What happens when you meet with a potential listing agent? We discuss what an initial consultation looks like, and how you can best prepare.What should I expect from this meeting? What is usually discussed, what should I bring up? Here's what to know before your first meeting with a Realtor to sell your house. Be prepared with the right questions and stay open-minded. With your Step 1 checklist complete, when do you contact a realtor to sell your house? The initial consultation will take about an hour and when i get to the home we're going to sit down and talk for five minutes. Real Estate Agent will point you in the right direction, too. The Importance of the First Meeting: Think of your first meeting with a real estate agent as an interview.