Way
Our online community marketplace allows you to easily compare offers from multiple local teams all in one place. Each agent has been carefully vetted for their expertise, experience, and client satisfaction. Our goal is to connect you with professionals who genuinely care about helping you find the right home.
Our AskLocal Agents
The agents in our marketplace are dedicated to enhancing your property's visibility if you're selling, negotiating the best deal if you're buying, and providing the time and attention you deserve. They bring valuable experience and insight to ensure a smooth transaction, navigating any complexities that may arise.
The AskLocal Executive Team
With over 70 years of combined experience in residential real estate, our team knows how to identify quality agents. Those featured on our platform have passed stringent criteria to ensure a consumer-first focus. As a member of the Ask Local community, your needs come first.
Key Considerations When Choosing an Ask Local Agent
- Experience Matters: Look for agents who have successfully operated in the market. Longevity alone doesn't guarantee effectiveness; all our agents are well-equipped with knowledge and skills.
- Read Customer Reviews: Reviews provide invaluable insights into an agent’s performance. We make it easy to access this information directly on their profiles, so you can learn from the experiences of others.
- Know the Bottom Line: Each agent has unique value propositions. You can compare these without any sales pressure, allowing you to choose the team that fits your needs best from the comfort of your own home.
- Review Recent Sales: Understanding the types of properties an agent typically works with can give you confidence in their ability to serve you effectively. For sellers, pay attention to the average days on the market and the price comparison.
- Commission Insights: Typically, the seller pays the agent’s commission, which can feel burdensome. However, our agents have extensive networks that can help maximize your selling price, potentially saving you money in the long run.
At Ask Local, we prioritize your interests and refuse to engage in the common “bait and switch” tactics found in the industry. If any agent misuses their position, they are promptly removed.
We view ourselves as advocates for consumers and are committed to building lasting relationships with our clients. Simply put, our success is tied to your success.
We look forward to earning your trust and helping you navigate your real estate journey!
A. We’ve made this easier than ever. As a registered user, you get direct access to the best in market and can learn what each has to offer without the sales pitch.
A. Our AskLocal lenders have created a product that goes direct to you. The middle-men normally involved in lending are now gone and no longer require compensation for originating your mortgage. When we eliminate those hands from the pot, the product becomes cheaper. We pass those savings directly on to you without sacrificing the service you deserve.
A. AskLocal highly recommends getting a home inspection done regardless of what anyone tells you. This will be one of the largest financial transactions in your life. You need to make sure it’s protected. Choosing which inspector to use is easy! Yet another benefit of our online vendor marketplace.
A. Regardless of what you hear, the reality is you as the buyer reserve the right to pick the title company used. Our title partners are the best in the business and have discounted rates to AskLocal registered users.
A. Appraisals are complex reports based on accurate and reliable data that comes from multiple sources. It’s nice to get an idea of what your home is worth instantaneously but the reality is those tools are designed to get people engaged in potentially selling their home. If you like certainty over hypothetical, you’ll love us and the resources we have here. Our AskLocal C.M.A. will provide a much better valuation range than other online estimation tools that are notorious for bad data. And if you want to know for sure, we have our AskLocal Appraisal desk to get a true opinion of value from a state certified appraiser that knows your market. Our resources are here to help eliminate the variables to ensure a successful real estate transaction
These are some of many questions buyers and sellers alike should have when entering today’s Real Estate market.
Overwhelmed at the thought of it all? Don’t be! This is why we’re here and our marketplace exists. We appreciate how hard it is just to keep up with a normal day, let alone adding in trying to buy or sell a home.
Having true partners by your side will provide all the difference necessary to make this experience a pleasant and most memorable one
