You need to actually talk to realtors to find one that you feel will market your house the best. Long distance recommendations mean little.

If I were in your shoes, I would interview several local Realtors that work your neighborhood including the two that are listed now. First, before you call either of those Realtors that have the next door listing, check with the neighbors to see if they are satisfied with their Realtor. You may end up with someone else entirely based on your needs and the qualifications of the Realtor. We are not all alike by any means. Ask each Realtor you interview for the past sales, experience, and their marketing plan specifics too. Have each provide a market analysis that supports the value at which they think your home is worth based on the current market.

When you interview the realtors, ask them if they have handled any remote or international sales? You will need a very experienced realtor who has extraordinary communication skills. Now days, contracts can be signed over the internet using signature authorization apps. Your realtor should use one of these. Select a full time agent with a lot of recent closings. When you interview them, ask them how many homes they have listed and sold in the last month or two?

As Denita advised, ask your neighbors for their reviews first before contacting the agents. Ask specifically about the agents communication and response skills. Referral is the most popular way to find a good listing agent. The internet and real estate agency websites should provide you with biographical information on an agent.

There is no reason why you shouldn't be able to sell the house remotely using an experienced listing agent.