Selling your home is a big decision, so it's essential you choose the right person for the job - someone you trust and feel confident working with. Here are a few suggestions on how to choose your salesperson:

• Personal recommendations go a long way. Friends and family can be a great source of information, especially if they've recently been through the selling process. Ask them about their experiences, and if they can recommend someone.
• The reputation of the salesperson and the company they work for is paramount. Check out the salesperson's track record and their reviews or testimonials from other clients.
• A great place to do your research these days is the internet. A good salesperson will be highly visible online, meaning you can do your own research on them, before you make contact.
• If you'd rather chat face-to-face, pop into in your nearest branch and ask to speak to a salesperson. Being a local means they'll have knowledge and insight into the market in your area.
• It pays to meet a few different salespeople. Ask them about the current market conditions, what makes them stand apart and how they would market your home. Each one should be able to show knowledge of the area and the best way to sell your home.

Most importantly, you need to choose someone you feel confident in, and comfortable with, and is going to get the best possible result for you and your property.

Thinking about selling?

Barfoot & Thompson is Auckland's leading real estate company - we have 1,400+ salespeople in over 65 branches across Auckland and Northland.

Our salespeople know their communities inside and out, plus we have access to all the latest sales data to help you get to grips with the current marketplace.

Get in touch with one of our salespeople to talk through your options, or book your free property appraisal today to get an idea of what your home is worth in the current market.