Frequently Asked Questions

What sets GingerMark apart from other internet sites that promise to find a local agent?
At GingerMark, we believe that the most experienced and relationship-focused real estate agents provide buyers and sellers with the best chance for a successful home buying and selling experience. We are dedicated to connecting you with these top-tier agents. Unlike many other internet sites, our agents do not pay for advertising or referral fees to be recommended by us. Instead, they are selected based on their extensive experience and proven track record.

Many other sites prioritize agents who pay them for advertising or leads, which often means the main selection criterion is the fee paid versus experience, volume and community involvement.

We encourage you to examine the criteria used by various sites to select their agents.

What distinguishes a transactional real estate agent from a relationship-focused real estate agent?
A transactional real estate agent typically focuses on the immediate sale or purchase of a property. Their primary goal is to complete the transaction quickly, often moving from one deal to the next with more emphasis on closing the deal than on building long-term relationships with clients.

In contrast, a relationship-focused real estate agent places a strong emphasis on building and maintaining long-term relationships with their clients. They invest time and effort into understanding their clients' needs, preferences, and future goals. These agents prioritize providing personalized service and ongoing support, even after the transaction is complete. They strive to be a trusted resource for their clients, ensuring a positive and satisfying real estate experience.

At GingerMark, we believe in the value of relationship-focused agents, as they offer a more personalized and supportive approach, ultimately leading to greater client satisfaction and successful real estate transactions.

Is there a cost to me if I use your service to get connected with a top real estate professional?
No, there is no cost to you for using our service to get connected with experienced real estate agents. GingerMark is dedicated to providing you with the best agents without any fees or hidden costs. We're here to make your real estate experience as smooth and stress-free as possible!

How do you make money?
At GingerMark, our service is designed to connect you with the most experienced real estate agents. These agents have agreements in place to share compensation, which means that when you successfully buy or sell a home through one of our referred agents, they share a portion of their commission with us. This arrangement does not change the costs for you as a buyer or seller in any way. Our priority is to ensure you have a smooth and successful real estate experience with top-tier professionals.

What criteria are used to select the best agents?
In short, the agent would be someone both Ginger and Mark trust.

We meticulously select the best agents based on several key criteria to ensure you receive exceptional service:

1. Experience: Our agents have a minimum of ten years of real estate experience, ensuring they have the knowledge and expertise to handle diverse scenarios.

2. Accomplishments: We look for agents with a proven track record of success, including numerous transactions and positive client feedback. While every year is different, we prefer agents who are targeting over 20 transactions a year.

3. Community Involvement: We prioritize agents who are actively involved in their communities and give back to their communities, demonstrating their commitment to building strong, local relationships.

4. Client Relationships: Our agents are dedicated to building lifelong relationships with their clients, offering personalized service and ongoing support beyond the transaction.

By adhering to these criteria, GingerMark ensures that you are connected with top-tier agents who can provide a smooth, stress-free, and successful real estate experience.

Does a real estate agent not meeting your criteria mean they aren't good?
It's all about experience. We believe that the more experienced a real estate agent is, the better equipped they are to handle a wide range of scenarios that might arise during the buying or selling process. Here's a breakdown:

• New Agents: With just two years of experience and about four deals a year, they’ve likely encountered around 8 transactions.

• Average Agents: With five years of experience and approximately 10 deals a year, they've handled about 50 transactions.

• Experienced Agents: The agents we recommend have at least 10 years of experience and complete around 20 deals a year, meaning they've seen over 200 transactions.

As a reference, with 17 years of experience and an average of 29 deals a year, Ginger has been involved in close to 500 transactions.

We want buyers and sellers to benefit from the extensive knowledge and insights gained through these experiences, ensuring a smoother, more successful real estate journey.