Last updated: September 15, 2026.
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According to the Saskatchewan REALTORS® Association 2024 Annual Report, there are 1,726 licensed REALTORS® across Saskatchewan, and several hundred of them are working across Saskatoon. When the time comes to buy or sell your home, picking the right one out of that crowd can feel overwhelming. We've all heard the horror stories of terrible real estate agents and when it comes to one of the largest transactions of your life, that's one nightmare you don't want to become your reality. So how do you decide? How do you figure out who will be the right fit for you?
Start With Referrals & Reviews
The best place to start your search for the best Saskatoon REALTOR® for you is to go straight to the source, past clients. If your friends and family own homes, there's a pretty good chance that they had to work with a real estate agent to get there, which means they either have a resounding review or heeding words of caution they can share. Ask them who they worked with and what their experience was like. Did they feel like they worked hard to get things moving or did they just plop the sign on the lawn and ghost until an offer came in? Were they personable and easy to talk to? Did they feel confident working with them? And most importantly: would they use them again?
Online reviews and client testimonials are also a great way to get a better idea of any possible real estate agents you might be considering. They offer further information on the experience of other individuals who have worked with the agent and help to shed some light on what you can expect when working with them.
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Interview Saskatoon REALTORS® Like It Is a Job Interview
Many real estate agents may act as though they're the one doing the favour for you in selling your house. The truth is, though, they are the ones working for you. Treat every first meeting with any potential real estate agent like a job interview: you have a job for them to do and you are searching for the right fit. A good REALTOR® should meet the following expectations.
Experience: How many years have they been in the real estate industry and how has their performance been?
Local knowledge: Any good REALTOR® worth their salt should be up to date on the local Saskatoon real estate market and what trends look like in the area. They will also know how to apply this information in useful ways to ensure you get the best deal possible in your home transaction, whether you are a buyer or a seller.
Marketing strategy: One of the most crucial steps to selling a house is marketing it effectively and getting it in front of buyers in the area. Ask each real estate agent what marketing strategies they will employ to showcase your home.
Competitive advantages: I believe it's always important to ask your REALTOR® what they bring to the table that sets them apart from the rest. Will they offer further education and tips to keep you informed and aware? Will they be available to answer any potential questions you may have? Do they offer the most powerful real estate website in the Saskatoon area? Will they wear an interesting costume at every showing just to keep things fun? (I'm kidding about that last one. I think.)
10 Questions Every Saskatoon Seller Should Ask
Take these to every interview and compare the answers side by side. Vague, generic answers are a red flag; concrete numbers and a repeatable process are what you want.
- How many homes have you personally listed and sold in Saskatoon in the last 12 months?
- How many of your listings expired unsold in the last 12 months?
- What is your average sale-to-list price ratio and your average days on market in the last 12 months?
- What is your commission structure, and what services are included at that rate? (Ask for it in writing. Commissions are not fixed or approved.)
- What professional photography, video, floor plan, and 3D tour are included, and who pays for them?
- What is your written online marketing plan for my home, including MLS syndication, my own listing page, Google Business Profile, social media, and paid ads?
- Which comparable sales (address plus sale price plus date) did you use to arrive at my suggested list price?
- Who will actually run my showings and open houses, you or another agent on your team?
- How do you communicate feedback after every showing, and how often will I hear from you during the listing period?
- What is your written cancellation or exit clause if we are not a fit after the first 30 to 45 days?
Understand Saskatchewan Commission Rules Before You Sign
In Saskatchewan, real estate commissions are not fixed and not approved by any regulator or association and every commission structure is negotiable between you and your brokerage. The Saskatchewan Real Estate Commission's Consumer Information Guide spells this out and outlines your rights as a buyer or seller. Under the Property Tax and Revenue Program bulletin PST-24: Realtors, PST also applies to real estate commissions in Saskatchewan, so make sure any quote you compare is presented consistently, either both before PST or both after PST.
Go With Your Gut
Choosing a REALTOR® can definitely feel like a challenge, but after you've read all the reviews, asked all the neighbours, and interviewed every last agent in Saskatoon, there's only one place left to turn: your intuition. Which agent feels right for you? Do they feel like someone you can keep in contact with for years to come and go back to in the future? Sure, it can feel pretty great to go with a household name that everyone knows or the Instagram-famous super REALTOR®, but if they don't feel right for you, then it's okay to look elsewhere.
The relationship formed between you and your REALTOR® is one of the most important relationships you will have in your adult life. That's why it's important to choose the right one for you and your family.
Looking for a place to start? With years of experience and knowledge as a local Saskatoon REALTOR® under my belt, I know how to track down the perfect properties and negotiate the best deals for you and your family. Check out my client testimonials today to see what my past clients are saying about me.
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- Free Home Evaluation – find out what your home is worth in today's market.
- Seller Presentation – walk through my written marketing plan.
- Saskatoon Home Listing Agent – how I position homes to sell in Saskatoon.
- Saskatoon Home Listing Specialist – more on my listing services.
- Client Testimonials – what past clients say about working with me.
- About Kent – my background, credentials, and market experience.
FAQs
How do I find a trustworthy REALTOR® in Saskatoon?
Start by asking friends and family who they used and whether they would work with that REALTOR® again. Online reviews and client testimonials can also help you understand how past clients experienced the agent, and confirming the agent is a licensed member of the Saskatchewan REALTORS® Association (which has 1,726 members across the province) is a basic sanity check.
What should I ask a REALTOR® before hiring them to sell my Saskatoon home?
Treat the first meeting like a job interview and ask about the agent's Saskatoon volume in the last 12 months, sale-to-list price ratio, average days on market, expired listings, commission structure in writing, and their written marketing plan. Also ask for the comparable sales they used to justify their suggested list price and their exit clause if things do not work out.
How important are online reviews when choosing a REALTOR®?
Online reviews and testimonials give you insight into how an agent has worked with other buyers and sellers. Compare them with personal referrals to look for consistent feedback on communication, effort, marketing, and results across multiple past clients rather than one glowing quote.
Are real estate commissions the same for every REALTOR® in Saskatchewan?
No. Real estate commissions in Saskatchewan are not fixed or approved by any regulator, and every commission structure is negotiable between you and your brokerage, as outlined in the SREC Consumer Information Guide. PST also applies to real estate commissions in Saskatchewan, so ask for every quote in the same before- or after-PST format so you can compare fairly.
Why does local Saskatoon market knowledge matter when choosing a REALTOR®?
A good REALTOR® should stay up to date on the local Saskatoon market and current trends, and be able to explain the current benchmark price, days on market, and months of supply for the area. They should also know how to apply that information to help you price accurately and negotiate confidently, whether you are buying or selling.
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