How "Current" Is Your Agent?
We enjoy a laid-back lifestyle in the Highland Lakes and are not on the cutting edge of technology in many cases. In the case of your real estate agent, this can be a major deterrent to selling a property or finding the best properties to purchase.
Over 90% of consumers now start looking for property on the internet. The agent you choose should have a website, but more importantly, should be part of a company that partners with the largest sites used for property searches today. With Century 21 you get to most extensive internet presence possible.
As an individual agent, I have an extensive web presence and make the most out of social networking sites like YouTube and FaceBook.
Current trends dictate prompt communication. Does your agent regularly monitor their mobile phone and voice mail? How about email? Can they receive email on a mobile device? I believe prompt responses to email or voice mail are critical tools for an agent. But, many do not worry about such matters until the next time they are by the office, whenever that might be.
I respect "old-school" agents and call many my friends. I am only suggesting you consider several factors and work with an agent that best fits your style of doing business.