Finding The Best Realtor in Lynchburg, VA

When you are searching for a realtor, it is important to research all of your potential candidates. Listed below are some points you should consider when you are looking for the best realtor in the Lynchburg, Rustburg, and Campbell County areas:

·        Referrals

Ask friends, family, or neighbors for recommendations. Ideally, you'd want someone who has experience in your area and with clients similar to you. For example, a first-time homebuyer might have different needs than a repeat buyer.

·        Online presence

Review an agent's social media and online profiles, and look for consumer ratings. You can also look for common language in reviews, such as communication, service, and responsiveness.

·        Local knowledge

Consider whether the agent is familiar with your area and can point out its selling points, such as schools, restaurants, or other amenities. It's also a good sign if they live nearby or have sold many homes in your neighborhood.

·        Recent sales

Look at the agent's listings, especially those that sold in the last few years. While recent sales are important, it is also necessary to look at the agents experience. How long have they been selling real estate? How knowledgeable are they of the area?

·        Interviewing

Choose an agent to interview and ask about how they would work with you.

Ask friends and colleagues for referrals to find several prospective agents. Look up the agents' websites and online profiles, read about their specialties and experience, and check out customer reviews. Choose at least three agents to interview and dig into specifics about how they would work with you.

Charlie Watts has extensive education and knowledge of auctions and appraisals. He graduated from the Auction Marketing Institute (AMI), the Mendenhall School of Auctioneering in High Point, NC and is a graduate of Personal Property Appraisers (GPPA) for construction, plant machinery, farm equipment and for antiques and estates. Charlie is also a member of the Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI), National Auctioneers Association (NAA), and the Virginia Auctioneers Association (VAA). Charlie is also a licensed Realtor, and is also a member of National Association of Realtors (NAR), Lynchburg Association of Realtors (LAR).Charlie covers many areas and will give you "Top Notch" service. See more at www.WattsARA.com.