🙋 5 More Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Estate Agent – Part Two 🙋

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• Posted on 27th April 2026
• Category: Property Blog

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Last week we shared five questions that help sellers look beyond valuations and fees when comparing estate agents. Those points covered the foundations of a strong sale.

This second part adds five more questions that often make the difference between a smooth move and a frustrating one. Together, they help build a clearer picture of how an agent really works once a property is on the market.

Here are the next five questions we recommend asking before making a decision.

👥 Do buyers already exist for my home?

It is common to hear agents say they already have buyers waiting.

Sometimes that is true. Often it is a tactic to get you to sign up.

What matters more is how interest will be created. A clear marketing plan is far more valuable than a promise about unnamed buyers.

🚀 What is the plan for launching the property?

The launch period is one of the most important stages of any sale.

Early interest often shapes the strength of offers and the pace of progress. Ask how the property will be presented, where it will be advertised and how enquiries will be handled in the first few weeks.

It is also worth asking what happens if activity slows. A structured launch strategy shows preparation and experience.

🕓 When are viewings available?

Many buyers can only attend viewings outside normal working hours.

It helps to know whether viewings are available in the evenings and at weekends, who carries them out and whether they are accompanied. Limited availability can reduce opportunities and slow momentum without sellers realising why.

Flexible viewing arrangements often lead to stronger interest.

📞 Will there be one main contact throughout the process?

Selling a home involves regular decisions and ongoing updates.

It helps to know who is responsible for viewings, feedback, negotiations and progress once a buyer is found. A clear point of contact keeps communication straightforward and avoids confusion during key moments.

Consistency makes the process easier to manage from start to finish.

📊 What results can be shown from recent sales?

Evidence always matters more than promises.

Ask how close recent sales have come to asking price, how many listings go on to complete and what previous clients say about the service they received. These details help show how an agent performs in real situations rather than how they describe their approach.

Reliable results usually reflect reliable systems behind the scenes.

Choosing an estate agent shapes the whole experience of selling. Asking the right questions early helps avoid common problems later and makes it easier to choose with confidence.

Together with part one of this guide, these ten questions provide a practical framework for comparing agents properly before making a decision.

We are proud members of the Ethical Agent Network, which reflects the standards we believe sellers should expect from their agent. Independent assessment, clear service standards and accountability all form part of that commitment.

Thanks for reading
Michael