Here is Part 1 of a 2 part list of all the activities a real estate agent does for you as a Listing Agent or a Buyer Agent.
Thinking of selling your home? Here is what I do as YOUR Listing Agent.
145 Common Listing Agent Responsibilities:
- 1. Prepare Listing Presentation for Sellers
- 2. Research Sellers Property Tax Info
- 3. Research Properties Zoning Restrictions
- 4. Research Neighborhood HOA
- 5. Research Comparable Sold Properties for Sellers
- 6. Determine Average Days on Market
- 7. Schedule First Meeting
- 8. Tour the Property
- 9. Gather Info From Sellers About Their Home
- 10. Discuss Sellers Goals
- 11. Present Listing Presentation
- 12. Provide Home Seller Prep Checklist
- 13. Advise on Repairs and/or Upgrades
- 14. Advise About Landscaping Options
- 15. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
- 16. Explain Your Personal Value to Sellers
- 17. Explain Your Companys Value to Sellers
- 18. Explain the Value of The Neighborhood
- 19. Create Listing Agreement for Transaction
- 20. Create Internal File for Transaction
- 21. Investigate Any Unrecorded Property Easements
- 22. Discuss Property Inclusions & Exclusions
- 23. Obtain Current Mortgage Loan Info
- 24. Explain the Value of Schools on Market
- 25. Explain Marketing Options
- 26. Research Property Ownership & Deed
- 27. Explain Video Marketing Strategies
- 28. Explain 3D Tour Marketing
- 29. Confirm Lot Size on Survey
- 30. Describe the Buyer Pre-Screening Process
- 31. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
- 32. Order Plat Map from Title Company
- 33. Discuss Different Types of Buyer Financing
- 34. Discuss Appraisal Process
- 35. Verify Home Owners Association Fees
- 36. Confirm Water Source and Status
- 37. Verify Natural Gas Availability
- 38. Calculate Average Utility Usage
- 39. Gather Transferable Warranties
- 40. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
- 41. Verify Security System Ownership
- 42. Agree on Repairs to be Made Before Listing
- 43. Guide Sellers in De-Cluttering
- 44. Verify Interior Room Sizes
- 45. Establish Showing Instructions for Buyers
- 46. Agree on Showing Times with Sellers
- 47. Attend Continuing Education Classes
- 48. Obtain Copy of HOA Bylaws
- 49. Explain In-Door Cameras & Showings
- 50. Explain Home Warranty Options
- 51. Obtain Extra Keys for Lockbox
- 52. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
- 53. Work with Tenants for Showings
- 54. Provide Sellers Disclosure Form to Sellers
- 55. Refer Landscaper to Clean Up Property
- 56. Set-Up Staging Consultation
- 57. Determine Best Staging Strategy
- 58. Set-Up Showing Services
- 59. Set-Up House Cleaners
- 60. Set-Up Photo/Video Shoot
- 61. Meet Photographer at Property
- 62. Turn On All Lights for Photographer
- 63. Open All Window Treatments for Photographer
- 64. Advise Photographer Of Any Neighborhood Shots
- 65. Schedule Drone Shoot
- 66. Schedule 3D Tour Shoot
- 67. Gather All Finished Marketing Material
- 68. Write Detailed Property Description
- 69. Enter Property Info in MLS
- 70. Create Virtual Tour Page
- 71. Organize Photos in Best Order
- 72. Have Listing Proofread
- 73. Create Property Flyer
- 74. Create Custom Sign Rider
- 75. Intall Electronic Lockbox
- 76. Install For Sale Sign
- 77. Create YouTube Video Link
- 78. Create Facebook Ad with Video
- 79. Create Instagram Post with Video
- 80. Create Unique URL for Property Page
- 81. Verify Listing Data on Other Websites
- 82. Help Owners Coordinate Showings
- 83. Return ALL Calls ASAP – Weekends Included
- 84. Create Listing Postcards for Neighborhood
- 85. Send Out “Just Listed” Email to Database
- 86. Gather Feedback After Each Showing
- 87. Keep track of Showing Activity
- 88. Advertise All Price Changes
- 89. Update MLS Listing as Needed
- 90. Review Market Data Weekly
- 91. Schedule Weekly Update Calls with Seller
- 92. Review All Offers with Sellers
- 93. Prepare “Net Sheet” For All Offers
- 94. Counsel Seller on Offers
- 95. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Buyer’s Agent
- 96. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Qualifications
- 97. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Lender
- 98. Negotiate All Offers on Seller’s Behalf
- 99. Determine Loan Objection Deadline
- 100. Determine Closing Date
- 101. Determine Inspection Objection Deadline
- 102. Determine Appraisal Deadline
- 103. Determine Earnest Money Terms
- 104. Send Contract to Title Company
- 105. Verify Buyer’s Agent Has Received Copies
- 106. Verify Earnest Money Deposited in Escrow Account
- 107. Change Property Status in MLS
- 108. Deliver Copies of Contact/Addendum to Seller
- 109. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
- 110. Coordinate Inspections with Sellers
- 111. Review Home Inspection
- 112. Interpret Inspection Objections to Sellers
- 113. Discuss Seller’s Inspection Resolution
- 114. Get All Repair Items in Writing
- 115. Refer Trustworthy Contractors
- 116. Keep Track of Repair Schedules
- 117. Schedule Appraisal
- 118. Meet Appraiser at the Property
- 119. Provide Sales Data to Appraiser
- 120. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
- 121. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
- 122. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
- 123. Verify That Title Company Has Everything Needed
- 124. Remind Sellers to Turn Off Utilities
- 125. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
- 126. Make Sure Any P.O.A.’s Are Submitted
- 127. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
- 128. Receive and Carefully Review Closing Figures
- 129. Review Closing Figures With Sellers
- 130. Verify All Agreed Upon Repairs Have Been Made
- 131. Verify Clear-To-Close
- 132. Get House Ready for Final Walk-Through of Buyers
- 133. Resolve Any Last Minute Problems
- 134. Make Sure Title Commitment Was Received
- 135. Review Closing Documents
- 136. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
- 137. Provide Buyer With Transferable Warranties
- 138. Provide All Keys to Buyer
- 139. Provide Any Garage Door Openers
- 140. Make Sure Seller Proceeds Are Correct
- 141. Change Status in MLS to “Sold”
- 142. Upload All Signed Documents to System
- 143. Close Out Seller’s File
- 144. Check In With Sellers After Closing
- 145. Request Feedback from Sellers
