Interview Checklist

When purchasing a home - whether it's your primary residence or a second home - it's a good idea to meet with several sales professionals before choosing one to represent you. Use these interview questions as a starting point for these discussions.

• What can I afford to pay for a home?
• Will the sales professional act as a Buyer's Agent?
• Does the sales professional have special training?
• Has the sales professional earned any professional designations, such as Accredited Buyer Representative® (ABR®)?
• What is the difference between mortgage prequalification and mortgage pre-approval?
• What are the key features I must have in my new home?
• What features would I like to have?
• How will the sales professional help me evaluate and compare the homes I look at?
• Can the sales professional provide an overview and copy of the local standard Contract for Sale and typical addenda?
• What inspections does the sales professional recommend for the property I've selected?