Whether you are buying your first home in Toronto or your second; or whether you are selling your home and looking to get the best price, working with a professional and knowledgeable real estate agent can make all the difference. There is no question about it – the Toronto real estate market is hot. Properties move quickly. And this makes it extremely difficult for anyone to participate if they do not have the right real estate agent as part of their team. Working with the right real estate agent will give you a definitive advantage over others in the market. So what should you look for when you are looking to hire the best real estate agent in Toronto? In this article, I will explore some of the top attributes that you’ll want your agent to have.
Energetic and Knowledgeable
When you think of someone who is a great salesperson, you likely think of someone who is full of energy. In some cases, you may even find this trait a little annoying. But that is exactly what you need to have in a Toronto real estate agent. The real estate market in Toronto moves quickly. He who hesitates will usually lose out. So you need to work with an agent that is very active and who doesn’t mind working at all hours of the day (and night!) when an opportunity presents itself. They must be willing to work on the your schedule.And yet, while they need an abundance of energy, a good real estate agent also needs to know how to be cool and calm under tremendous pressure. They need to be knowledgeable when it comes to developing strategies to help their clients gain an edge over the competition. They also need to keep their cool when problems arise and know what steps are needed to solve those problems. Real estate agents in Toronto also need to have a wide range of knowledge about current trends in the market; they need to have an understanding of home values in various Toronto neighbourhoods. Additionally, they need to have a firm grasp of the Ontario Building code, design, staging, and construction knowledge, the most effective marketing strategies and so forth.
Well Connected
It should come as no surprise, that some of the best real estate agents in Toronto are extremely friendly and gregarious people. That is because having good connections and building strong relationships are essential to a real estate agent’s career. Not only does a real estate agent need to build a good rapport with their clients, they also need to build a strong network of other professionals as well. The best real estate agents will be able to refer you to a range of other professionals including mortgage brokers, real estate lawyers, home stagers, home inspectors, etc.
Working with first time homebuyers
Working with first time homebuyers is often quite different than working with a client who has been a homeowner for some time. While buying a first home is usually a very exciting time in one’s life, it can also be confusing and even a little bit scary. A real estate agent who is working with a first-time homebuyer needs to be patient and walk their client through every step of the process – starting with helping them get pre-approved for a mortgage with a professional mortgage broker or specialist, to guiding them through the offer process, to assisting them with any final paperwork. Buying a home in Toronto can also be an emotional rollercoaster. A real estate agent working with a first-time homebuyer will also have to be patient and empathetic enough to help their client through the ups and downs of this rollercoaster helping them manage their expectations and reassuring them that everything will be ok if they happen to get outbid on a home that they really wanted.
A natural communicator
The best real estate agents in Toronto are natural communicators. They have strong negotiation skills that they put to work to achieve the best possible results for their clients. They are also extremely responsive and communicative with their clients. They are quick to notify their clients if a home that meets their requirement comes on the market. And they are quick to respond to their clients when their clients want to get in touch with them.
Works with the latest technology and marketing tools
If there is one thing that the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us is that for business to thrive, it needs to keep up with the latest technology and marketing tools. The best real estate agents in Toronto aren’t content simply to use traditional digital tools like MLS listings. They need to know how to optimize these listings with professional photography, and keyword optimization. They need to know how to use complimentary search tools designed for real estate agents such as Collab – a search too that only real estate agents have access to. Additionally, the best real estate agents need to understand and use the tools that will make their clients feel comfortable doing business online or remotely. These tools include programs that make virtual open houses possible as well as electronic signing programs such as DocuSign. Since a real estate agent’s ultimate goal is to help their client purchase or sell a home, having the latest and best technological tools at their disposal is essential for helping their client win in the increasingly competitive Toronto real estate market.
Find the best real estate agent in Toronto today
If you are looking for a real estate agent in Toronto, review the qualities outlined in this article to help you find the right person for you. Or, if you need a little help in connecting to a good real estate agent, I can help as well. As a professional real estate agent, I have strong connections to a number of excellent mortgage brokers throughout the city that can help with the most complex financing situations. Give me a call today (416) 877-1307. I would be happy to assist you.