First of all you need to make sure that your tutor is qualified. Ask for their credentials, how long have they been teaching for? Remember, just because somebody has been playing for a long time doesn't necessarily make them a good tutor.

Before you pick, you need to understand how somebody becomes a good teacher. What it takes is experience, learning what works and what doesn't. You don't want to pay good money for somebody who is still in this process of trial and error.

The most important thing is to make sure that the tutor offers one on one lessons, not group lessons. You need this one on one time with your tutor so that they can focus on your progress and what YOU need to improve on. If you learn the guitar in a group situation you won't have as much time to ask questions and get help.

When you choose your tutor, take into consideration what sort of questions they asks you. An experienced tutor will try to get an idea of where you're at as a guitarist and a musician. They will also try to grasp what type of learner you are so that they may formulate a plan to teach you.

What can you expect to pay?

Generally you can expect to pay anywhere from $15 to $30 for a half hour session but this may vary depending on where you live.