3 Things You Should Look For in a Naperville Short Sale Agent

3 Things You Should Look For in a Naperville Short Sale Agent

If you are considering a short sale for your Naperville property and require the assistance of an agent, the next step is to begin looking for the person you can trust to do the negotiation for you. Since this type of real estate transaction is too complicated to trust to a novice, you would want the best Naperville short sale agent to represent you.

1. Actual Experience in Short Sales

A certification for taking short sale classes sounds credible, right? But you shouldn’t trust just any agent with a certificate. It is very popular in some areas for agents to call themselves short sale agents after taking short sale classes. A mere piece of paper is no guarantee that the agent has learned from the certification instructor. You need a Naperville short sale agent who has the actual experience in closing short sales and not some slick, fast-talking agent claiming to be one. Those with years of actual short sale experience already have systems in place that may streamline the process but are also able to give your transaction individual attention. Choose someone whose sales background will greatly benefit you.

2.  Experience Dealing with Your Short Sale Bank

While some banks are easy to predict, some are not and the short sale process with them can become tedious. The advantage of hiring a Naperville short sale agent who has experience dealing with your bank is that he or she has already gained valuable insight into its short sale process. Though this may not guarantee smooth negotiations for your property, it’ll definitely be leverage on your part.

3. Experience in Selling Homes in Your Neighborhood

The benefit of choosing a Naperville short sale agent with experience in your neighborhood is that your property will be priced correctly. The agent’s knowledge from previous sales experiences puts him or her in the right position to know how to best market your home to the available pool of buyers. It also helps if your agent is well known and respected in your neighborhood.

A short sale is one real-estate deal where you really need to get help from an experienced agent or lawyer. It is best to consult with one who can demonstrate special training or a good track record with short sales. I have written a report entitled, “How To Choose The Right REALTOR® – For Buyers and Sellers” which gives a guide in finding the right agent for you.  

At Ryan Hill Realty we have a team of qualified and experienced short sale agents who can help you. Call me today, Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575 and we can discuss the best option for you.

Teresa Ryan
Broker/Owner, CDPE
Ryan Hill Realty 
1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103
630-276-7575
TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com