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Why..... should the buyer do a final walkthrough? A final walk through is very important to all buyers because it's your last chance to inspect the property before closing. Even if my buyers don't have the time to perform it themselves, or out of town... my job as their agent is to perform it on behalf of them. The main purpose of the walk-through inspection is to protect yourself and your future property from sellers that may not have lived up to the terms of the contract If the seller has not, you want to know about it in advance of the closing so remedies (both monetary and otherwise) can be agreed upon before money changes hands. . Usually during the initial inspection, I advise my clients to take pictures, so there is no misunderstanding as to what the house looked like when the clients saw the home last. As your agent, I always try to arrange for the final walk through the day or two before the real estate closing, Additionally, if possible I do another walk through right before the closing. It is important to check out the condition of the house right before the closing. We want to make sure that the sellers have completely moved out and that the house is in "broom clean" condition if that what the contract states. In some contracts I have noted that instead of broom clean, it is stated that the home needs to be professionally cleaned. Additionally, we will be checking to make sure that any appliances, light fixtures, built ins, blinds etc. that are supposed to stay with the house (per the written contract) are still in the house and work properly. I flush all the toilets and run the water in all the faucets. It is important to check that the pipes are not leaking. Next it is important to look to see if there was any accidental damage done to the house when the sellers moved out, like a a scratched hardwood floor, a broken storm door etc. If the water is turned off or the electricity is off and you can't check the appliances - this needs to be addressed. During my last closing, the seller turned off the gas too early. The gas company had to be contacted to turn the gas back on in order for the buyer to test the oven and fireplace. During the final walk through, please bring all your paperwork with you. This should include your sales contract, any addendum(s) to the sales contract and inspection records. If any requested repair work was done to the home due to the inspection period, this is the time we check to see if it was actually done It's better to raise any objections during the walk through than wait until the closing. If any items are missing or anything has been left behind that should not have been, I rather address them right after the final walkthrough. At the closing, the seller's attorney should have any necessary receipts and warranties for repair work done, to give to your attorney.
If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 The above information regarding was provided by Judy Greenberg, Buffalo Grove Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Judy's websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and www.judygreenberg.com will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller! Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs.
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Buffalo Grove realtor discusses the 3 w's of a final walk through
0 comments • Judy Greenberg- Coldwell Banker- Buffalo Grove- Long Grove • September 30 2009 11:23PMTall Oaks, Kildeer- New listing at 21928 Tall Oaks
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The above information regarding was provided by Judy Greenberg, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (Chicago Northwest Suburbs)
Judy's websites, www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and www.buffalogrovehomes.com provide all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller. If you are a first time home buyer trying to determine how much you can afford, or an experienced buyer who is selling your home, Judy can help you with all your real estate needs . As a seller you benefit from Judy's savvy internet marketing skills and strong negotiating skills, and as a buyer you benefit from her passion for finding you your perfect home!
Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to Arlington Heights, Long Grove, Kildeer, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills, and Wheeling Illinois
2 comments • Judy Greenberg- Coldwell Banker- Buffalo Grove- Long Grove • July 22 2009 11:09PMLong Grove Realtor-Buying a home in Long Grove- 5 tips in finding the right Long Grove realtor
Long Grove Realtor- Finding the best one for you!
•1. Choose a Long Grove Realtor that best suits your personality!
By sitting down face to face with a Long Grove prospective agent, you can really gauge how well the dynamic between the two of you works. It is incredibly important to choose an agent who makes you feel exrtremely comfortable since you will be spending many of the next waking hours with this person.
To learn more about me we can either meet for coffee- I like Dunkin Donuts better than Starbucks, but I never refuse a good latte, we can chat on the phone, or you can read a few of my blog posts at www.judygreenberg.com.
•2. Choose a Long Grove realtor you trust!
There are certain professions where trust is of the utmost importance and included in this list is realtors. A good realtor is someone who you know will do his or her best for you.
No -brainer! The high level of integrity and complete honesty bred into me enable you to put your trust in me to help YOU with your next real estate purchase. I will provide you a list of my past clients in order for them to give you a good idea of how I operate. A great percentage of my business is referral based.
•3. Choose a full- time Long Grove realtor
These days, it seems that almost everyone's a realtor. Some realtors do it as a hobby, and some do it as a full time job. I do it almost 24/7. By hiring a full time realtor, you help assure that their search for your new home is full time as well. During your search for the perfect home, a realtor will be looking for the home on the multiple listing service that meets all of your criteria.
I go beyond that. Many times when I have a buyer in a specific price range and they can't find a home that they are truly in love with, I go the extra step. I ask the realtors in my office, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, if anyone has a listing that they know that is coming on the market soon. If this networking proves unsuccessful, I take it one step further and ask my close friends and colleagues I trust in the other offices in town to see if they know of any listing that is going to meet the needs of my buyers. Although inventory is high, and you are probably laughing to yourself that a person can't find a home in today's market, many times the best homes do not even hit the market
•4. Choose a Long Grove realtor that wants what you want.
Will your realtor listen to your needs and wants and understand that during this process your needs will change.
It took me 2 years to find my dream home, so I completely understand! I work hard to ensure each move and home purchase/sale is as smooth and pleasant as it can be. Buying a home can be stressful, so my goal is to take some of that stress away.
•5. Choose a local Long Grove realtor.
It is important to choose a realtor who knows the area like the back of her hand. Your realtor should be completely versed in the schools, subdivisions,school districts, boundary lines, commuting, type of water the home uses, conservancy laws, etc
Let me give you an example. Suppose a school district changed boundaries within the last few years. Many listing realtors are relying on old school information, and submitting incorrect schools or incorrect spelling of schools on the MLS sheets. This is happening more frequently today, especially with the influx of foreclosures and bank owned property on the market. The seller's bank hires the Realtor and this realtor may live and work hours from the property. If a buyer's realtor does not know the area, they will incorrectly rely on the listing agents mistakes.
When you are negotiating on behalf of your client, it is always better to be the one who is more knowledgeable about the area. If you are representing the buyer and the seller won't budge on the price, you always have the advantage if you have seen the inside of the comparables and the reason that they sold for the price they did. A local realtor has the upper hand in the negotiations.
If you would like more information about Long Grove, Illinois, please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435/ The above information regarding was provided by Judy Greenberg, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Judy's websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and www.judygreenberg.com will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller! Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to Long Grove.
0 comments • Judy Greenberg- Coldwell Banker- Buffalo Grove- Long Grove • May 27 2009 10:20PMRealtor who specializes in Adlai Stevenson High School in Homes
Are you looking for a home in Adlai Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire? Many of my clients from all over the world email me that they want to live in District 125, the Stevenson High School District.
Whether you have children or not, buying a home in a community with good schools is very important. Well regarded schools increase property values and add to the desirability of a community.
In the recent October edition of Chicago Magazine, Adlai E. Stevenson High school located in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs fared extremely well. According to the article Stevenson Highschool, pays its teachers better than most Chicago- area schools and also spends more per student than most schools. More importantly, the magazine article also places spending in context, comparing school spending with ACT results. In that regard, Stevenson Highschool also does well, testing better than many other schools that also spend on the higher range per student.
It appears from the article that Stevenson Highschool is using its dollars wisely. Their average ACT score for 2007 was 25.6, compared to the state average of 20.3. The Chicago Sun- Times' analysis of 2007 ISBE School report card data also exemplified these findings and recently reported that Stevenson High school was rated 6th in the state using test scores as one of their measures.
Another important statistic about the school it that its Advanced Placement program is among the nation's best. More than 20 AP classes are available and SHS regularly leads the Midwest region in AP participation and has ranked in the top five worldwide.
Students who live in certain areas of Lincolnshire, Buffalo Grove, Long Grove attend Stevenson Highschool if they are included in the school's district boundaries. A small percentage of Vernon Hills, Riverwoods, Lake Zurich and Hawthorn Woods residents also attend Stevenson. The Junior High feeder schools include Woodlawn Junior High(District 96), Aptakistic Junior High(District 102), Daniel Wright Junior High (District 103) and portions of West Oak Junior High and Fremont Junior High Schools( District 76).
Schools are often the backbone of the community. Stevenson is included annually in the School Watch and School Match listings of schools that offer features most sought by parents As both a realtor and mother of 3 boys teenage boys, I understand the value of a good education and the challenges of finding the right educational match. Please check out my website www.buffalogrovehomes.com to find additional links to school web pages, school activities and just about anything you need to do your due diligence on your quest to determine the best local area schools.
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If you are considering a move to Chicago Northwest Suburbs, you owe it to yourself to talk with Judy Greenberg at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Whether you want to rent for a couple of years in the Stevenson High School District or buy your dream home, I'll be happy to help!
call me at 847-602-5435
0 comments • Judy Greenberg- Coldwell Banker- Buffalo Grove- Long Grove • March 18 2009 07:17PMColdwell Banker 10 day home sales Event- Royal Melbourne listing in Long Grove open from 1-4 October 12th
Let me introduce Coldwell Banker's National 10 day home sales event.... If you are looking for a great buy on a great home in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
Hundreds of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage homes will be offered at specially-reduced prices from October 10 - October 19. In order to participate in this event, seller's have reduced their price by 10 percent.... Don't miss this unique opportunity to find a new home during this unprecedented home sales event.
During this national promotion a comprehensive list of participating home can be found on ColdwellBankerOnline.com. If you are looking for a spectacular home in the Long Grove area, my seller in Royal Melbourne is participating in this unbelievable event....
Contact Judy Greenberg at 847-602-5435 today to find a home during this phenomenal sales event. Homes in all price ranges, as well as foreclosures and reo's are included in this sale
If you want more information regarding other activities happenning in the Long Grove real estate market this fall or winter, please do not hesitate to call me or check out my websites at www.buffalogroveareahomes.com or www.buffalogrovehomes.com or www.movetolonggrove.com
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