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Thoughtful Questions Can Guide Your Decision - 3/12/2025

When interviewing real estate agents to sell your home, asking the right questions is key to finding an agent who will best meet your needs. The process of selling a home can be complex, and the right agent will not only have the experience and market knowledge but also the right approach to guide you through every step.

By asking insightful questions, you can gauge an agent's expertise, communication style, and understanding of your goals, ultimately helping you choose someone who will work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Here are 25 common questions homeowners often ask when interviewing a real estate agent to sell their home:

  1. What is your experience in real estate, and how long have you been working in this area?
  2. How many homes have you sold in the past year?
  3. What is your average sale-to-list price ratio?
  4. How familiar are you with my neighborhood?
  5. How do you determine the listing price for a home?
  6. What are the current market trends, and how will they impact my home's sale?
  7. Can you provide references from past clients?
  8. What is your marketing strategy to sell my home?
  9. Do you use professional photography, staging, or virtual tours?
  10. Will you host open houses? If so, how many and when?
  11. How will you keep me updated throughout the selling process?
  12. What online platforms and social media channels will you use to promote my home?
  13. What do you think are the unique selling points of my home?
  14. How do you handle multiple offers?
  15. What is your strategy for negotiating the best price for my home?
  16. What is your commission rate, and what services does that include?
  17. Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?
  18. What steps do I need to take to prepare my home for sale?
  19. How long do you expect it will take to sell my home?
  20. What challenges do you anticipate in selling my home?
  21. Can you provide a comparative market analysis (CMA) for my home?
  22. How do you handle a situation where my home isn't getting offers?
  23. What happens if I'm not satisfied with your service? Can I cancel the contract?
  24. Do you work alone, or do you have a team?
  25. What sets you apart from other agents? Why should I choose you?

Answers to these questions will help homeowners understand an agent's expertise, marketing approach, negotiation skills, and overall fit with their needs.  For more information, download our Sellers Guide.

Debra K. Cooper SRES, ABR, CSA, SFR & GREEN - Masters Diamond, Eme Century 21 Atwood Chanhassen, MN (612) 501-8597 20413656 Real estate is not just about buying or selling property.....It's about setting and building upon a foundation for your future. You've come to the right place. As your Realtor I promise to always have your best interest in mind whether buying, selling or both. I'll be there as your coach, your mentor, your teammate. I'll even try to make the process fun and keep you informed every step of the way. As a lifelong resident of the Twin Cities, living in the west metro I know this market well. Licensed and working as a full time Realtor since 2003. You owe it to yourself to work with a Realtor who is not only knowledgeable about this market, but who is experienced. I've sold hundreds of properties of all types here in the metro area and beyond. Whether that means you are buying your first home, selling or buying one of many homes, or you are looking to buy investment property, you deserve the same attention to detail. Buying or selling real estate is an exciting and complex adventure. It can also be a very time-consuming and costly one if you are not familiar with all aspects of the process and don't have the best information and resources. I've built my business primarily by way of referrals and past clients - something I'm very proud of and the highest praise I can possibly receive. Regardless of where you are at in your life, I know that I can help make this a great experience for you and maybe we can also have some fun while we are at it! Please contact me when you have a moment. I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you! Licensed since 2003 - Hundreds of Properties SOLD! Masters Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Award Recipient Quality Service Pinnacle Award Recipient Named "SUPER REALTOR "Eight Times!! by Minneapolis/St. Paul and TC Business Magazines Contact Me Send a Referral Subscribe to Newsletter