Selling Your Home? Don’t Just Hire the First Agent You Meet. Interview Them.

The right real estate agent won’t just list your home — they’ll maximize your profit, protect your time, and guide you through one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make.

And that starts with asking the right questions.

Whether you're planning to sell in six weeks or six months, taking time to interview prospective agents can make all the difference.

✅ 12 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent

  1. In the past 1–2 years, how many buyers or sellers have you helped?
    → Look for market-specific experience, not just general sales volume.
  2. What’s your average list-to-sale price ratio?
    → This reveals pricing accuracy and negotiation skill.
  3. Can you provide referrals from past clients or other agents?
    → Strong reviews and agent-to-agent credibility go a long way.
  4. What’s your availability, and how do you prefer to communicate?
    → Make sure you're aligned on expectations for updates and response times.
  5. How do you handle multiple offers and negotiations?
    → The right strategy here could directly impact your bottom line.
  6. What’s your commission rate, and what does it include?
    → Ask what services are bundled in — photography, staging, video, social media, etc.
  7. Will you be my main point of contact, or will I work with a team?
    → Be clear on who’s managing your listing from start to finish.
  8. How large is your office or network, and how connected are you locally?
    → A strong network can help generate buyer interest early.
  9. What’s your marketing strategy for this home?
    → Ask about platforms, audience targeting, open house plans, and media quality.
  10. What are you seeing in the local market right now?
    → Test their knowledge of current trends and positioning strategies.
  11. What is your policy on dual agency?
    → Know whether they represent both buyer and seller — and how that’s handled.
  12. Do you have a list of trusted contractors or tradespeople to help prep my home?
    → Great agents have a team of vetted service providers for repairs, staging, and cleanup.

These questions don’t just screen for experience — they uncover strategy, alignment, and trust.

At Wardell & Holmes, we encourage every homeowner to interview us. Ask anything. We're here to educate, protect, and deliver results.

Because your home deserves a team that’s fully aligned with your goals — whether that’s speed, top dollar