Wednesday 25 July 2012

A GUIDE TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT REAL ESTATE AGENT...

In a desperate plea to increase sales, real estate and property developers in Ahmedabad are resorting to 'innovative' ways to lure innocent buyers.

These innovative ways include 'interest free EMIs till possession' , 'free parking, free club membership' and what have you!

Many a leading real estate development groups have confirmed this trend justifying it as a plea to attract customers. The current market is at such a high time low that apart from direct cash discounts, developers are resorting to whatever means they can!

In such circumstances, finding the correct real estate agent/broker is essential to enjoy a painless real estate transaction. 

The saying is "20% of the agents do 80% of the business," and it is true. 

The question is how can you find a good real estate agent? 

Here's how:

1. Referrals: Ask the people around you who they have used and ask them to describe their experiences with that real estate agent. 
2. Search: A better bet is to Google the top real estate companies in your area, go to those Web sites and look up profiles of individual agents at offices near you. Look for customer testimonials.

3. Attend Property Shows: By attending property shows, you can meet real estate agents  and interact with them. Collect business cards and make notes on them. Try to judge what they come across as...and what vibes they give off.

4. Using Print Advertising: Browse your local newspapers for ads in your targeted neighborhood. Then cross check the websites of the agents who are advertising. 


5. Recommendations: Ask other real estate agents or developers for referrals. 

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