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Before you hire a realtor in Airdrie, ask for proof you can click. The seven questions below separate agents who have recorded Airdrie results from agents who only say they do. We answer each one for our own team, so you can compare.
TL;DR
- Ask for recorded Airdrie sales, verified reviews, the person who will really handle your file, and how the agent is paid.
- Our answers: at least 55 recorded Airdrie sales since 2010, RankMyAgent 4.99/5 across 716 reviews, Rate-My-Agent.com 4.99 from 264, Google 5.0 from 142.
- Whether you search for the best realtor in Airdrie or the top real estate agents in Calgary, the same seven questions apply.
1. How many Airdrie homes have you recorded?
A number you can repeat beats an adjective. Ben Sweet & Associates has at least 55 recorded sales in Airdrie since 2010 — 34 helping buyers, 19 for sellers, 2 for clients who both bought and sold — plus 21 verified client reviews from Airdrie clients (team transaction records and review platforms, as of October 2026).
2. Are your reviews verified, and where can I read them?
Look for platforms that tie reviews to closed deals. Ours are on RankMyAgent and Rate-My-Agent.com.
3. Who will actually handle my file?
Ask for names and roles. A team can mean faster answers or it can mean being handed off, so find out which. See how our team works.
4. How will you price or search for me?
Sellers should see sold comparables. Buyers should see a short list that fits their budget and commute. Our selling guide and buying guide show our method.
5. How are you paid, and what is negotiable?
Get it in writing before you start. Ben’s selling commission is 7.5% of the first $100,000 plus 3% of the balance, plus GST; the other costs of selling are itemized in our selling-costs guide.
6. What happens when it gets complicated?
Multiple offers, an inspection surprise, a possession-date fight: ask for a real example. Ben’s clients have said they never felt pressured into a decision.
“This is our third transaction with this team of realtors and as with our previous encounters, they did not disappoint.”
— Owen M., Airdrie seller, RankMyAgent
7. Which brokerage are you with?
Alberta advertising rules expect the brokerage name to be clear. Ours is Real Broker.
Frequently asked questions
What should I ask a realtor before hiring them in Airdrie?
Ask how many Airdrie homes they have recorded, on which side, how many of their reviews are verified, who will handle your file day to day, how they are paid, and which brokerage they work through.
How do I check a realtor’s reviews?
Look for reviews tied to real transactions. RankMyAgent says its reviews are based on firm, closed transactions and third-party verified; Rate-My-Agent.com describes its reviews as verified. Read several from your area, not just the average.
Is it a red flag if a realtor won’t show their numbers?
It is worth a follow-up question. Any agent can state how many local sales they have recorded and where the proof is. Ours is at least 55 recorded Airdrie sales since 2010, with the review links on this site.
Is the best realtor in Airdrie the one with the most signs?
Not necessarily. Signs show marketing, not results. Compare recorded sales, verified reviews and how clearly the agent explains the plan.
Compare us with anyone
Call the office at 403-774-7447 or send a note. Ben Sweet & Associates | Real Broker, #700 1816 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary.
Who wrote this page?
Ben Sweet leads Ben Sweet & Associates with Real Broker in Calgary. Ben has been licensed in Alberta since 2002, and the team has sold over 2,000 homes since 2002. Read more about Ben and the team, or see our Calgary-area guide to Airdrie.
Last updated: November 10, 2026. Ben Sweet & Associates | Real Broker.