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Selling your property is a big event. Of course, you want to be well prepared to proceed with the sales process. With a good Real estate agent by your side, everything will be fine. But that experienced, trustworthy Real estate agent with good knowledge of your neighborhood: where do you actually find it? Is there a big difference in the costs of Real estate agents? And what should you pay attention to when choosing the right Real estate agent? It is important to be well prepared for this process, because you want to prevent having to switch Real estate agents at a later point. In this article we explain everything to you.
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- What you should pay attention to when choosing a Real estate agent
- Quickly find the best sales Real estate agent
- Quickly find the best purchase Real estate agent
- What a Real estate agent can do for you
- Different types of Real estate agents
- Compare Real estate agents in the big four cities
- Compare Real estate agents per province
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What to look out for when choosing a real estate agent
Which real estate agent suits you best depends entirely on what you find important. Do you want a real estate agency that takes care of all the work for you? Or would you prefer to take on some chores yourself at a reduced real estate fee? Do you value a real estate agent with whom you get along well? Or would you rather base your choice on the experience that a real estate agent has? Write down your most important requirements before comparing real estate agents. Or discuss these wishes with the heirs with whom you choose a real estate agent together. That is going to help you enormously in making a choice.
A few things you should definitely pay attention to when choosing a real estate agent:
1. Real estate agent fees
Let's be honest: the costs of a real estate agent are of course an important part of comparing real estate agents. Did you know that on average there can be a difference of 1,700 euros between cheap and expensive real estate agents (who offer the same services)? Most offices work with a full-service package, where they take care of everything during the sales process. Other real estate agents also offer partial services, where you as a seller take care of some matters yourself. The advantage of this is that you pay a reduced real estate fee.
The average commission that real estate agencies charge in the Netherlands is 1.12%. The average costs of a real estate agent in the Netherlands amount to €5,101. Selling an apartment is usually cheaper than selling a detached house. Real estate agent prices vary by place of residence and by real estate agent.
Through Mijn Verkoopmakelaar you can easily and quickly compare the prices of real estate agents with each other. Moreover, you save up to 40% on real estate agent fees through our platform, because the real estate agencies on our platform offer competitive rates.
2. Experience in the profession & in the neighborhood
We probably agree that an experienced real estate agent is a must when selling your home. And we're not just talking about experience in the real estate trade, but also about sales experience in your neighborhood. Those real estate agents know the most recent market prices and the target groups that are looking for the type of home you are selling. You can perfectly tailor the sales strategy to this. With a bit of luck, the real estate agent even knows a few interested buyers.
Through Mijn Verkoopmakelaar you can easily compare real estate agents based on where they have recently sold the most homes. Ideal, right?
3. Expected proceeds
Now that you are going to put your house up for sale, you probably have an amount in mind. The amount for which you want the house to be sold at a minimum. Maybe you have already had an appraisal done or you really do not want to sell the house below a certain amount. Be open about this with the real estate agent and ask him/her for an estimate of the sales proceeds. This way you will immediately find out whether you are on the same page.
Does the real estate agent think that the amount you have in mind is not achievable, or do you disagree about the way you want to put the house (in terms of price) on the market? Then you can comply (if the real estate agent has convincing reasons), but you can also look for another real estate agent who can meet your (price) expectations.
If you are looking for a real estate agent via our platform, the real estate agents indicate in their response what they estimate your home will yield on sale. You can therefore easily compare the expected proceeds of several offices in the neighborhood with each other. On Mijn Verkoopmakelaar we also keep track for you whether the actual selling prices of already sold homes correspond with the estimate that was made in advance. It doesn't get more transparent than this!
4. The right click
A lot needs to be arranged for the sale of your house. That's one thing that's certain. You will therefore have a lot of contact with your real estate agent in the coming period. So it is important that there is a good click. In an introductory meeting, the real estate agent comes to your home to view your property and get to know you. In this way, you get a good picture of the real estate agent and the office. During the conversation, you will probably quickly feel whether you match, often within the first minutes.
5. Always speak with multiple real estate agents
Never go with the first real estate agent with whom you have a good feeling. Always talk to multiple parties, so you can lay the answers next to each other and compare well. Guideline: invite 2 to 4 real estate agents. You will soon see the differences in approach and costs. Only then can you make a well-considered choice.
The most important information you want to get out of the conversations is whether your sales strategy and expectations are in line.
To find out quickly, you can ask the following questions:
- What do you think the house is worth?
- Is it wise to use a high or rather a low asking price? And why?
- What does the housing market in this neighborhood look like?
- What maintenance issues can I tackle to make the house more attractive?
- What are you going to do if a buyer has not been found after 6 weeks? What is plan-b?
Finding and comparing real estate agents is a piece of cake through Mijn Verkoopmakelaar. After all, we carefully keep track of the sales performance (such as speed and reliability) of all real estate agents for you. In addition, real estate agents immediately indicate in their response what they think of your property, what they estimate the property will yield on sale, and what the real estate agent fees are. This saves you a lot of phone calls and emails.
Could you use some extra help in choosing? Read here what to look out for when choosing a suitable real estate agent and mortgage advisor.
With Mijn Verkoopmakelaar you can easily find a real estate agent to sell your house
Are you ready to start comparing real estate agents? We've made it extra easy for you. Leave your postcode and house number below for free and without obligation, and fill in a few details about your home. Before you know it, you'll be flooded with responses from real estate agents and the choice is yours! Want to know more first? Read here how Mijn Verkoopmakelaar works.
- Receive proposals from multiple real estate agents
- Get clarity about the costs and expected revenue beforehand
- Choose based on performance and results
- Over 3000 people have gone before you
- Average 8% higher sales revenue
- Free & without obligation
Enter your postal code and house number and receive your first proposals from the best real estate agents in the Netherlands immediately.
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If you encounter any problems, or if you still have questions: let us know!
Find the best purchase real estate agent quickly
Are you not looking for a real estate agent who can help you with the sale of your house, but rather a real estate agent who helps you with the purchase? You're in the right place here as well. Via Mijn Verkoopmakelaar you can easily and quickly find a good purchasing real estate agent:
Compare purchasing real estate agents here.
What a real estate agent can do for you
Hiring a real estate agent is not mandatory in the Netherlands. So you can always decide to sell your property yourself. However, hiring a real estate agent has several important advantages.
For example, a real estate agent arranges:
- Photographing and measuring your property
- Placement on Funda (which is not possible without a real estate agent)
- Everything around the viewings
- Drawing up the purchase agreement
Want to know more? In this article, you can read what a real estate agent does for you when selling your home. Are you curious about what all is involved in the selling process? Read here everything you need to know about selling your house.
Different types of real estate agents/services
When you are looking for a real estate agency, look for an office that offers the right services. If you want to sell your house, you need a sales real estate agent. If you are looking for a real estate agency that can help you find a property, you need a purchase real estate agent. Many real estate agencies offer both services.
Real estate agent associations
If you are comparing real estate agents, it is also good to research whether they are a member of a real estate agent association. And if so, which association that is. Each association has different advantages, we list the most important ones for you below.
- NVM
- VBO
- VastgoedPRO
1. NVM
In the Netherlands, there are 4400 real estate agents affiliated with the NVM. NVM is an abbreviation for 'Dutch Cooperative Association of Real Estate Agents and Appraisers in Real Estate'. Quite a mouthful. It boils down to the NVM keeping control of the education of the real estate agents who are affiliated. The members are knowledgeable and keep their level of knowledge up to date with the right diplomas and certificates. They also have legal expertise; they know all the ins and outs and relieve you of complex documentation. In addition, they have access to a large NVM network of potential buyers and extra many possibilities on Funda. NVM real estate agents are often a little more expensive than real estate agents who are not affiliated. This can vary by city and real estate agent.
2. VBO
VBO stands for 'Association Mediation Real Estate'. It is the second largest Dutch association of real estate agents and appraisers (after the NVM). Slightly more than 1100 real estate agents and appraisers are members. VBO real estate agents are similar to NVM real estate agents, but have slightly fewer possibilities on Funda than NVM real estate agents. Therefore, you usually pay slightly less for a VBO real estate agent. Every real estate agent who is a member of VBO is insured against professional liability. And do you have a complaint or is there a dispute? Then you can go to the disputes committee of the VBO.
3. VastgoedPRO
Real estate agents who are affiliated with VastgoedPRO are also generally cheaper than NVM real estate agents. The association's focus is on safeguarding quality, expertise and advocacy. About 700 real estate professionals are members, including real estate agents, appraisers and structural inspectors. Like VBO real estate agents, they do not have all the possibilities on Funda (which NVM real estate agents do have).
Compare real estate agents in the neighborhood
Ready to compare real estate agents in your area? Let's go! To be able to compare the reactions of real estate agents well, you can read below what the average costs, brokerage and property value are in your city. In addition, you can read how many real estate agencies in your city are active on Mijn Verkoopmakelaar.
Most popular cities
Are you looking for a real estate agent in Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam or The Hague? Then you can find the current figures below. Are you looking for a real estate agent in another area? We also have the figures ready for you in that case. Scroll a little further on this page and click on your region!
Real estate agents in Amsterdam
The current figures* of the housing market and real estate agents in Amsterdam:
- There are 55+ real estate agents in Amsterdam affiliated with Mijn Verkoopmakelaar
- The average fee charged by a real estate agent in Amsterdam is €6,008
- The average brokerage of a real estate agent in Amsterdam is 1.01%
- It takes an average of 32 days to sell your property in Amsterdam via Mijn Verkoopmakelaar
Read more about real estate agents in Amsterdam. *Based on the collected data on Mijn Verkoopmakelaar.
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Real estate agents in Rotterdam
The current figures* of the housing market and real estate agents in Rotterdam:
- There are 50+ real estate agents in Rotterdam affiliated with Mijn Verkoopmakelaar
- A real estate agent in Rotterdam charges on average €4.465 for selling your house
- The average commission charged by a real estate agent in Rotterdam is 1.03%
- The average selling speed in Rotterdam is 31 days
Learn more about real estate agents in Rotterdam.
*Based on the collected data on Mijn Verkoopmakelaar.
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Real estate agents in Utrecht
The current figures* of the housing market and real estate agents in Utrecht:
- There are 33+ real estate agents in Utrecht affiliated with Mijn Verkoopmakelaar
- The average real estate agent fees in Utrecht amount to €5.352
- A real estate agent in Utrecht charges an average 1.03% commission for selling your home
- It takes an average 25 days to sell your home in Utrecht
Read more about real estate agents in Utrecht.
*Based on the collected data on Mijn Verkoopmakelaar.
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Real estate agents in The Hague
The current figures* of the housing market and real estate agents in The Hague:
- There are 55+ real estate agents in The Hague affiliated with Mijn Verkoopmakelaar
- The average real estate agent costs in The Hague amount to €4.499
- A Hague real estate agent charges an average 1.09% brokerage fee
- On average, it takes 45 days to sell your home in The Hague
Read more about real estate agents in The Hague.
*Based on the data collected on Mijn Verkoopmakelaar.
Discover real estate agents in neighborhoods in The Hague
- Receive proposals from several real estate agents
- Get clarity in advance about the costs and expected revenue
- Choose based on performance and results
- Over 3000 people have gone before you
- Average 8% higher sales revenue
- Free & no obligation
Enter your postcode and house number and immediately receive your first proposals from the best real estate agents in the Netherlands
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Real estate agents in North Holland
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Real estate agents in Limburg
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Real estate agents in Groningen
Real estate agents in Drenthe
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Frequently asked questions about comparing real estate agents
How do I compare the costs of real estate agents?
- Calling real estate agent offices and asking for their rates. Often you don't immediately get the answer you want.
- Invite multiple real estate agents at home and give a tour. Real estate agents often tell their commission at the end of the conversation.
- Comparing real estate agent costs through comparison websites like Mijnverkoopmakelaar.nl.
What should I pay attention to when comparing real estate agents?
- Make sure that the real estate agent is a member of one of the 3 real estate associations: NVM, VBO or VastgoedPRO.
- That the real estate agent recently sold or bought many houses in the area.
- Other sellers have not had bad experiences with these real estate agents.
What is the fastest way to compare real estate agents
- Request quotes from multiple real estate agents via comparison websites
- Compare approach and costs
- Then have 1 or 2 of those real estate agents show the house
