Empowering Your Sale: 10 Essential Questions for Hiring a Dual-Professional Real Estate Agent

Empowering Your Sale: 10 Essential Questions for Hiring a Dual-Professional Real
Estate Agent

Choosing the right real estate agent is a pivotal decision when selling your home.

When considering a real estate agent who is also a licensed real estate lawyer, you're bringing a unique
set of skills to the table. To ensure a smooth and legally sound home-selling process, here are ten essential questions to ask every real estate agent vying to list your property, especially if they hold a dual role as a licensed real estate lawyer:

1. What Is Your Experience in Real Estate Sales, and Are You a Licensed Real Estate
Lawyer?

• Experience and Dual Qualifications:
  • Assess the agent's overall experience in real estate sales.
  • Specifically, inquire about their legal qualifications, ensuring they are a licensed
    real estate lawyer.

2. Can You Provide References from Previous Clients Who Were in a Similar Situation?

• Relevant Client Testimonials:
  • Ask for references from clients who were selling their homes amidst legal
    considerations.
  • This can offer insights into the agent's ability to navigate complex transactions.

3. How Will Your Legal Expertise Benefit the Sale of My Home? 

• Integration of Legal Knowledge:
  • Explore how the agent's legal expertise will be integrated into the home-selling
    process.
  • Understand how this dual role provides unique advantages in addressing legal
    nuances.

4. What Legal Aspects of the Sale Are You Specifically Familiar With?

• Legal Specializations:
  • Inquire about the specific legal aspects related to real estate that the agent is well-
    versed in.
  • Ensure their knowledge aligns with potential legal challenges that may arise
    during the sale.

5. How Will You Ensure That All Legal Documents Are Prepared and Executed Correctly?

• Document Precision:
  • Discuss the agent's approach to ensuring accuracy and legality in all paperwork.
  • Understand their process for handling contracts, disclosures, and other legal
    documents.

6. Can You Explain Your Marketing Strategy, Especially Considering Legal Implications?

• Holistic Marketing Approach:
  • Explore the agent's marketing strategy, emphasizing how legal considerations will
    be factored in.
  • Look for a comprehensive plan that adheres to both real estate and legal
    standards.

7. How Will You Address Legal Hurdles or Contingencies That May Arise During the Sale?

• Proactive Problem-Solving:
  • Discuss the agent's approach to identifying and addressing legal hurdles or contingencies.
  • Seek assurances of a proactive stance to prevent legal issues from derailing the sale.

8. Can You Provide Examples of How Your Legal Background Has Benefited Previous Clients?

• Past Success Stories:
  • Request specific examples where the agent's legal expertise made a positive impact on a home sale.
  • This will illustrate their ability to leverage legal knowledge for client benefit.

9. What Is Your Communication Plan, Especially in Legal Matters?

• Transparent Communication:
  • Discuss the agent's communication plan, with a focus on legal matters.
  • Ensure you'll be kept informed about legal implications and updates throughout
    the process.

10. How Do You Collaborate With Legal Professionals, if Necessary?

• Collaboration with Legal Experts:
  • Understand the agent's approach to collaborating with other legal professionals.
  • Ensure they have a network of legal experts to consult if complex issues arise.

In conclusion, hiring a real estate agent who is also a licensed real estate lawyer brings a powerful blend of skills to the home-selling process. By asking these ten questions, you'll gain insights into the agent's experience, legal knowledge, marketing strategy, and approach to addressing potential legal challenges. This dual-professional can provide a holistic and legally sound experience, ensuring that your home sale is not only successful but also navigates the complexities of real estate law with finesse. Choose an agent who not only sells homes but also understands the legal intricacies to protect your interests throughout the entire process.

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Joe Hochman
Real Estate Broker - Lawyer
Avanti Realty, LLC
(425) 392-4966, ext. 9

Joe@GoAvantiRealty.com
www.GoAvantiRealty.com

Licensed to Practice Law in Washington and Arizona
Licensed Real Estate Broker

Best-Selling Author of “The New Rise In Real Estate”
Author of “Avanti Realty’s Secrets for Selling Homes Fast and for Top Dollar”
Author of “Avanti Realty’s Secrets for Selling Homes that Others Failed to Sell”
Author of “Avanti Realty’s Guide to Finding the Home of Your Dreams Without Overpaying”
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