http://www.MyCityToronto.com is Toronto's premier online business directory. You can also play games on MyCityGamer, Socialize on the Social808, watch videos on MyCityMyTube, find local news, weather, traffic and much more. If you need to find it in Toronto, you can find it on MyCityToronto!
Interviewing your Toronto real estate agent prior to hiring him is a sign that you are a smart home buyer. You need to be selective of who you work with and bear in mind that the agent is also interviewing you in the process. Both of you should ask questions pertinent to the potential transaction. Here are some questions to get you started in your search for the ideal agent.
Have you been in this business a long time?
Of course the longer they have been in the business the more experience they have but that does not mean that you should completely ignore the rookies. Newly licensed agents who have competent mentors and good training can do a great job as well. In fact, they tend to have more time on their hands and can concentrate on you.
On average what is your list to sales price ratio?
This is perhaps one of the best indicators of the agent’s ability. A good buying agent should have the ability to negotiate a selling price lower than that on the list. If you are looking for a listing agent, his record should indicate that he is able to sell houses at a price very close to that listed.
Based on my specific needs, what is your best marketing strategy?
If you are looking to buy a house you need to find out how he is going to look for your new home, how many homes he will see prior to finding one that you can look at, and if you will have other buyers competing for the same property. Additionally, find out how he plans on handling more than one offer and if he will present the offer to the selling agent personally.
If you will be selling, then you want to know how the agent is planning on selling your house, if he has a direct mail campaign and how often the agent advertises. In addition, find out where the advertising is done and ask to see a flyer if that is part of the marketing strategy. Online marketing is perhaps one of the most powerful marketing strategies therefore be sure to ask how the agent markets on the Internet.
May I please have references?
Ask for references and check them out. Let the Toronto real estate agent know that you will be contacting them with further questions. Be sure to ask about the relationship between the agent and the references given to you.
What three things make you different from the competition?
Everyone knows what their strengths are and any agent worth his salt will not be hesitant about answering this question. Most people are looking for assertive, communicative, analytical, friendly, honest, easily reachable agents who are also excellent negotiators.
What are your charges?
Keep in mind that all fees related to a real estate deal are negotiable. Usually the percentage commission is between 1 and 4 percent separately for the seller and the buyer. As an example you may have a listing agent charge 3% for the buyer’s agent and for himself, making a total of 6%.
- Related Videos
- Related Articles
- Ask / Related Q&A
- Professional Seo Training Toronto Canada
- Strategize for your Business With Seo Training Toronto Canada!
- What Can Seo Training Toronto Canada Can Do for Me?
- Convenient Stay at Bargain-Counter Hotels in Toronto Canada
- Idetify All Cut-rate Hotels in Toronto Canada
- Mortgaging in Toronto, Canada
- Achieve The Youth, Full Function, And Beauty Of A Brilliant Smile - Cosmetic Dentistry In Toronto, Canada
- 2009 RFID Forum Returns Bigger and Better on June 9 & 10, 2009 in Toronto, Canada
Why Investing In Playa del Carmen Real Estate is a Wise Decision
By: Tom Budniak | 17/12/2009Investing and making your money grow can be a tricky affair. After all, it's a question of your life savings and decisions regarding these cannot be taken on a spur of moment...
Handy Hints for Your Kitchen Safety
By: Maria | 17/12/2009The kitchen is that one area in your house that smells of homey, delicious aroma from the foods that are prepared and cook. It is the place where household members gather and feast on the hearty spread that is prepared before them. However, while everything appears dandy in the kitchen, it is also a place where things could go wrong in an instant. Homeowners should be cautious enough about handling kitchen tools and should be prepared for sudden kitchen hazards that might occur.
Homeowner’s Insurance – Do You Have Enough?
By: Maria | 17/12/2009Whenever a year comes to a close, it is a good time as any to assess your homeowner’s insurance and ensure that you have enough coverage for the following year. Perhaps, you have taken a homeowner’s policy as a practical step in applying for a mortgage loan, flung the policy papers into your office desk, and never thought about how much coverage you have.
Reasons to Have a Home Inspection
By: Jason Kay | 17/12/2009Anytime that you are considering buying a home you should get a home inspection done. Home inspectors are people that are trained to look for all the little things that can go wrong along with the major things that can go wrong that the average person just isn't going to...
Design Your Home for Retirement
By: White Alex | 17/12/2009The middle-aged population of today has grander dreams and plans for retirement than their previous generations. They are used to larger homes and a vast majority does not intend to scale down even after retirement.
Choosing the best Makati real estate
By: AndyFOX | 17/12/2009Makati is a great place to stay in given that it is the Philippine’s business center. But, finding the perfect place for you can sometimes be very difficult. In my case it was difficult.
Is There a Slump in Gurgaon Property Market Now?
By: joseph | 17/12/2009There is a little slump in the Gurgaon Properties anyhow. Though the recession and its fall outs are fast receding form the market, there is not any considerable appreciation in the Gurgaon property prices. In fact, when we compare the present price with the price before the recession vis-à-vis the escalating inflation, a little slump still prevails in the market.
Important information about foreclosures for first time buyers
By: Anirban Bhattacharya | 17/12/2009Given the profitable prospects you may experience if you buy foreclosure homes, there is a natural rush across first time home buyers as well as veteran realtors to grab the latest copy of foreclosure home listings.
MyCityToronto: Your Local Market Advantage
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateCompanies in the Greater Toronto Area can now be showcased in the MyCityToronto website for only $1 per day. MyCityToronto is a web directory that is targeted for businesses, tourists and residents in the local Toronto area. Each of the 384 business directory categories has only 16 businesses listed to ensure that the competition is minimized. This means that advertisers enjoy an increased market share and a greater return on their investment.
MyCityToronto: Showcasing Local Toronto Businesses
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateMyCityToronto.Com is a business directory with a difference. Whereas the others are willing to sign on anyone with the money, this directory will not take more than 16 businesses per category. What happens to the rest? They go to a waiting list to be showcased the next year if space permits. The advantage for members is that the competition is minimized and their chances for success enhanced.
Dominate the Competition with MyCityToronto.Com
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateMyCityToronto.Com offers 100% local market saturation for all the businesses listed with them by making use of their revolutionary approach that limits advertisers to 16 per category. Regardless of the kind of business, service or product you are offering there is a category that you can plug into for only a dollar a day.
Why Use A Toronto Real Estate Agent? My City Toronto
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateA house is, for most people, the largest asset they possess. As such, finding a great Toronto real estate agent to help you sell or buy one is probably the single most important thing you can do. You want to work with an agent best suited for your needs as well as one who knows how to go about closing the deal. Here are some great reasons why you should use an agent to sell your house.
What are the Different Types of Real Estate Agents? MyCityToronto
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateToronto real estate agents are not just generically categorized but there are specific types. Others add certain titles to their names in order to stand out. This gets most people looking to buy or sell property confused. Who is a listing agent? How about a buying agent? Who is a transaction agent and who is a dual agent?
Understanding the Agent-Buyer Relationship: My City Toronto Real Estate Agents
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateWorking with a Toronto real estate agent can be confusing if you do not know how the relationship with your realtor works. A real estate transaction is among the most important transactions you will have to make in your lifetime. The more you know about the relationship you will have with your agent, the more satisfaction you will get from the transaction process.
Toronto Real Estate- Factors to Consider When Searching for a Home
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateWhen looking at Toronto homes for sale there are several factors you must keep in mind. Buying a home is not just about putting some money together for a down payment and purchasing a home that looks good to you, it’s about finding the best place for your family to live. Here are several factors that you must consider.
Toronto Real Estate: Determining the Price
By: Robert Kennedy | 08/06/2009 | Real EstateWhen you wish to put up Toronto homes for sale, you will have to consider different things with regard to setting the price. Everyone wants to sell his or her home at the highest price possible but determining what is a realistic price is an art that real estate agents have mastered. Setting a price that is too low poses a danger because you do not want to undervalue your home or property and allow buyers to wonder what is wrong with it, why it is priced so low.