How Important is A Good Real Estate Agent?

[Zoabe Hafeez]

Hey Guys - I'm a BRRR guy who's had to sell some properties that I just put too much money into and need to get out to get to the next deal. Problem is, my referral source also is my real estate agent. It's important relationship, but they've had difficulty selling every property. I don't know how much of is it that they're under-rehabbed (for rentals) and how much of is real estate agent skill set. My questions are - in general, how do you tell who a good agent is vs. not vs. it's just a tough property? What are your expectations for a good real estate agent? Do you find a local agent for each property (some of mine are in distant suburbs)?

Thanks for y'alls help