https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/master.webp12 Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent Before You SignWatch the 12 questions, check the evidence behind each answer and take the free Agent Interview Pack into your next real estate agent meeting.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/993a2951-6e87-416f-82f5-d3d5856a98db.mp46062026-09-10T03:09:00Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/appraisal-accuracy/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-01.webpHow accurate have your recent appraisals been?Test an NZ agent's appraisal against recent comparable sales. See which examples to request and how to compare the evidence before signing.https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/appraisal-evidence-animated-final.mp4502026-09-03T09:39:17Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/commission-cost/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-02.webpWhat will I actually pay in commission — and what is included?Compare commission in dollars, GST, minimum fees and separately charged services. Ask for an itemised NZ selling proposal before choosing an agent.https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/commission-inclusions.mp4422026-09-01T09:28:27Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/marketing-cost/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-03.webpWhat will the marketing campaign cost me?Ask for an itemised property marketing budget, optional upgrades and payment terms. Compare campaign costs separately from real estate commission.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/79daf464-b7e7-4646-9abd-70c61ce962eb.mp4462026-09-05T10:55:05Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/sale-method/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-04.webpWhy is this sale method right for my property?Question the evidence behind auction, tender, deadline sale or negotiation. Compare the buyer strategy, campaign timeline and fallback plan.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/aa848dd7-37f2-4901-bef4-da6208e0fd26.mp4532026-09-05T21:08:36Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/who-handles-my-sale/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-05.webpWho will actually handle my sale after I sign?Find out who runs open homes, follows up buyers and negotiates after you sign. Compare named responsibilities and communication arrangements.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/6a1634d3-4db3-4cd9-9381-2a00e5fb6073.mp4432026-09-05T20:02:53Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/first-14-days/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-06.webpWhat exactly happens in the first 14 days?Ask an agent for a dated launch plan covering photography, listings, buyer follow-up and the first campaign review. Compare actions before signing.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/ae6379bf-c964-4b51-9dd9-7aefa804da8f.mp4602026-09-10T03:09:00Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/buyer-feedback/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-07.webpHow will you report buyer feedback and decide if the strategy needs to change?Agree how your agent will report buyer feedback, enquiries and offers. Set review points that distinguish useful evidence from pressure to reduce price.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/71b8eb67-9e59-4191-aaa2-7a02c2bfe898.mp4482026-09-05T21:42:09Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/offers-and-negotiation/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-08.webpHow will you handle offers and negotiation?Ask how offers, conditions and competing buyers will be presented. Compare an agent's negotiation process before appointing them to sell your home.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/bc8df843-b758-447e-84fc-a630389c9ebf.mp4552026-09-05T22:15:43Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/property-does-not-sell/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-09.webpWhat happens if my property does not sell?Ask about campaign reviews, further marketing costs, withdrawal and changing agents. Understand the fallback plan before committing to a property sale.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/425ea05a-4a97-40f6-8b62-bf9bf5ea5c4b.mp4562026-09-05T20:14:22Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/agency-agreement/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-10.webpWhat am I agreeing to with the agency agreement?Check sole or general agency, services, costs, dates and cancellation provisions. Use these questions before signing a New Zealand agency agreement.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/8234b332-9437-422c-a792-a93321a4f4c3.mp4582026-09-05T20:33:34Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/commission-after-agreement/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-11.webpCould I still owe commission after the agreement ends?Ask about introduced buyers and continuing commission before changing agents. Check written terms to reduce the risk of overlapping commission claims.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/7fe05762-e4d1-4491-9304-390b224312b1.mp4792026-09-10T03:09:00Z https://propertyseller.co.nz/selling-guides/questions-to-ask-a-real-estate-agent/incentives-conflicts-referrals/https://propertyseller.co.nz/media/agent-questions/posters/question-12.webpWhat incentives, conflicts or referral benefits should I know about?Ask about financial interests, marketing rebates and referral benefits. Make recommendations transparent before choosing an agent and related services.https://d2ol7oe51mr4n9.cloudfront.net/user_3EhEFQ62z2rxKDNa8eV4w29zKXE/84df671d-8468-4672-ba87-a0e2a41a6590.mp4552026-09-10T03:09:00Z