FRETX,

Thanks very much for the BA vote. I'm glad you liked the blog. I hope you printed it out for reference. Good luck.

Rockinblu, thank you so much! That was a tremendously helpful blog!

That's a decent idea only if you own a specialty property, ie. waterfront, acreage, or massive view. Certain agents will often try to corner these markets in a particular area. It that doesn't fit then locate an agent who does a good job in general marketing. To get names ask friends, google real estate in your town, look in real estate magazines and count signs.

FRETX,

You might find the blog attached to the link below of some value in determining who should be representing you.

http://www.trulia.com/blog/rockinblu/2008/12/i_ve_got_my_fin…

That would appear to be a plan, however that doesn't mean the agent has other people lined up who want to buy a similar property.