How to Contact a Realtor (and What to Ask First)

The easiest ways to reach an agent

You don't need to overthink it. A quick call, text, email, or a short form on the agent's website all work. A good agent responds fast — and responsiveness during that first contact tells you a lot about what working together will be like.

What to have ready

You don't need much, but a few details make the first conversation far more useful:

• Are you buying, selling, or both?
• Your rough timeline (this month, this year, just exploring)?
• For buyers: target areas, price range, and whether you're pre-approved.
• For sellers: your address and anything notable about the home.

Smart first questions to ask

• How many homes have you sold in my area recently?
• What's your average days on market and list-to-sale ratio?
• How and how often will we communicate?
• What does the process look like from here?

It costs nothing to start the conversation

Talking to an agent doesn't commit you to anything. The best agents offer a free, no-pressure consultation — use it to decide whether they're the right fit before you sign anything.

Reaching the LV5 Real Estate Team

Call or text (419) 302-3940, email info@lv5capital.com, or use the consultation form on any page. Jeff Dulmage and the team serve Lima and all of West Central Ohio.