Who are the BEST REALTORS IN LOUISVILLE?

I am asked this question quite often, and I have even googled terms such as this to find out if there is some magical "list" of REALTORs that shows the top few.  While no such list really exists, some people have put together lists of top performing REALTORs by total transactions, total income, and other criteria you might expect from top-producing professionals.  The majority of the best REALTORs I know are not on that list because the list is too small.  There are nearly ... wait for it ... 4,000 REALTORs in the Louisville area!

Having been in the real estate business for awhile and having worked with several hundred REALTORs, I can say without question there is no "best" REALTOR out there- but there is probably a 'best" REALTOR for you.  What I mean is that, just as people decide which car to buy based on their particular needs and likes, so should they select a best REALTOR fit.

You may have noticed I capitalize the word, "REALTOR".  I do so for a reason:  all REALTORs are real estate agents, but not all agents are REALTORs.  A REALTOR is a member of the National Association of REALTORs and must adhere to certain ethical standards and other requirements of the profession; it is an important moniker and one critical in selecting your agent. 

So who are the best REALTORs?  They come in many forms, from the very experienced to the not-so-experienced, from the high-volume to the one- or two-a-year kind.  As with any consultant or professional you hire, you should consider several people, and then check them out with an interview, by recommendation, internet investigation, or a combination of those and other factors.  Find out if they are experienced in the area you are looking (some have particular knowledge of certain parts of Louisville), and if not, find out if they have connections via a mentor or colleague who may be able to assist them as they assist you.

The agencies are important as well, but here it gets a little murky since some smaller companies have tremendous capabilities in certain niche markets. 

The point is to do your homework.  Look around, find an agent who fits your personality type (or perhaps complements it, depending on your needs), and ensure they are interested in helping YOU.  I've found the best REALTORs (based on buyer feedback) have one thing in common:  they make the buyer feel protected, confident, and cared for.  And isn't that pretty much what you want from any professional?

Happy house hunting!