One of the biggest frustrations in real estate is a lack of updates. Whether you’re listing your home or buying one, knowing what’s happening at each stage is key. Strong realtor communication builds trust, reduces stress, and helps avoid last-minute surprises. But how often should a Realtor actually check in?

Let’s break down what to expect from a responsive real estate agent, how often they should update you, and how Debbie Dogrul Associates (Team DDA) handles communication the right way.

Why Realtor Communication Is Critical

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial transactions most people will ever make. You deserve clarity.

📅 Timing is everything, especially during negotiations, offers, or deadlines
📞 Consistent updates show your agent is engaged and proactive
🧠 Real-time info helps you make informed decisions quickly
💬 Communication reduces anxiety and builds confidence

When your agent is responsive, you feel in control.

How Often Should a Realtor Update You?

Here’s what good communication should look like during each stage:

🏡 Listing Your Home

• Initial prep: Daily or near-daily during staging, photos, and listing prep
  
  
• Active listing: Updates two to three times per week on showings, feedback, and market activity
  
  
• Under contract: Multiple touchpoints weekly as inspections, appraisals, and paperwork progress
  
  

🛒 Buying a Home

• Home search: Check-ins weekly or after each tour
  
  
• Offer phase: Rapid updates, often daily until accepted
  
  
• Under contract: Frequent communication about inspections, financing, and closing timeline
  
  

In fast-moving markets like Northern Virginia, speed matters.

Signs of a Responsive Real Estate Agent

A great agent doesn’t just respond quickly. They anticipate your needs.

✅ Answers emails, texts, and calls promptly
✅ Sets expectations up front for communication style
✅ Shares updates even when there’s nothing new
✅ Is available during key decision windows, including weekends

At Team DDA, we always say: if you’re wondering what’s happening, we haven’t done our job.

What Can Go Wrong Without Communication?

Poor communication leads to:

🚨 Missed deadlines or showings
🤷‍♀️ Confusion about next steps
📉 Lower buyer or seller confidence
❌ Lost opportunities in negotiation

Great communication prevents issues before they happen.

How Team DDA Keeps You Informed

With Debbie Dogrul Associates, you get a full team focused on keeping you updated.

• Dedicated listing specialists and buyer agents
  
  
• Support staff who track every step and provide regular updates
  
  
• Email, text, and phone outreach based on your preferences
  
  
• Weekly reporting on showings, feedback, and offers
  
  

📲 Our goal is to be the most responsive real estate agent team in Northern Virginia.

Final Thoughts

Clear, consistent realtor communication should be the standard, not the exception. If you're wondering how often a Realtor should update you, the answer is: often and with purpose.

With Team DDA, you'll always know where things stand, every step of the way.