If you are a First Time Buyer, it would be highly advisable to work only with a Full Time Realtor. While a part time Realtor may be a good friend or seem really nice, they generally lack the experience and education that a full time Realtor has. This is probably the largest single purchase you will make. Do you want to trust that to someone who just dabbles in the industry. If you were looking for a surgeon to operate on you, you would probably not be looking for someone that just practiced medicine "part time".

How do you find the right Realtor:

The first place to start gathering names is from Friends and Relatives. Also, check with the Lender you are working with. They may be able to refer you to a Realtor that has a lot of experience in your market since they deal with Realtor’s everyday.

Once you have your short list, it’s time to interview them. Remember, you are hiring them to do a job for you. You are looking for the best person to represent your interest and get you the best deal on the home you are interested. Some simple questions are listed on the following page to give you an idea of how to interview multiple agents to find the right one.

Questions to ask a Realtor