Whether you’re buying or selling a luxury home, having the best real estate agent by your side definitely makes the process easier.
The best real estate agent should have a number of important qualities that can help you buy or sell your luxury home successfully.
Here are the some of them:
- The agent specializes in luxury homes
An agent that is dedicated to buying and selling luxury homes tells you they have the necessary skills and experience in dealing with this type of property. They also have a wealth of information about the luxury home market and understand your specialized needs. Ask friends and family members for recommendations or search online for a highly rated luxury real estate agent. - The agent is an experienced and seasoned professional
Your agent should have a good number of years under their belt as a luxury real estate agent. Their experience can help you find the best luxury home or sell yours at a good price. They’re discreet and know how to navigate their way around situations unique to the market. - The agent knows your wants and needs
The best luxury real estate agent takes the time to know what you want and need in buying or selling a luxury home. They take your best interests at heart in order to get you the best possible outcome. - The agent has local and market knowledge of the area
Another important quality that your luxury real estate agent should have is the local knowledge of the neighborhood and area you’re looking at. Your agent should know the ins and outs of your chosen upscale neighborhood. They should also know the current market trends of the luxury homes in the communities you’re interested in. Their expertise makes buying or selling your luxury home easier. - The agent has an extensive network
An extensive network is key because connections allow buyers a wider range of luxury homes to choose from. Sellers, on the other hand, benefit from having the agent target the right kind of buyers for their high-end homes. - The agent has a plan
Your agent should have a solid plan when it comes to buying or selling a luxury home. If you’re a seller, ask your potential agent how they plan to market your home and if you’re a buyer, ask them how they plan to find a luxury home that fits your criteria. - The agent has good rapport with you
The last and most important quality that your agent should have is good rapport with you. This indicates that you and your agent will have an easier time of dealing with the task at hand – which is to buy or sell a luxury home at the best possible price and in the least amount of time.
David Chung and Sunny Kim have 20 years of experience selling residential homes, especially luxury homes located in Silicon Valley. If you want to know more on how they can get you the luxury home of your dreams, 650.489.6251 or message us via davidandsunny(at)compass(dotted)com.