Real Estate Brokering can be a very tricky business. It is also a beautiful business to those who do it right, very much similar to anyone doing Gem Business but just like all other businesses, there is a dark side to it.
Surprisingly, we find so many people claiming to be ‘Brokers/Agents’, more than 200 of them operating in Colombo. From Tuk Tuk drivers to house wives to security guards and caretakers of properties, they all do real estate brokering. One cannot ask them not to do real estate brokering as they too are on the hunt to make a fast buck, however if you bump into the right real estate agent or agency, they will be able to:
a. Help you with the much needed market information and market practices
b. Advise whether a property is worth its value or not
c. Be your property advocate and keep you posted on other properties that might be of interest
d. Give you that real estate experience which would certainly be memorable
e. Provide you the proper customer service be it in the form of compiling a report or even negotiating on your behalf.
How to look for a good agent/agency or real estate brokering firm?
Always ask as many questions possible:
For how long have you been on the market?
Are you a real estate agent?
Do you have a website?
Do you have a business card?
And you can always check on the professionalism of the agent/agency from how they talk, how they dress and how they conduct themselves.
If this business of brokering is done properly with the right intentions and with the right people, not only does this business relationship become stronger but it also gives birth to a lifetime friendship which based on the foundation of trust. Truly a beautiful trade to be in.
If you want to contact MR. T – The Real Estate Giant and acquire any of their services. Please write to info.mistert@gmail.com