Choosing a real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buying or selling a home — and in today’s market, the wrong choice can quietly cost you time, money, and peace of mind.

In this episode, I break down the biggest red flags to watch for before hiring a real estate agent, based on over a decade of experience in the trenches. This isn’t about bashing agents — it’s about helping you make a confident, informed decision before you sign anything.

Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and spot the difference between a salesperson and a true advisor.

🚩 Red Flags Covered in This Episode

1. No clear plan or strategy

2. Unrealistic promises or inflated pricing

3. Avoidance of tough but necessary conversations

4. Poor communication or slow response times

5. Weak local market knowledge

6. Talking more than listening

7. Discomfort or defensiveness around compensation

8. No reviews or vague testimonials

9. Pressure tactics to get you to sign

10. Failure to educate you on the process

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why choosing the right agent matters more in today’s market than ever before

• The difference between real strategy and “I’ll just put it on the MLS”

• Why overpromising on price or results is a major warning sign

• How avoiding hard conversations hurts buyers and sellers

• The importance of communication (and how to spot problems early)

• Why local market knowledge beats “I work everywhere”

• How listening skills directly impact your results

• What transparency around commissions should sound like

• How to read between the lines of online reviews

• Why pressure to sign quickly is never a good sign

• How education (or lack of it) affects stress, timelines, and money

🧠 Key Takeaway

The best real estate agents don’t fear questions — they welcome them.

Trust isn’t built when you sign the contract.
It’s built before you ever get there.

🏡 Who This Episode Is For

• Home sellers who want to avoid costly mistakes

• Buyers navigating a competitive or confusing market

• Anyone interviewing real estate agents right now

• People who want clarity, not pressure

📌 Next Steps

If you found this episode helpful:

• Share it with a friend who’s thinking about buying or selling

• Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes

• Reach out if you want help navigating your own real estate situation

Ready to take the next step? Reach out to Reliance Real Estate Team today!

https://www.reliancerealestateteam.com/contact/

414-659-6965 / [email protected]