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Douglas Trudeau , Assoc. Broker
Prudential Foothills Real Estate
64 N. Harrison Road, Suite 160
Tucson , AZ 85748
Mobile: 520-954-2209
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Tucson Real Estate - Home Buying 102

Congratulations you made it through Home Buying 101 - Choosing A Lender. Now that you have a loan you are ready for 102 - Choosing A REALTOR®. When buying real estate in Tucson, a good lender and a good REALTOR® are important.

Choosing A REALTOR®.

Realtor Crystal BallFinding the right REALTOR® can make all the difference in having a pleasurable experience in finding a home or a miserable time. Not all REALTORS® are created equal. Like any business there are good REALTORS® and not so good REALTORS®.

Some REALTORS®…

  • … work long hard hours.
  • … sit around waiting for clients to call.
  • … work hard to get better.
  • … think they know all they need to know.
  • … are good listeners.
  • … think you should listen to them.
  • … are flexible in changing winds of times and bend like the willow.
  • … are inflexible to changing winds, refuse to change and adapt, and are rigid like the oak.
  • Most REALTORS® give their personal best. Some are just better than others.  

Ask your REALTOR® some vital questions. 

  • Question Your RealtorHow long has your REALTOR® been in real estate? Tenure doesn’t always equate to best. If your REALTOR® is willing to get better and improve, tenure can be good. If he or she is rigid about how to do business in real estate, you may not be getting the best mix. Though experience is a good teacher, it is not everything. A newer more energetic REALTOR® may be a better mix. His or enthusiasm may compensate for years of experience.
  • What is you REALTOR’S® area of expertise? A residential specialist may not understand the complexities of income properties, 1031 exchanges, rent rolls, lease contracts, etc. He or she should have a general knowledge about numerous geographical communities. If your REALTOR® getting outside their geographical area of a particular city, ask to be referred to someone in that area. Example, I know Tucson, Marana, Vail, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, and Green Valley. These communities are all part of the Tucson Metro area. However, when it comes to Casa Grande, Benson, Nogales, Tubac, and several other outlying areas I am not familiar with I prefer to refer to a REALTOR® who knows those areas. I know about smaller investment properties, but, when it comes to large apartments or commercial properties, I refer.
  • Is your REALTOR® a full time REALTOR®? If you are not in a hurry to find a home a part time REALTORS® may meet your needs. If he or she is part time and putting 40 or more hours a week into real estate, then you may be OK. If he or she only works real estate one day a week, you may be in trouble. A full time REALTORS® is going to have more hours available for you to work with your schedule.
  • Real Estate TeamIs your REALTOR® working by his or herself or as part of a team? A team member may or may not be committed to you and your needs. Some are good, but, others get what is handed to them and may not have the commitment you need. That person gets a percentage of the commission they earn and pay to the team leader. If a team is all you want, OK. You may even have the option of asking for another team member if there is a conflict. If personal service from the team leader is what you want a sole proprietor is better for you. A sole REALTOR® has his or her integrity on the line. If he or she doesn’t give you good service their reputation is damaged and you’ll go to another REALTOR®.
  • What credentials does your REALTOR® have? There are two mind set here. Credentials tell you  the training a REALTOR® may have. Conceptually, more training means better service. How many people do you know with a masters or doctorate degree who have the intelligence of a mud hen? Credentials and training are good signs for measuring potential competency. However, buyer beware, it does not guarantee quality of service. Understanding, compassion, and commitment may be better measures. Needless to say, I am still pursuing more credentials. The more one learns, the better the opportunity for higher service. I just want buyers to understand the fire within, and not overestimate the exterior badges. You be the judge on the importance of credentials. 

Characteristics your REALTOR® should have. 

When choosing a REALTOR® some characteristics you may want to look for. In my article 7 Characteristics Your REALTOR® Needs you will learn what to look for. 

  • Honesty
  • Strength
  • Personality
  • Listener
  • Star, eager beginner, or in between
  • Committed
  • Experience  

 

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