How Do I Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Montgomery County, PA?

Choose an agent who knows your specific Montgomery County town, can show you a clear pricing and marketing plan in writing, explains local requirements like transfer taxes and U&O inspections without having to look them up, and communicates the way you want to be communicated with. Interview at least two agents, ask the same questions of each, and pay attention to how well they listen, not just how much they talk.

What questions should I ask a real estate agent before hiring them?

How many homes have you helped buy or sell in my town or school district recently?
How would you price my home, and which recent sales are you basing that on?
What is your marketing plan, step by step, from the day I sign to the day we go live?
What does my municipality require for a sale, such as a U&O inspection, and how will you handle it?
Who will I actually be talking to day to day, and how quickly do you respond?
How do you help me compare offers on net proceeds, not just price?
What are your fees, and what exactly is included?

Why does local knowledge matter so much in Montgomery County?

Montgomery County is made up of dozens of townships and boroughs, each with its own taxes, rules, and buyer pool. A home in Narberth, a home in Lansdale, and a home in Blue Bell can attract completely different buyers and sell on completely different timelines. Local requirements also vary town by town, from resale U&O inspections to local transfer tax rates. An agent who knows these details helps you avoid delays and price with confidence.

Should I hire a solo agent or a real estate team?

Both can work well. A strong team gives you a lead agent who knows your goals, plus support people who keep the details moving: showings, paperwork, scheduling, and communication with the buyer's agent, lender, and title company. That can mean faster responses and fewer dropped balls, especially during the busiest weeks of your sale. The key is knowing exactly who does what and who your main point of contact is.

What red flags should I watch for?

A price that sounds too good to be true with no recent sales to back it up
A vague marketing plan like "we'll put it on the MLS and see"
Slow or inconsistent communication before you have even signed
Pressure to sign quickly without time to review the agreement
No clear answer on local rules and costs

What makes the Shaina McAndrews Team different?

Deep local roots. Shaina is a third-generation real estate agent with more than 10 years of experience, based in Ambler.
Credentials that matter. Shaina holds the ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist), PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor), and e-PRO designations, and serves as President of the eXp Agent Advisory Council.
Reach beyond the county. We are licensed in both PA and NJ and serve Montgomery County, Greater Philadelphia, and the surrounding area, with a $465K average sale price.
A marketing plan that starts fast. Our Coming Soon campaign can launch as soon as the day after listing paperwork is signed, and the full professional photography shoot happens once your home is fully ready.
Pricing built around your net. We focus on what you walk away with, not just the list price.
Giving back. We plant a tree for every home we close, more than 1,000 so far.
Recognized in the media, with features on ABC, NBC, FOX, and New York Weekly.

How do I start working with an agent?

Book a consultation. It is free and there is no obligation. For sellers, we will walk through your home, your timeline, and your numbers. For buyers, we will go over your budget, the towns on your list, and how we will find the right home. Either way, you will leave with a clear plan.

Interview us. We would love to earn your business.

The Shaina McAndrews Team at eXp Realty is warm, direct, and data driven, with no pressure. Read what our clients say, then book a time that works for you.

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Call or text 215.767.7150 or visit MontCoLiving.com.