Get matched with an agent that fits your needs

We’ll connect you to a local agent who will be by your side from listing to closing. Your agent will help you identify the right price and the right time to sell. When it’s time to close the deal, your agent will assist you in comparing and negotiating offers and contingencies to help you get the best price.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get matched with an agent from the Linking Agent Network? 

Getting matched with an agent is easy.
1. Submit the form to “Find an Agent” and a Customer Care representative will reach out to you to learn more about your needs.
2. Then, they’ll select an agent in your area who best matches your needs. 

3. You should hear from your agent match within 48 hours.

Does it cost money to use LinkingAgents?
The service that LinkingAgents provides is free for buyers and sellers. There is no cost for you or the agent that you work with. However, if a sale is completed, then the agent will pay an Agent Referral Fee for the successful transaction, but there will be no cost (as a buyer/seller) to use LinkingAgents.

 

What makes the agents from this Network better than other agents?

The Linking Agents Network only works with agents that meet specific requirements:

• Our agents must have a minimum of three years of full-time real estate experience and have closed 25 transactions in the last 12 months. 

• We thoroughly screen agents to ensure they have the skills, local knowledge for your needs.

• Agents in our network must have a proven track record of customer success necessary to make your home buying or selling experience go smoothly.


What should I do to prepare my home for a sale?

When preparing your home for a sale, a good place to start is by making simple cosmetic upgrades. If you have time for more extensive renovations, ask your agent for some remodeling tips that can increase the value of your home.


Who pays closing costs? Sellers or buyers?

Typically, the buyer handles the majority of the closing costs, but they are all negotiable. Ask your agent about closing costs and who pays for them.


Are open houses important when selling a home?

Open houses are a great tool when you’re trying to build interest around your home sale. While they aren’t as effective as scheduled viewings, they are a simple way to make your home more visible to a high volume of potential buyers. However, real estate marketing trends have started to put less emphasis on open houses. With most buyers searching for homes online, fewer are discovering listings through open houses. While it’s still a useful marketing tool—particularly when you want to show the home to a large number of people in a very hot market—it’s not a requirement.


What information do I need to disclose when selling?

What a seller legally has to disclose varies by state. Typically, they must disclose any known issues that would negatively impact its value, like water damage and mold. Other disclosures include neighborhood nuisances like noisy businesses, potential hazards like asbestos, the home’s repair history, and if there was a death on the property. Some more unusual disclosures include things like neighbor disputes, if the home was used illegally, and even paranormal activity.


How long does a seller have if they want to back out of a buyer's offer?

Once a buyer and seller have agreed to a price and signed a contract, they both have a legal review period where they can back out of the contract without any penalties. After that, the seller can only back out if the sale doesn’t meet the contingencies listed out in the contract or the buyer breaches the contract. Outside of that, the buyer would have to surrender their earnest money deposit if they back out while a seller could face lawsuits for canceling a sale without cause.


What can I do to help me sell my home faster?

The most important thing to do is hire a good real estate agent. If you’re not sure where to begin finding the right agent for you, LinkingAgents can connect you with a top-rated local agent, best suited to your needs. They will also know how to price the home to ensure that it’s appealing to buyers while also meeting your profit goals.

Other ways to ensure a faster sale are making sure the home is spotless for viewings, improving your curb appeal with outdoor upgrades, making cosmetic changes to the interior like a fresh coat of paint, getting it professionally staged, decluttering and depersonalizing, and utilizing professional photography and 3D tour tools.