Pick an agent you can trust – Because you have never done this before, you will often be at the mercy of those more knowledgeable than you – namely your agent. While you will have the final word, most of the information you get about the process will come from the Realtor. This is why it is so important to pick one you can trust.Smart home buyers interview several different agents before they choose which will represent them. This only makes sense. The agent is working for you and should meet your criteria. Some first-time buyers choose to go with a family friend or an agent recommended to them by someone they trust. Others just pick one out of a Google search.