Mercer Island, WA

Signs of a Good Real Estate Agent

When buying or selling a home, a person usually experiences two main emotions: excitement and fear. Homeownership is one of the biggest purchases that a person may ever make. With 40% of first-time home buyers finding the event stressful, finding a good real estate agent in Mercer Island, WA is crucial in alleviating stress. Contact us today!

Knowing what to look for when picking an agent is critical. Personality and character traits truly matter. You want to be sure that their personality matches yours because it makes the process more enjoyable when you like meeting up with your agent. A good real estate agent’s character traits should be trustworthiness, sincerity, integrity, work ethic, and empathy.

What Good Agents Should Do?

Be Accessible and Have Your Best Interest in Mind: The agent should be responsive to calls and emails. Open communication will make the process easier and will give you clear information. A good agent shouldn’t be dismissive of your wants and needs. They should pay attention to small details and offer you help when needed.
Keep You Educated: During the process, you should always get knowledge of the housing market from your agent. The agents should be able to give you advice and understanding on budgets, goals, and comps in the area you want to be in. This will provide you with a realistic expectation of pricing. Having an agent like this will allow you to know what questions and problems to be insightful of.
Be a Skilled Negotiator: In this industry, being a good negotiator is a must. Even though homes have a selling price, many factors can contribute to negotiating a reasonable price. It is also important for your agent to be level-headed and not negotiate with emotions. When the agent negotiates objectively, it can help buy or sell the home.
Be Knowledgeable of Technology: A good real estate agent in Mercer Island, WA, will be utilizing old and new technology alike to help buyers and sellers. For example, 3D virtual tours have become a normal option, allowing buyers to get a better sense of a home before they set foot in it. Another option utilizing new technology includes showcasing the home using drones. This will give a potential buyer a better view of the home’s roof, yard, and surrounding area. Implementing tech will provide buyers and sellers both with a better outcome.
Have a Strong Marketing Plan: If you’re selling the home, your real estate agent should come to you with a plan to market your home. The agent should use social media marketing and photography to host an open house. A solid social media presence can put you directly in front of a buyer or with another agent who knows a potential buyer. 80% of sellers believe hosting open houses is an excellent service and gives good potential to find a homebuyer.

For a good real estate agent in Mercer Island, WA, that offers all these qualities, contact Special Agents Realty today! We can give you peace of mind as you become a homebuyer or home seller.

Welcome to your dream home! This spacious top-floor condo offers breathtaking views of the Bellevue skyline, downtown Mercer Island, & the Cascade Mountains. The condo has been tastefully updated with stainless steel appliances, new carpet, paint, vanities, hardware, plumbing, & a newly installed washer/dryer. You'll also enjoy access to premier building amenities, including an indoor pool, exercise room, sauna, elevator, bike room, covered parking, & abundant guest parking. Plus, the desirable location can't be beat! You'll be just a quick stroll away from restaurants, parks, shopping, & the upcoming light rail station, & a short drive from Bellevue & Seattle. Don't let this amazing opportunity pass you by - make this your new home today!

$659,950 Active

2929 76th Avenue SE 511 Mercer Island, Washington

2 Beds 2 Baths

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Every Door Real Estate

$749,000 Active

3030 80th Avenue SE 512 Mercer Island, Washington

2 Beds 2 Baths 1.113 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of ONE Realty

$1,150,000 Active

7800 SE 27th Street 201 Mercer Island, Washington

2 Beds 2 Baths 0.356 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of John L Scott RE West Seattle

$1,185,000 Active

2800 75th Place SE 201 Mercer Island, Washington

2 Beds 2 Baths

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of COMPASS

$1,350,000 Pending

3435 77th Place SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,950 SqFt 0.171 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere R.E. Shoreline

$1,550,000 Active

2243 80th Ave SE Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,410 SqFt 0.152 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Best Choice Realty

$1,550,000 Pending

2453 64th Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,540 SqFt 0.138 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.

$1,685,000 Pending

7660 85th Place SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,830 SqFt 0.248 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$1,750,000 Pending

4204 88th Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,600 SqFt 0.327 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Sea to Sky Realty

$1,790,000 Pending

4323 Carol Lane Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,730 SqFt 0.271 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain

$1,900,000 Active

3 Lindley Road Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,110 SqFt 0.379 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$1,950,000 Pending

6400 SE 24th Street Mercer Island, Washington

5 Beds 3 Baths 3,620 SqFt 0.354 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

$2,075,000 Pending

2919 84th Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

5 Beds 3 Baths 3,890 SqFt 0.269 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of John L. Scott, Inc.

$2,195,000 Active

6103 SE 22nd Street Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,560 SqFt 0.138 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue

$2,200,000 Active

8010 SE 60th Street Mercer Island, Washington

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,160 SqFt 0.143 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$2,200,000 Pending

8205 SE 62nd Street Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,170 SqFt 0.232 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$2,250,000 Pending

9020 SE 50th Street Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,553 SqFt 0.252 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain

$2,295,000 Active

8750 SE 48th Street Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,270 SqFt 0.240 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Windermere Mercer Island

$2,495,000 Active

6155 93rd Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,967 SqFt 0.359 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of COMPASS

$2,525,000 Pending

5026 84th Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,270 SqFt 0.347 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Mercer Island

$2,600,000 Pending

4703 91st Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,837 SqFt 0.262 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$2,650,000 Pending

8020 84th Avenue SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,510 SqFt 0.301 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of COMPASS

$2,749,000 Active

8829 SE 77th Place Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,620 SqFt 0.253 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty

$2,775,000 Pending

8403 E Mercer Way Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,320 SqFt 0.537 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Mercer Island

$2,799,950 Pending

9020 SE 79th Street Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 5 Baths 3,880 SqFt 0.318 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Mercer Island

$2,800,000 Pending

6423 E Mercer Way Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,850 SqFt 1.755 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/East

$2,950,000 Pending

9210 SE 33rd Place Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,140 SqFt 0.257 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.

$2,980,000 Active

4705 E Mercer Way Mercer Island, Washington

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,110 SqFt 0.970 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of Best Choice Realty

$2,998,000 Active

9603 SE 61st Place Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 4,530 SqFt 0.431 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Active Listing courtesy of COMPASS

$2,998,000 Pending

2708 65th Place SE Mercer Island, Washington

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,970 SqFt 0.482 Acres

The three tree logo represents a listing courtesy of NWMLS. Pending Listing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty