Buffalo Grove Real Estate
Buffalo Grove Real Estate Housing Market Statistics for February 2010!
March 12, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
This is the latest Market Data Report for Buffalo Grove Homes from RANWC Year to Date:
22 homes were sold through February 2010 verses 15 homes in 2009 which is a 46.7% increase
The Average sale price through February 2010 is $311,364 verses $353,660 which is
down 12.5%
The Medium sale price through February 2010 is $292,000 verses $267,000 in 2009 which is up 9.3%.
The attached chart shows the market statistics for detached homes and highlights the surrounding towns closest to Buffalo Grove.
The good news is that lower price range is moving up which is expected. The first time buyer is leading the market and is serious about purchasing as we do not for see the tax credit being extended again. The move up buyer is the market that is hardest hit and will take longer to recover.
In the next several weeks The Sharron Kelley Team will be introducing a new program that will help our clients attract new buyers to their homes and will be exclusive to our team. For more information please contact me at 847-465-3638. Until next time have a great month.
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Buffalo Grove Real Estate
Tax Information From Our In House Buffalo Grove Lender
March 8, 2010 by Alicia · Leave a Comment
Leveraging tax refunds to make more sales
It’s time again for that annual right of passage when we all file our income taxes. It’s predicted that almost 70% of taxpayers will get a refund this year. That means that over the next 60 days about $230 billion in tax refunds will start hitting households in our area. It seems appropriate that this week we would discuss a few ways to leverage this annual phenomena to help you to sell more real estate and for me to make more mortgages.
Timing is everything:
It’s a buyer’s market out there. Prices are at the lowest levels that we’ve seen in some time. The supply currently exceeds the demand so there is a lot of inventory available giving a buyer a vast array of selections to choose. Couple that with my incredibly low interest rates and you have a winning combination. But wait there’s more. If your buyers act quickly and ratify a contract as late as April 30th, 2010 first time buyers can receive up to $8000 and move up buyers can still take advantage of up to $6,500. I have some wonderful flyers that explain the tax credit in easy to understand language.
Sphere of Influence:
Start by mailing or emailing your sphere of influence to tell them about the advantages of purchasing now. Ask your friends to forward your information on to their friends and leverage the people that know you.
2009 Buyers and Sellers:
Mail every person that closed with you last year a copy of their closing statement to assist them in completing their taxes. Many of the costs associated with buying a house are tax deductible, so a copy of the closing statement is a must. Include a letter asking for more referrals. You might even get a local accountant to defray some of the cost of your mailing if you also include their contact information in the letter.
Past Buyers and Sellers:
It’s easy to watch the news and believe that real estate has screeched to a halt, but that simply isn’t the case. Educate your past consumers that now is the perfect time to take advantage of tax credits for moving-up, refinancing with lower interest rates or buying that 2nd home or investment property that they have always talked about. Even if they want to buy in another market you can place a referral with your relocation department and get paid when they buy in another market.
Renters:
A lot of people who rent simply don’t know that they can buy. I still have programs with low to no down payment options and programs for people with credit scores as low as 600. In case you were curious myfico.com reports that only 15% of Americans have a score below 600. I would be happy to work with you to create some mailing pieces that show the difference between renting and buying and how someone could leverage their tax refund.
Go high-tech:
Do you Blog, Twitter, or participate on Facebook? If you do, use this as a forum to get the word out about the great opportunities that they have buying and selling real estate with you. Talk about leveraging a tax refund to buy and the advantages of creating wealth in real estate.
Are you looking for more ideas or help implementing some of the ones above? I’m here to help!!! I would love to partner with you in getting the word out that people need to work with us. Individually we are great but together we are unstoppable. Henry Ford said it best, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”
The Sharron Kelley Team received this great from our in house lender at Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove. She always provides us with great information that is useful for everyone. If you have any questions she is always available to talk.
Cindy Hinchman
Mortgage Advisor
847 571-1773
856 917-1226 Fax
cindy.hinchman@mortgagefamily.com
Please feel free to contact us with any questions as well 847-465-3638 or email us at sharron@northernillinoishomes.com. You can visit our website at www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com
Buffalo Grove Real Estate
My Experience as a Buffalo Grove Realtor at Coldwell Banker
March 5, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
In 2009 I made the decision to move my business from Re/Max to Coldwell Banker. The services and professionalism of Coldwell Banker was extremely appealing and it was time for me to make a change.
With 25 years of experience, and team to back me up, I put all of my efforts into marketing and sales on my new venture with Coldwell Banker. I am happy to be able to share with my fellow realtors and friends my accomplishment for 2009 with Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove.
Thanks to all of my past clients, friends and family, I was able to make a move and finish off as the #1 agent at Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove and the #3 Agent in the Northwest Region. It was an honor to receive this letter from Bruce Zipf.
Letter From NRT of Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove!
Dear Sharron:
I am writing to commend you on your exceptionally strong finish to 2009 which earned
you a place among NRT’s Top 1,000 Sales Associates for the fourth quarter of 2009.
This ranks you among the top 2% of the entire company’s sales force. In fact, you placed number 388 amongst our top sales associates. We have approximately 46,000 sales associates across all NRT brands. Not only is this a huge accomplishment from a financial performance perspective, it is also a tremendous testament to your strong commitment to the real estate profession. You have made the entire NRT family very proud.
The momentum generated by this remarkable achievement provides the perfect platform
from which to take advantage of the many market opportunities ahead of us and I am confident
your success will continue in the coming year.
Your dedication to the company during the most challenging economic climate in a generation has served you and the company well and I thank you for your commitment, perseverance and loyalty. I am proud to count you among the NRT elite and wish you all the best in your future success.
Sincerely,
Bruce Zipf
Buffalo Grove Real Estate
Vernon Hills: Short Sale in Bay Tree of Gregg’s Landing For Sale
March 1, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
www.469BayTree.com
Fabulous 3 Bedroom, 3.1 Bathroom Townhouse in Bay Tree of Gregg’s Landing in Vernon Hills. This Great Townhouse has a full finished walk out basement with a full bathroom.
The living room features new hardwood floors and a fireplace. The gourmet kitchen is fabulous with granite countertops, 42” raised cabinets and all stainless steel appliances.
The master suite is huge and has a large walk in closet and luxury bathroom. This great short sale in Vernon Hills and is close to Hawthorn Mall, Restaurants and feeds into Hawthorn Schools and Vernon Hills High School.
Vernon Hills, Illinois
- Vernon Hills – http://www.vernonhills.org/
- Hawthorn District 73 – http://www.hawthorn73.org/
- Diamond Lake District 76 – http://www.d76.lake.k12.il.us/
- Lincolnshire District 103 – http://www.district103.k12.il.us/
- Buffalo Grove District 96 – http://www.district96.k12.il.us/
- Libertyville H.S. Dst 128 – http://www.district128.org/
- Stevenson High School – http://www.district125.k12.il.us/
- College of Lake County – http://www.clcillinois.edu/
Vernon Hills Schools:
Buffalo Grove Real Estate
Buffalo Grove Short Sale, What You Need to Know!
February 26, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
www.501Arborgate.com
We recently reduced the price of this great ranch home in Strathmore of Buffalo Grove. In this market it is very common to see homes come on the market as a Short Sale. We want to let you know how short sales benefit the Sellers, Buyers and the Lenders.
We have found great information that was posted by Bankrate.com which explains the benefits for all parties involved. Here is a quote from the article:
Short sale: Win-win-win situation!
“The beauty of short sales is that they can be a win-win-win situation for seller, buyer and lender. Here’s how:
The seller gets out of the mortgage liability without facing bankruptcy.
The buyer gets the home at a reduced price.
The lender agrees to a loss it considers minimal without going through a foreclosure and being saddled with an unsalable property.
While it may seem surprising that lenders would agree to accept less than what they are owed, they benefit from the process, too.”
To View the Entire Article and For Great Information
This beautiful ranch home in Strathmore of Buffalo Grove is a lose for our seller, but it will be a wonderful gain for the right buyer.
This home has been recently updated and is located adjacent to a park and feeds into great schools.
www.district96.k12.il.us/
www.d125.org/
Strathmore in Buffalo Grove is a desirable area and is located near, restaurant’s like Buffalo Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor, deli’s such as Dorfler’s Meat Market, Montessori school’s: Montessori World of Discovery, Eskape for entertainment and so much more. This gorgeous home is a must see, contact us to view this home.
The Sharron Kelley Team knows the Buffalo Grove area and we know how to get homes sold. If you are looking to buy or sell in the Lake County Illinois Area contact us at 847-465-3638 or email us sharron@northernillinoishomes.com
You can visit our website at www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com or www.SharronKelley.com for more information on our current listings and see how we get homes SOLD!
Buffalo Grove Real Estate
Buffalo Grove Realtor: Tips From The Sharron Kelley Team!
February 21, 2010 by Sharron · Leave a Comment
Top 10 Reasons to List with The Sharron Kelley Team!
Listing With The Number 1 Agent at Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove
1. Education and Experience: We work as a team to get the job done. Our team consists of 3 full time agents and 2 administrative and marketing associates.
2. Neighborhood Knowledge: We provide you with realistic and up-to-date advice on the current market conditions. We have the knowledge and ability to properly price your property to sell quickly!
3. Negotiation Skills: We are confident that our team can get the highest sale price for your home. When you price your home to compete in today’s market, you know your bottom line will be met when you list with our team.
4. Comprehensive Multi-Level Marketing Plan: Through agent tours, blast emails, newspaper ads, virtual tours, direct mail marketing and placement in local and national real estate publications, we are able to give your home exposure on 50 plus websites.
5. Honesty, Ethics and a Proven Track Record: Just ask and we will provide you with personal references including phone numbers and client surveys from past clients.
6. We are Internet Savvy: Our website www.northernillinoishomes.com attracts buyers from all over the country, from people relocating to our area that have to move and new home buyers. Your house is being marketed and viewed 24/7. We provide you with reports showing you how many times your home has been viewed online from websites such as; realtor.com, MLS, tour factory, trulia, agency logic which provides you with your own www.address and more.
7. Outstanding Communication and Follow-up Skills: Someone from our staff is available for you talk to every day of the week. With regards to showings, we contact all agents that show your home and get feedback to pass on to you via email so you receive information immediately.
8. Our Network: We work with a team of inspectors, attorneys and lenders that provide you with the utmost of service and expertise just like we do.
9. Free Home Staging Consultation When you List with “The Sharron Kelley Team”: A proven strategy to Maximize the return on your investment is to make your home The Home people want to buy. We bring in a home stager to help you get your home sold, and it is FREE!
10. We Are Experts in Making the Process of Selling Your Home Easy: If you want a smooth transaction, put us to work Now, and let’s make the of sale of your home a “Win-Win” situation today!
If you are looking for Buffalo Grove Real Estate or any home in the Northwest Suburbs of Lake County Illinois contact The Sharron Kelley Team by calling at 847-465-3638 or email us at sharron@northernillinoishomes.com
You can visit our website at www.NorthernIllinoisHomes.com or www.SharronKelley.com for more information on our current listings and see how we get homes SOLD!
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