The best REALTOR® in Moncton for you is the one who fits how you live, answers when you call and tells you the truth, even when it’s not what you were hoping to hear. Before you hire anyone, check that they’re licensed in New Brunswick[1], ask whether they’re a REALTOR®[3], and ask how they communicate, who you’ll actually work with and what happens after closing.
If you’ve typed “best REALTOR® in Moncton” into Google, you’ve probably noticed something: everybody says they’re the best. Me included, if I’m honest. So let’s skip the slogans. The best real estate agent in Moncton for you is the one who fits how you live, answers when you call and tells you the truth even when it’s not what you were hoping to hear.
Here are the questions I’d ask before hiring anyone, and yes, you should ask me every single one of them too.
What actually makes the best REALTOR® in Moncton?
Reviews matter. Experience matters. But the regrets people tend to share aren’t about picking an agent with fewer sales. They’re about picking someone they couldn’t reach, who rushed them, or who left them guessing what a clause meant the night before conditions came off.
So when you’re comparing the top REALTORS® in Moncton, NB, you’re really looking for three things: are they qualified, will they be there, and do they explain things in a way you actually understand?
10 questions to ask before you hire a real estate agent in Moncton
1. Are you licensed in New Brunswick?
New Brunswick’s Real Estate Agents Act requires every salesperson representing a real estate agency to hold a licence[1], and the Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB) has a free “Check Licence and Registration” tool on its website[2]. It takes about a minute. Nobody worth hiring will be offended that you checked.
2. Are you a REALTOR®?
Not every real estate agent is a REALTOR®. The REALTOR® trademarks belong to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate services provided by brokers and salespeople who are members of CREA, who accept and respect a strict Code of Ethics and are required to meet professional standards of business practice[3]. It’s worth knowing which one you’re talking to.
3. Is real estate your full-time job?
There’s nothing wrong with part-time agents, but you should know going in. I’ve been full-time since 2020, and I’m solo on purpose, so when you call, you get me, not a place in a queue.
4. How do you like to communicate, and how fast will I hear back?
Ask this one directly. Text, call, email? Evenings? Weekends? In this business a few hours can be the difference between getting a showing booked and missing a home. (You know my answer by now. Yes, I really answer my phone.)
5. Which parts of Greater Moncton do you know well?
Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview each have their own personality, and the communities around them are a whole other conversation. A good agent can tell you what living somewhere is actually like, not just what the listing says. If you’re still deciding, here’s my take on Moncton vs. Dieppe vs. Riverview.
6. How will you price my home, or tell me what a home is worth?
Whether you’re buying or selling, the answer should involve recent sales of similar homes nearby, the current competition and the home’s condition. If the answer is a number with no reasons behind it, keep asking.
7. Who else will I be working with?
Some agents work in teams where you might deal with an assistant or a junior agent day to day. Neither way is wrong, but you deserve to know who’s actually showing up for you.
8. Can you recommend lawyers, mortgage brokers and inspectors?
A good agent has a list of people they’d send their own family to. Ask for it. A strong network makes everything after the offer go smoother. (Mine is on my trusted pros page.)
9. Will you walk me through every document before I sign?
Offers, conditions, amendments, waivers. If an agent gets impatient with your questions now, imagine how that feels at 10 p.m. with a deadline at noon.
10. What happens after closing?
This one tells you a lot. Some agents vanish the day the keys change hands. The best ones are still your person a year later when you need a roofer, a property tax question answered or a referral for your sister.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to sign quickly “before someone else does” without a clear reason.
- Vague answers about how they’ll communicate or who you’ll deal with.
- A price for your home that sounds amazing but comes with no comparable sales to back it up.
- Talking more than listening. Your agent should know what you want before they show you anything.
How reviews fit into choosing a Moncton REALTOR®
Reviews are a great starting point. Read the long ones, not just the stars. Look for the same words coming up again and again, like “patient,” “responsive” or “explained everything.” Those patterns tell you how someone works when things get stressful, which is the only time it really matters.
So, who’s the best real estate agent in Moncton?
Honestly? The one who’s best for you. I’d love to be on your list, and I’m happy to answer all ten of these questions on a call. If we’re not the right fit, I’ll tell you that too, and help you find someone who is.
If you’re buying, take a look at my buyer’s guide to see how I work from pre-approval to keys, and if it’s your first home, start with my guide for first-time buyers in Moncton. If you’re selling, here’s how I sell a home.
Questions people ask me
How do I check if a real estate agent is licensed in New Brunswick?
Use the free “Check Licence and Registration” tool on the Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB) website. New Brunswick’s Real Estate Agents Act requires every salesperson representing a real estate agency to hold a licence.
Is every real estate agent a REALTOR®?
No. The REALTOR® trademarks identify real estate brokers and salespeople who are members of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), who accept and respect a strict Code of Ethics and are required to meet professional standards of business practice. It’s worth asking which one you’re talking to.
What should I ask a Moncton REALTOR® before hiring them?
Ask whether they’re licensed and a REALTOR®, whether real estate is their full-time job, how and how fast they communicate, which parts of Greater Moncton they know well, how they price a home, who else you’ll work with, who they recommend for lawyers, mortgage brokers and inspectors, whether they’ll walk you through every document, and what happens after closing.
What are red flags when choosing a real estate agent?
Pressure to sign quickly without a clear reason, vague answers about communication or who you’ll deal with, a price for your home with no comparable sales behind it, and an agent who talks more than they listen.
Sources
Checked in November 2026. Rules and details can change, so please confirm anything important with the source.
- Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB), “Real Estate Agents”. fcnb.ca
- Financial and Consumer Services Commission (FCNB), “Check Licence and Registration: Real Estate”. fcnb.ca
- Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), “Trademark Protection & Competition”. www.crea.ca
Rachel Nevers
Full-time REALTOR® with Real Broker serving Moncton, Dieppe, Riverview and the Greater Moncton Area since 2020. Ten years as a paramedic before that. I answer my phone: 506-651-9969.