14 Questions to Ask a Realtor

* Do you personally answer all phone calls on the property?

* Can we cancel the listing if we're not happy?

* Do you have a personal assistant?

* If you don't call me back within 24 hours will you take $50 off the escrow?

* May I see your personal Internet web site?

* What systems do you have in place that will keep you in constant contact with me during the listing and the transaction?

* Are you fully automated with your own personal computer, FAX machine, copier, pager, voice mail, etc.?

* What is your average market time vs. other agents' average market time?

* What professional designations do you have?

* I want to give my home the advantage of the latest marketing strategies. How much time and money do you invest each month in professional training?

* Can you give me a list of your clients who have closed escrow and can I call them?

* Why are you personally motivated to sell my house?

* Why should I list with you rather than any other agent who is calling