Interviewing a Listing Agent

When the agent communicates with you, don't blame her/him for asking a few questions, too. After all, an agent only has time and expertise to sell. They need to know quickly if they are wasting their time. Their questions will be of a qualifying nature to determine your readiness to sell. "Are you thinking of selling? When? Have you interviewed other agents? Have you looked at other homes? Have you contracted to buy another home? What are your goals?"

Be honest about what you are looking for and where you are in the selling process. If you have looked at homes, say so. Tell the agent where. See what s/he does. Does s/he respond with listing URLs you may not have seen? With news of interest from the area you want to live in? When you have communicated several times, pick the agents with whom you feel you have the most rapport. Ask for a phone interview, and then you can meet them in person to provide a listing presentation for your home.