Choose a vetted listing agent who puts sellers first
Learn how we vet real estate agents for sellers, and the standards they must meet before we recommend them.What we look for that most sellers miss
Rarely represents both sides in the same sale
They avoid chasing two commissions, so the seller's interests come first.
Cancel-anytime listing agreement
This keeps you from being locked in if the relationship isn't the right fit.
Local selling experience
They have the track record to position your home for the right buyers.
Enough capacity for your listing
Helps ensure fast communication, consistent follow-through, and a proactive strategy.
You shouldn’t have to wonder who’s paying who
Our agent vetting is free for sellers, and agents can’t pay to be recommended.
How we vet real estate agents
Here are the steps we follow before an agent earns a SoldNest recommendation.
Verify local selling experience
Recent sales and local market expertise are the starting point. To be considered, an agent must rank in the top 20% of homes sold in your area over the past three years.
Check dual agency history
We eliminate agents who have a history of prioritizing their commission over a client's best interests. No exceptions.
Evaluate online reviews
We review seller feedback across multiple platforms to confirm an agent is consistently trusted by home sellers.
Confirm a cancel-anytime agreement
We make sure you can cancel the listing agreement at any time, without owing a commission after termination.
Monitor ongoing performance
We re-check performance and seller feedback over time and remove agents who fall short of our standards.
Why many agents don't meet our standards
Being stuck with the wrong agent can cost you more than you think. Here are the most common reasons agents don't meet our standards.
- Locks sellers into a long-term contract
- High dual agency history
- Limited selling experience in your area
- Too many clients to stay proactive
- Little or no seller reviews
How we choose the right agent for your sale
Agents who pass our vetting steps move into a short list. From there, we select the best fit based on your home, your local market, and your selling situation.
What vetted agents typically look like
Already have an agent in mind? We can vet them too.
If you've already met with an agent, we can tell you whether they meet our standards, and why. Whether you move forward with that agent or compare them to others we recommend, the choice is yours.
