Chas Everitt

When you're hiring an estate agent, the difference between someone competent and someone merely busy shows up in the details. Does the agent ask about your actual timeline, or do they just list immediately? Can they explain what your sectional title deeds actually say, or do they assume you understand levies and shared liability? Do they know the current bond origination environment well enough to warn you if your property is likely to struggle for financing? Do they maintain current Fidelity Fund certification and carry proper professional indemnity? An agent worth working with understands that over-promising on price to secure a listing only costs both parties time and frustration. They'll give you realistic market guidance, coordinate with attorneys without stepping on their role, and handle Lightstone data and comparable sales analysis as a baseline, not gospel.