7 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent

It’s frustrating, isn’t it? Every real estate agent seems to say the same thing. So, how do you choose when the promises all sound the same? The good news is, you don’t have to guess. Just a few key questions can cut through the marketing and reveal exactly who has the experience and support team to sell your home.

After 41 years and more than 2,400 homes sold, I’ve seen it all, from shifting markets to every possible buyer and seller scenario. I believe your decision should be based on hard evidence: a proven track record, key professional credentials, the company’s market strength, and a solid support system. My goal is to give you that evidence, replacing the guessing game with total confidence.

Today, I’m sharing the seven questions that matter. I’ll explain not only what to ask, but what a great answer looks like and how it separates the true professionals from the rest. You’ll learn how everything, from company performance to online reviews, contributes to a smoother and more successful transaction.

For the full story behind these seven questions and how they can help you choose the right real estate agent, watch the video above or use the timestamps below to skip to the topics that interest you the most:

00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Why these 7 questions matter
00:28 - Question 1: How long have you been in real estate?
01:01 - Question 2: How many homes have you sold?
01:43 - Question 3: Education and designations
03:32 - Question 4: Company market share
04:20 - Question 5: Per-agent productivity
06:17 - Question 6: Business process and support team
08:16 - Question 7: Customer service and reviews
09:29 - Final thoughts and contact info

If you are considering selling and would like help navigating these questions or applying them to your own situation, please feel free to call me at (706) 481-3800, email me at annmarie@annmariemcmanus.com, or visit annmariemcmanus.com. I’m here to help.