A real estate agent's expertise and experience can save you time, effort and stress as you market and sell your house. Licensed by your province, he or she works for a real estate brokerage firm and represents your interests during the sales process. In return for an agreed-upon commission from the proceeds of your sale, your real estate agent should:
Tip
Your home should always be ready to show within one hour's notice. Many agents won't show a home that takes 24 hours to get into.
Explain the home-selling process in detail
Draw up the listing agreement, your formal contract with the real estate brokerage firm
Provide a market analysis comparing your home with similar properties recently sold in your area
Advise you on enhancing your home's sales appeal
Create and implement a marketing plan to advertise your home
Screen and pre-qualify potential buyers, and schedule and conduct viewings
Negotiate the offer to purchase on your behalf and present your counter-offers to the buyer
