Searching for a real estate agent can be difficult, and you may even wonder if you really even need one. Whether they're helping the buyer or the seller though, a real estate agent has to keep track of a multitude of details in their head about a number of different properties. It's absolutely worth hiring one to help you keep it all straight. Here are 5 things to look for before settling on one.

Trustworthy

Any partner you have needs to be trustworthy, but it can be difficult to establish trust before hiring someone. Looking at online reviews from past clients can go a long way to determining someone's level of truthfulness.

Straightforward

A real estate agent is working with everyday people, so if they can't get through a sentence without using a lot of jargon from their profession, it can make for a strained relationship from right off the bat. Talk to someone who can give you facts without making them confusing.

Hard Working

Some real estate agents simply don't work as hard as others. Without knowing the market inside and out, they risk giving you bad advice about how to handle your money. Whether you're investing to make money or you just want to find a place for your 4-person family, you need to find a real estate agent who understands the work it takes to avoid ending up with the raw end of the deal.

Compatible

You'll be spending an awful lot of time with your real estate agent. You need to make sure that your personalities mesh before you start doing anything else. If you don't feel like you spend hours speaking with the person or you don't feel comfortable sharing what you need, this is a red flag of trouble to come.

A Good Listener

Agents need to be willing to listen for the good of everyone. If you're more concerned with the amenities of a house than the price, then an agent shouldn't be pushing the budget properties.

A real estate agent should be there to make your life easier, not harder. As for where to find the right agent for you, check out RealEstate Boston - The Vieira Group, where you'll find a great selection of individuals ready to help you find what you're looking for.

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