Top 8 Cars for Successful Realtors

Written by Posted On Tuesday, 28 August 2018 11:41

To be a successful realtor in today’s competitive market, many steps must be taken. With nearly 2 million real estate agents nationwide, it is crucial to ensure that you stand out from your fellow realtors.

Building a good reputation in your local market takes much more than just providing both buyers and sellers with top notch customer service. Reliability, trust, and good standing in your local community can all help lead to further success in the real estate industry.

As a real estate agent, it is also important to create the proper image. Looking the part of a very successful agent can help you appear confident and able, potentially increasing your number or quality of clients. One piece that plays majorly into the image you create is the vehicle you drive.

The car you drive can say a lot about you. An old, dirty car that smokes and rattles does not scream successful real estate agent and could very easily scare off potential clients. On the other hand, a clean, modern vehicle with comfortable seating options can be a great way to transport clients to and from showings while creating an image of success. Here are some of the top vehicles for successful realtors.

 

2017 Honda Ridgeline

Honda Ridgeline

The Honda Ridgeline began its life as a city-friendly, off-road vehicle, but has grown up in recent years. Though the vehicle is still very capable with its all-wheel drive and high ground clearance, it has comfortable seating for five adults, heated and ventilated front seats, and plenty of cargo space. The Ridgeline is a great option for realtors, especially those looking to sell vacation homes, cabins, or other mountain properties.

 

2018 Honda Accord

Honda Accord

The Honda Accord, known by many car enthusiasts as the pinnacle of reliability, is a great car for aspiring agents. Though some may consider the car to be a little bland, the Accord offers comfort and style for an affordable budget. The 2019 Accord starts at just $23,000 putting it well within reach of agents who are just starting out, but want to build a great reputation right off of the bat.

 

2019 BMW X5

BMW X5

The BMW X5 is marketed as a “sports activity vehicle” and combines versatility with luxury. The X5 is great for moving clients to and from showings thanks to the reclining rear seats, additional rear legroom and optional 3rd row seating. Thanks to its status as a luxury vehicle, the X5 is sure to impress clients of all types.

 

2017 Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is another versatile crossover SUV, but rather than create an image of luxury as the X5 does, the Forester errs more towards the side of practicality. With a ton of cargo space, all-wheel drive, and top safety ratings, the Forester is great for shuttling clients around cozy mountain towns.

 

2019 Honda Odyssey1

Honda Odyssey

The Honda Odyssey is a great car for a realtor looking to stand out from the crowd. The unique design of the Odyssey may be different from most other crossovers/minivans on the road, but don’t let that scare you off. The Odyssey has all of the features a realtor should look for in a vehicle; comfortable seating options, in-vehicle navigation, and up to 28 miles per gallon, but is a great way to help create a distinct and memorable image with tons of cargo and people space.

 

2018 Jeep Compass

Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass is a luxurious SUV that is incredibly capable and comfortable. With 15 different trim packages, the Compass allows a lot of choice in what sort of image you’d like to create. Trying to sell high-end homes in the suburbs? The high-end interior upgrades of the Summit package may be the ticket. Showing a beautiful ski-in, ski-out condo in Vail? The off-road capability of the Trailhawk edition might be right up your alley.

 

2019 Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius

The Toyota Prius may not be the flashiest car on the road, but can help realtors create a successful image in a number of ways. The vehicle’s reduced environmental impact can show that you value a healthy environment and community, which can help to build trust with your clients. Choosing a reliable and practical vehicle rather than something more luxurious can also show that you value things like costs of operation rather than just cosmetic things in bigger purchases like a home or vehicle.

 

2019 Lexus IS300

Lexus IS

The IS luxury sedan has been a staple of the Lexus lineup for a number of years. The IS combines the luxury and performance of a European vehicle with proven reliability. The IS is great for someone looking to create an image of luxury with breaking the bank at purchase or at a mechanic years down the road.

 

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