What Should You Ask a Listing Agent Before Selling Your Home in Montgomery, AL?

The questions to ask a listing agent in Montgomery, AL come down to three things: how they'll price your home, what they'll do if it doesn't sell fast, and how they'll protect your deal after you accept an offer. I'm Britt Dowling with Real Broker LLC, and I'd rather you grill me with these than sign with anyone who can't answer them.

Talk to more than one agent. Take notes. When an answer sounds vague, ask for the numbers behind it.

How would you price my home?

Pricing sets your timeline. Across the 3,796 River Region homes that closed through the MLS in 2025, the median home sat 54 days, and about 46% sold for less than list price. Homes that sold within 30 days closed at about 99% of list on average. Homes that sat past 90 days averaged closer to 97%. A good agent shows you the recent sales behind their number instead of tossing out the biggest figure they can.

What should I fix before I list?

Ask which projects actually pay off with buyers in Montgomery, Prattville, Pike Road, or Wetumpka, and which ones you can skip. Small repairs buyers notice on a tour usually matter more than a big remodel. I broke this down in What to Fix and What to Skip Before Selling Your Montgomery AL Home.

What's your plan if my home gets no showings in the first two weeks?

You want this answer before you list, not after. Ask when they'd revisit price, photos, or marketing, and what would trigger each change. An agent with a plan ahead of time won't scramble later.

How will you keep my sale on track after I accept an offer?

An offer isn't the finish line. Redfin reported that 14% of U.S. home purchase agreements fell through in July 2026, the highest share since November 2023. Ask how they'd handle inspection repair requests, a low appraisal, or a buyer's loan hitting a snag.

How much will I actually walk away with?

Ask for an estimated seller net sheet at the first meeting. It should show your mortgage payoff, the agent fee, closing costs, and any money you might give the buyer toward repairs or their closing costs.

How do you get paid, and what's included?

Agent fees have always been negotiable. Since the 2024 NAR settlement rule changes, sellers have more choices about whether and how the buyer's agent gets paid. Ask what the fee covers, from photos to negotiation, and how each option could affect your sale.

How often will I hear from you?

Text, call, or email, every few days or once a week. Tell them what you want and ask if they'll stick to it.

Ready to Run These by Me?

If you're selling anywhere in the River Region, bring this list to a seller strategy call or call me at (334) 530-3576. I'll answer every one of them. You can also see how I work with sellers across the area on my River Region realtor page.