With over 700 REALTORS® in Southwest Montana how do you choose the right REALTOR®?
Here are a few questions you should ask yourself when making this decision.
To begin with, how long has that REALTOR® been selling Real Estate?
Pam McCutcheon has been a licensed realtor for over 11 years. This is not only her career and way to earn a living but her passion is helping buyers and sellers. Many times it's thinking outside of the box, problem solving and making clients dreams their reality.
Can they give you names of at least 5 people that would recommend them?
Pam sure can! Pam knows what her clients say about her hard work and knowledge, can your realtor say that?
What is their Real Estate education?
In addition to a four year college degree, Pam has earned her "Green", ABR to help her buyers through the buying process, Brokers license, and continues to keep educated on real estate matters and markets.
How long has your REALTOR® lived in the area?
Some realtors are new to the area. Pam has lived in SW Montana for 23 years-long enough to stay abreast of all the changes in the area, and really know the pulse of the town as well as the schools, job opportunities, and the best of Livingston and the best of Bozeman.
What are their interests?
Do you share any common interests with your realtor? Building a relationship with your realtor involves trust and respect. What has your realtor done to earn that?
What is their community involvement?
Pam is an active member of the Sunrise Rotary club and their membership committee. A member of the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce and plays an active role in her local real estate multiple listing committee. Pam feels being involved is a great way to make changes and be part of something important.
Are they familiar with the schools systems?
Pam has had two children go through the middle school, high school and even Montana State University (as well as University of Montana). Pam also knows about the soccer, football, basketball and baseball programs. She is a great source for information.
Are they involved in the arts?
Pam has volunteered at the historic Ellen Theatre and is very supportive of the arts in the area.
Do you and your REALTOR® have anything in common, recreation, hobbies, passions?
Just like a friend, it is nice to connect with someone who you share a common interest. Pam is involved in the Wind Drinkers running club and stays on top of the race schedule in our area. An avid animal lover (dogs especially) she knows all of the dog friendly places to walk or run. Pam is very active in the local animal shelters; always trying to help match up a new dog owner and new home owner.
Do you trust your REALTOR®?
I sure hope so. Pam speaks the truth. If you are selling or buying Pam doesn't beat around the bush on price to get the sale done. She wants what's best for her buyers and sellers.
Are they showing you things that they want to show you or are they listening to your needs?
As a long time real estate broker, Pam knows her business. She listens to her clients needs and doesn't waste their time showing things that won't work.
If you are looking for a real estate broker that you can trust, has knowledge of her market, inventory and area as well as tons of good energy then you MUST give Pam a call Today!