NAR Research - Factors in Choosing an Agent for Buyers
Posted by David Bennett Mon, 05 Jun 2006 15:09:00 GMT
In the 2005 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, buyers said the following are the most important factors in choosing an agent to assist in the purchase of a home:
41% said the reputation of the real estate agent was the most important factor.
24% said the agent’s knowledge of the neighborhood was the most important factor.
7% said the agent’s association with a particular firm was the most important factor.
4% said professional designations held by the agent was the most important factor.
24% named a variety of other factors.
