About Us
For sellers: My goal is to get you the most money for your home in the shortest period of time. I start with a thorough CMA which provides you with a clear picture of the market conditions in your area. Together we decide on a marketing price that will attract buyers and meet your financial goals. Being upfront and honest, I provide you with a break down of closing costs and the anticipated net amount to you at closing, so you can make future plans based on realistic figures. Of course, I will share with you my marketing plan as well as all of the great advertising opportunities my company has to offer. Communication is key, so I am always here to answer your questions and address your concerns.
For buyers: Making such a large purchase can be overwhelming. To put you at ease, I go over your housing needs, areas of interest, and budget. If you need assistance finding a lender or loan program, I have connections with several lenders who can help you find the program that works best for you. Staying within your parameters, we will explore your many choices until we find just the right property for you. Taking you through the process of making an offer, applying for a loan, getting a home inspection and finding an attorney, is all part of my job. Making your home buying experience as painless as possible and seeing you happy in your new home is my goal.
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"Bought a town house through her a couple years ago. She was very helpful in getting the best deal..."
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"Bought a town house through her a couple years ago. She was very helpful in getting the best deal I could, showed me many properties always made her schedule fit in to my schedule. Mostly she found a deal with the VA (that I was not aware of) and saved me $10,000.00, can't ask for much more than that..."
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Hey first time buyers...Illinois Housing Development Authority is offering up to $7500 cash assistance for down payment and closing costs. Competi...
Are you sinking in an underwater mortgage? If you owe more to the mortgage company than the current value of your home, don't be discouraged. I ...
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"James has great communication skills and stays on top of your deal. He works with the other side..."
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"James has great communication skills and stays on top of your deal. He works with the other side to resolve issues before they become huge problems. Had our closing right at his office here in Orland. Really convenient."
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Our office is hiring an administrative assistant....needs good computer skills....hours are 9-5 Monday through Friday....Call Doug Carpenter at (708) 460-4700.
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Our office is hiring an administrative assistant....needs good computer skills....hours are 9-5 Monday through Friday....Call Doug Carpenter at (708) 460-4700.
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If predictions are correct, the real estate market boom is over and we are returning to a normal market. This means more inventory, longer market time and seller's who need to sell will be looking for that edge. If you can show them how your services will assist their Realtor in selling their...
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If predictions are correct, the real estate market boom is over and we are returning to a normal market. This means more inventory, longer market time and seller's who need to sell will be looking for that edge. If you can show them how your services will assist their Realtor in selling their property faster and for more money, you will get business.
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I usually give the client 4-5 brochures from various home inspection companies and let them do the shopping. If the client is happy with their choice and I feel they did a thorough job, I will included them in my future buyer packets. A good home inspector can move through the property in a...
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I usually give the client 4-5 brochures from various home inspection companies and let them do the shopping. If the client is happy with their choice and I feel they did a thorough job, I will included them in my future buyer packets. A good home inspector can move through the property in a couple of hours, point out things of concern or items that need to be addressed, and provide a report either same day or next day.
I love Halloween. One of my favorite holidays. We do offer treats for anyone who stops by our office. Unfortunately, dressing for the holiday would not go over big with my clients.
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I love Halloween. One of my favorite holidays. We do offer treats for anyone who stops by our office. Unfortunately, dressing for the holiday would not go over big with my clients.
Updating a kitchen or bath does improve marketability in a property, but it is the little decorating touches that really "Wow" the buyer and make them want to put in an offer. Without furniture, even an updated home can be plain. Staging really will make the offers come in quickly and for...
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Updating a kitchen or bath does improve marketability in a property, but it is the little decorating touches that really "Wow" the buyer and make them want to put in an offer. Without furniture, even an updated home can be plain. Staging really will make the offers come in quickly and for more money.
When working with a foreclosed or bank owned property, there will always be an addendum to the the contract. Many times they are not filled out. The reasoning is that they want to be sure your clients understand what will be required of them prior to accepting the offer. Have your client...
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When working with a foreclosed or bank owned property, there will always be an addendum to the the contract. Many times they are not filled out. The reasoning is that they want to be sure your clients understand what will be required of them prior to accepting the offer. Have your client review it with their attorney before signing. Just so you know, if your client does not agree to all terms, they will not get the property. If you change anything in the addendum, they will not get the property. Once you submit the addendum signed and they accept your offer, they will complete the addendum and send it to you for signatures again and request earnest money. I usually get the addendum ahead of time (sometimes they have it in additional items on the MLS) and let them read through it and talk to their attorney. If their attorney is an experience real estate attorney, they have seen these before and can put your clients at ease. Basically if your clients are uncomfortable, stop looking at bank owned properties and stick to traditional sales instead.
Each customer is different. Although they all wish to sell or buy, their motivation is different and so are their needs. Listening to what is important to them and then tailoring my services to those needs, earns trust. No one wants to be a number. They want personal service.
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Each customer is different. Although they all wish to sell or buy, their motivation is different and so are their needs. Listening to what is important to them and then tailoring my services to those needs, earns trust. No one wants to be a number. They want personal service.
Fred: The seller's attorney is usually in charge of ordering the surveys for our transactions. You may wish to target them in your advertising. Being able to get the job done quickly and correctly may be a good pitch.
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Fred: The seller's attorney is usually in charge of ordering the surveys for our transactions. You may wish to target them in your advertising. Being able to get the job done quickly and correctly may be a good pitch.
Pre-qualify them to determine their motivation. If they do not have a strong desire to buy in a specific time frame, you may be wasting your time.
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Pre-qualify them to determine their motivation. If they do not have a strong desire to buy in a specific time frame, you may be wasting your time.