5 Questions to Ask an Agent Before Hiring Them

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When it comes time for you to hire a real estate agent, you have almost too many options. Today we are going to discuss the top 5 questions you should be asking any real estate agent before you hire them, so you can filter through the plethora of agents out there in order to find the right one for you. 

1. Are you a full-time agent? 
There are a lot of part-time agents out there; unfortunately, they don't have the necessary time or experience to provide good service. Here at PRG Real Estate, we are all full-time agents, and we are always working our hardest to give you the best service possible.

2. What kind of operation do you run?
A lot of agents attempt to do everything themselves. This is not an efficient process, which is why many solo agents aren't able to give their clients the service they deserve. We have a team of specialized individuals that is designed to make your transaction one smooth process. Our support staff is in place to free up time for our agents so they can spend that time helping you buy or sell a home.

3. Do you have client testimonials?
We survey all of our clients each year and ask their honest opinions about working with us. We appreciate all the feedback that we get, positive or negative, and use it to improve our business. Any agent you hire should be doing the same.

4. Do you have a marketing plan?
Marketing listings is crucial in our market, and we know that. That's why we have our own personalized marketing plan which details our proven strategies and cutting edge marketing techniques that will net top dollar for your home.

5. What percentage of your business comes from referrals?
A good agent should have happy customers that want to come back and do business again, or refer their friends and family members. About 30-40% of our business comes from referrals and previous clients, and we take great pride in that.

Thanks for joining me today. If you have any questions about this topic, or are looking to buy or sell in Silicon Valley, give us a call or send us an email. We would love to hear from you!

What's Happening with Santa Clara County Real Estate?

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What does the real estate market look like in Santa Clara County? Currently, there are just over 1,000 active homes on the market. The average sales price is $860,000, and homes spend an average of 69 days on the market. In more desirable areas, homes are on the market for one or two weeks!

Inventory is extremely low right now, with about one month of inventory on the market. Since there is a shortage of inventory, home values are going up. Many sellers are receiving multiple offers, especially in desirable areas with good schools and great amenities nearby.

Interest rates remain at all-time lows, hovering in the high threes and low fours for a 30-year fixed mortgage. Buyers have a lot more purchasing power right now, so take advantage of these low rates.

What does this mean for you? If you're looking to sell, you can get top dollar for your home so long as you are priced correctly and have an aggressive marketing plan.

For buyers, the market is quite competitive. It might take a little while to get you into a home, but we can come up with a plan to get you to the closing table. Plus, those interest rates are fantastic!

If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you!