Qualification Criteria Key Questions How to Assess Why It Matters
Budget Does the lead have the financial capability to buy or rent? - Ask for their budget range.- Verify loan pre-approval or cash payment readiness. Ensures they can afford the properties in your portfolio and avoids wasting time on unsuitable options.
Location Preference Does the lead have a specific area or neighborhood in mind? - Ask for their preferred location.- Understand reasons (e.g., work, schools). Helps narrow down suitable properties based on geographic preferences.
Property Type What type of property is the lead looking for? - Determine interest in houses, condos, apartments, or commercial spaces.- Clarify new, pre-owned, or rental preference. Matches the client with the right type of property to meet their needs.
Purpose of Purchase Why does the client want to buy or rent? - Ask if it’s for personal use, investment, or business.- Understand urgency (e.g., relocation, retirement). Identifies the client’s intent and urgency, tailoring your approach.
Timeline When does the lead plan to make a decision or move? - Ask about their expected purchase or move-in date.- Determine if they are ready now or in the future. Prioritizes leads based on readiness and aligns with property availability.
Size and Features What size and features are important to the lead? - Ask for specifics: number of bedrooms, bathrooms, amenities.- Understand lifestyle needs. Filters properties to match the client’s desired size, features, and lifestyle.
Investment Potential Are they focused on investment opportunities? - Discuss ROI expectations or property value growth.- Understand the investment goals. Helps identify clients looking for long-term investments or rental income opportunities.
Decision-Makers Who else is involved in the decision-making process? - Ask if others (spouse, partner, family) need to approve.- Schedule meetings with all stakeholders. Ensures all decision-makers are involved, expediting the process.
Financing Options Are they relying on financing or cash payment? - Inquire about loan pre-approvals or cash availability.- Offer financing assistance if needed. Prepares you to address financing-related delays or questions.
Previous Experience Have they worked with an agent or viewed properties before? - Ask if they’ve worked with other agents.- Understand their prior property experiences or feedback. Provides insight into their expectations and previous challenges.
Investment Potential Are they focused on investment opportunities? - Discuss ROI expectations or property value growth.- Understand the investment goals. Helps identify clients looking for long-term investments or rental income opportunities.

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