Home Buying: Building a Reputation as a Superb Buyer’s Agent

So much of succeeding in the real estate business depends on your reputation. Here are three guiding principles to follow for building a reputation as a buyer’s agent that will bring in business.

  1. Be a clear communicator. If you have questions, don’t be afraid to ask the listing agent or buyer. Communicate with your buyers to educate them on the process and manage their expectations. Err on the side of over-communicating so that everyone is always on the same page. Being a clear communicator establishes you as a professional and builds trust with your clients and business partners.
  2. Respect sellers’ time and property. It’s key to maintain good relationships with local selling agents, so make sure to be polite, professional, and respectful. Work with your listing agent’s schedule, and when you’re doing a showing, treat the home with care.
  3. Get to know your clients. You don’t need to be best friends with every client, but taking the time to get to know their needs and motivations will help you provide the kind of experience they’re seeking.

Every buyer’s agent will have different advice on how to succeed and build a strong reputation, but most of the advice boils down to one of the three tips above. By focusing on communicating and building mutual trust and respect with sellers’ agents and clients, you’ll quickly establish yourself as a trusted partner for anyone looking to buy a home.

The Jim Passi Team at Citywide Home Loans proudly serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Georgia and Flordia. If you are looking to buy a home or refinance, we have you covered. Apply Now to get started.
Jim Passi - Citiwide Home Loans

Jim Passi
Regional Manager
NMLS# 158000

1121 E. Main Street, Suite 121
St. Charles, IL 60174
Mobile: 847-899-1813
Email: jim.passi@alamedamortgage.com

It was quite apparent that Jim works hard and cares very much about the satisfaction of his clients

My husband and I closed last week on our first home with Jim Passi and Citywide Home Loans. I received Jim’s name from a friend and I am happy to say that Jim did not disappoint. As a first-time home buyer, what we knew could fill a thimble but Jim could not have done anything to make the process easier for us. He was quick to respond to all of my questions, and there were many! He explained everything along the way, sometimes several times throughout the process. It was important to Jim that we understand everything. Jim made himself available to us as much as humanly possible and there was never a time when we were waiting more than a reasonable amount of time for an answer to any question we had. He also helped us secure an appraiser and an attorney. It was quite apparent that Jim works hard and cares very much about the satisfaction of his clients. Jim and his team helped us understand everything they needed from us to make the home purchase as smooth as possible. Jim even patiently listened while I had a bit of a meltdown midway through the loan process. He continued to reassure me along the way that everything would be ok and lo and behold, it was. My husband and I are very happy with the outstanding customer service we received from Jim and his team at Citywide Home Loans. We will gladly pass his name along in the future to friends or colleagues who are interested in buying a home. Thank you, Jim and Citywide Home Loans! It was a pleasure working with you!
Becky M.