Choosing an agent – an agent’s worth

**SPONSORED CONTENT BY BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES PEN FED REALTY**

In an era where Google is a verb and Twitter a world-recognized noun, the Internet is everyone’s go-to for practically any need. However, some things will always require the human touch, like the home buying and selling process. How do you choose the best agent for you?

When buying a home, look for a real estate agent who will:

• Be available to show homes on your schedule.
• Answer questions and keep you informed about relevant market updates.
• Research and preview homes to eliminate those that don’t fit your requirements and highlight those that do.
• Make the house-hunting experience easier by scheduling showings and providing you with transportation to appointments, if necessary.
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of each property you visit, and provide up-to-date information about the neighborhood including the school district, infrastructure and amenities.

When selling your home, look for a real estate agent who will:

• Take you step-by-step through the homeselling process.
• Answer questions and keep you informed about relevant market updates.
• Conduct a comparable sales assessment to help give you a clearer understanding of local pricing trends as you set the price for your home.
• Create a complete marketing plan for your home.
• Share details about your home through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and other portals
• Advertise your home online and through traditional media outlets.
• Handle buyers’ calls and requests for showings.
• Negotiate a fair price for all parties with expediency and as little hassle as possible.
• Help finalize the deal.

Buying or selling a home may be the largest transaction of your life. Compile a list of what you are looking for from your real estate agent and start interviewing.

Your Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty agent will complete every aspect of the process with accuracy, transparency and ease. That’s isn’t just reassuring; it’s truly Good to know.™

-Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pen Fed Realty Clarksville

101 Ringgold Road
Clarksville, TN
(931) 920-6808