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How To Pick a Realtor® When Buying a Home

March 9, 2021 by Sara Gillooly Leave a Comment

Picking a Real Estate Agent can be daunting, particularly if you’re a first-time home buyer and have never gone down this path before. I mean, there are literally hundreds of us out there, so how do you choose the right Real Estate Agent?

The best things you can do is interview a few of them. I always tell my clients to sit down with 3 Realtors® and have a conversation with them. Talk about your goals and the things you’re looking for, and assess how they respond. Do they seem knowledgeable? Do your personalities match? Are you able to communicate easily with them? Remember – if you’re going to spend 2 or 3 months with a Realtor® (or longer), you want to make sure you trust them and feel comfortable with them.

So what types of questions should you be asking a Realtor®? Well, before you approach them I’d say that goal setting is really important. Think about what you want out of your home. Not just now, but also in the next several years from now. Are you planning on starting a family soon? Are you going to buy a pet next year? Do you see yourself working from home in the future? Knowing your situation now, as well as planning for the future, will help you figure out what you should be looking for. And ultimately, what you should be communicating to your Realtor®.

You should also think about your wants versus needs. What are your ‘non-negotiables’ versus your ‘nice-to-haves’? A good Realtor® will ask you these questions and will help you navigate those decisions. They will offer guidance and knowledge, and will present you with options that actually fit your needs. Their primary interest should be to find the best possible home for you.

Regardless if you’re a first-time home buyer or if you’re looking for a new agent, I would encourage you to feel confident in the interview process. Don’t feel intimidated. Afterall, you are making one of the biggest investments of your life, and investing in the right Realtor® is part of that process. A Realtor’s® job is to listen to your needs and to help you navigate the home buying journey from start to finish.

It could be a rigorous process but when you find the right Realtor® you’ll know. They will be genuine and invested in your needs, and interested in building a relationship with you. In fact, they’ll likely become your friend and will stay with you for life.

If you’re looking for a Realtor® or just have some general questions about buying a home, feel free to reach out to me. I’m always happy to help.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Buying a Home

About Sara Gillooly

Sara Gillooly is an agent with RE/MAX All Points in Coquitlam, BC. She has been recognized within the top 10% of agents in Vancouver, and is now a highly regarded and regularly referred agent in The Greater Vancouver Area.

From a young age, Sara watched and learned from her parents’ success in Real Estate. She continued to build on her knowledge through diverse real estate experiences – everything from being an agent, to real estate investment and redevelopment, to commercial real estate. She has even been a property manager in Arizona. She believes in staying informed and educated, which is why she is continuously learning about current market conditions and their effect on the real estate industry in The Lower Mainland.

With such a strong background in so many facets of the business, Sara is able to provide exceptional service to her clients. She is usually referred to others by word of mouth for her level of expertise, honesty and care. She is a dedicated, persistent and excellent negotiator who will always fight for the best interest of her clients. Sara truly goes above and beyond.

Even in her personal life, Sara has always felt the need to help others. She has been repeatedly recognized as a leader in her community since she was a student. Her notable achievements include working as a Human Rights Advocate in Geneva, Switzerland for the United Nations and having established her own charity.

If you’re looking for an experienced Realtor® to help you with your buying or selling needs, Sara will be there every step of the way.

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23:21 27 May 21
Working with Sara is fantastic! Trustworthy and experienced realtor who gives you honest advice to help you make the best decision regarding the sale or purchase of your home. She is very knowledgeable about the market on both sides and made everything so easy!!
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04:56 29 Jan 21
As first time home buyers we had a lot of questions and didn't really know where to start. We initially met Sara at an open house of one of her properties, and we are extremely glad we did. She made the entire home buying process very easy. She was honest and we really felt as if she was looking out for our best interests. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell their home!
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20:43 10 Dec 20
Sara is an amazing realtor to work with. She is very diligent and hard working. She is so thorough when it comes to researching everything about a property (including all the strata minutes) and she is honest and upfront about whether she thinks it is a wise property to buy. She will fight for the best price for you. She demonstrates integrity and knowledge in her field. Sara was so accommodating and flexible for us as well. When we had limited time to view properties in the lower mainland, she managed to book 12 viewings in a couple days for us so that we could see all the places we wanted to while we were in the area. Plus she was great with our child. I would highly recommend Sara Gillooly as your realtor!
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23:33 18 Nov 20
My husband and I lucked out getting Sara as our realtor during the search for our first condo. We met her at an open house and our first impression was of someone who listened to what you wanted and didn't try to make the listing match that. She is very honest about what the strengths/weaknesses of each property and doesn't try to push you into anything you don't want. She took the time to get to know us and what we were looking for, and really kept that in mind in her recommendations and when we went to open houses together. Sara is very responsive and professional and cares about her clients. She also has some excellent recommendations for mortgage brokers/financial planners/home inspectors/etc. She also worked some things into our purchasing contract that saved us money. Overall, I cannot recommend Sara highly enough.
Wesley Brookes
Wesley Brookes
16:52 14 Nov 20
Sara was THE perfect ally to have for the purchase of our first property. She was patient with us and made sure to explain each of the phases of the search and purchase process clearly. She is not just interested in a sale. She really has your best interests at heart. Several times she was the one asking the hard and important questions that wouldn’t have even crossed our minds. I would 100% recommend her to others and will most definitely be calling her down the road when and if we decide to sell. Thanks Sara.
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Kevin Nand
02:19 31 Oct 20
Most honest opinion you’ll ever get. Helped us purchase our first home. There was no pressure and insured that we never settled. Very professional and friendly. Wouldn’t consider anyone else
Anne Marchant
Anne Marchant
20:25 22 Feb 20
From our first contact with Sara Gillooly, she has been quick to respond and worked tirelessly on my behalf.Sara assessed our property and recommended some up-grades. She provided us with contacts for professional trades- people, who were efficient, competent and within budget. Her staging transformed our fifteen year old apartment, into a fabulous, urban chic home with a modern flare.Sara was very diligent about assessing the market and helping set a price. She meticulously checked all offers and followed up promptly, day and night.Sara’s knowledge and years of experience in the real estate industry made what could have been a long and stressful process, quick and seamless.Sara Gillooly was a pleasure to work with and we could not be happier with our sale. We recommend her to anyone buying or selling a property in Greater Vancouver area and Lower Mainland.
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