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How do I find the best real estate agent in Colorado Springs?

ByWeldon HobbsTeam Hobbs RealtyPublished Last reviewed

Short answer: The best real estate agent is the best fit for you: a true professional who knows Colorado contracts and the local market, can clearly explain their process, has handled situations like yours, and communicates in a way you connect with. Online reviews and sales numbers are a starting point, not the answer. Interview two or three agents, ask how they've solved difficult situations, ask them to walk you through their process and the current market numbers, verify their license with the Colorado Division of Real Estate, and read the written agreement Colorado now requires before an agent starts working for you.

"Best" depends on your situation

There isn't one best agent for everyone. The right agent for a military family buying remotely on PCS orders may not be the right agent for someone selling a longtime family home or buying a first rental property. What you're really looking for is the right advisor for your decision.

That matters because buying or selling a home is more than a transaction. It's a major life transition, and it's a financial move. You'll also spend many hours working closely with your agent, so how well you connect matters as much as what's on their résumé.

Start with professionalism

The Pikes Peak Association of REALTORS® has more than 4,000 REALTOR® members in its MLS. Experience and focus vary widely across any group that size. Nationally, the National Association of REALTORS® reports that the typical REALTOR® has 13 years of experience and closed nine transaction sides in 2025, while newer agents with two years or less of experience had a median of two.

I think of it the way you'd think about choosing a doctor. You want someone who treats the work as a profession: someone who knows the contracts inside and out, understands the market, and has the resources to solve problems when they come up. At their core, real estate professionals are problem solvers. They also know how to position a home to sell, or how to position a buyer to purchase well and on their terms. In today's more complex environment, that depth matters.

Reviews and sales numbers are the baseline

Online reviews and sales numbers are useful. They tell you whether an agent is active and whether past clients were satisfied. But they don't tell you whether that agent is the right guide for you.

Two things they can't show you:

  • Fit. Do you connect? Are you speaking the same language about what you care about? You'll be working together for hours on end.
  • Expertise that matches your situation. What is this agent actually good at? Their strengths should line up with your decision, whether that's a PCS move, a VA purchase, downsizing, an investment property, or a higher-end listing.

Questions to ask when you interview an agent

"What are some of the most challenging situations you've handled, and how did you solve them?" This shows you their mindset and the depth of complexity they've dealt with. Listen for specifics, not generalities.

"If I'm selling, what is your process?" or "If I'm buying, what is your process?" A professional can clearly walk you through how they work, step by step. In my opinion, if an agent can't clearly articulate their process, they're likely winging it. If you're selling, see how to choose the best listing agent for the seller-specific questions.

"What's happening in the market right now?" Ask about specifics: how many homes are for sale, how long they're taking to sell, and what that means for your price range. Then listen to the answer. As the market changes, tactics and strategies have to change with it to avoid missteps. An agent who knows the numbers is treating the market as part of their profession, not just looking at each deal as a transaction.

"What kind of clients and situations do you work with most?" You want an agent whose experience lines up with what you're trying to do.

"How will we communicate, and how often?" You'll be making time-sensitive decisions together. Make sure their style works for you.

What good answers sound like

Across all of these questions, you're listening for confidence that comes from knowledge. Do they know what they're talking about? Do they give you specific examples and real numbers, or general reassurance?

You're also listening for an advisor, not a salesperson. A true real estate professional helps you make an informed decision, including telling you when something isn't in your best interest. And the interview doesn't end when you sign. Every day is an interview. You should keep seeing that same connection and that sense that you're in this together.

Check the basics before you sign

Verify the license. The Colorado Division of Real Estate offers a free online license lookup where you can search by name, license number, or business name. It takes about a minute.

Read the written agreement. Since August 12, 2026, Colorado law requires a broker to establish a working relationship with you through a written agreement before performing licensed services on your behalf. That agreement must clearly disclose how much the broker will be paid. Before you sign, make sure you understand:

  • whether the broker will work with you as a transaction-broker or in a single-agency relationship, and what that means for you;
  • how the broker will be compensated and who pays;
  • how long the agreement lasts; and
  • how you can end it if the relationship isn't working.

If anything in the agreement is unclear, ask the agent to explain it. For legal questions about the agreement, talk with a Colorado real estate attorney.

How I hold myself to these standards

I'm a real estate agent, so you should hold me to every standard on this page. Here's how I work, so you can compare.

I use what I call the Life, Wealth, Real Estate method. We start with the quality of life you're looking for, then make sure the plan fits your finances and long-term wealth picture, and only then find the home that serves both. Make no mistake: a home purchase is a financial move. It's a wealth move. That's also why I host Life & Real Estate Without Regret on YouTube. I want people to make informed choices. You can read more about how I work.

If you're moving somewhere other than Colorado Springs

The same questions work in any market. If you're moving elsewhere, I can help you find and personally vet a real estate professional in that area.

What could change the answer

Your priorities may shift the kind of agent you need. A remote buyer may care most about communication and video tours. A seller with a unique or higher-end home may care most about pricing strategy and marketing. Someone using VA financing may want an agent who knows what to watch for with VA appraisals and property requirements. Start with your situation, then look for the agent whose strengths match it.

When to talk with a professional

An agent handles the real estate side of your decision. Depending on your situation, you may also want a lender, an insurance agent, a CPA, or a real estate attorney on your team. See who you need on your team when buying a home in Colorado Springs.

If you'd like to see how my process would apply to your situation, let's have that first conversation. Ask me every question on this page.

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About the author

Weldon Hobbs is a Colorado Springs real estate professional and co-founder of Team Hobbs Realty, affiliated with The Platinum Group, REALTORS®. He is a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and retired Air Force officer. He holds an MBA and the PMP, Certified Financial Coach, SRES®, and MRP (Military Relocation Professional) credentials, and hosts Life & Real Estate Without Regret on YouTube.

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