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Consulting a REALTOR®

The following is a list of services you can expect to receive from a REALTOR® when you buy a home:

• A REALTOR® will fully explain the details of your working relationship (called "agency") so that you are clear as to when a REALTOR® is working for you or for the seller.
• A REALTOR® has access to hundreds of current listings of homes for sale because of a co- operative system called the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®).
• A REALTOR® can provide you with a customized list of homes that best meet your needs -- size, style, features, location, proximity to schools, shopping, etc. - and then make arrangements for you to view those homes that appeal to you the most.
• A REALTOR® will help you determine how big a home you can afford.
REALTORs® are familiar with the local lending market and can offer helpful advice.
• A REALTOR® has no emotional ties to any type or style of home and can be objective in pointing out the merits of one home over another.
• A REALTOR® will have information on zoning changes, taxes, utility costs and school and recreation services that could affect your decision to buy a home in a specific area.
• A REALTOR® will assist you in negotiating the terms of your purchase, which can be a nerve- wracking process for someone who is not experienced in negotiating.
• A REALTOR® will advise you of the legal process required in obtaining title and taking possession of your property; the costs associated with buying a home such as insurance, mortgage registration and legal fees will be explained in detail.

Selling Your Home - Why it Pays to Use a REALTOR®

Before selling your home, you will need a clear understanding of the legal issues and potential pitfalls. One wrong action could result in a lot of cost and frustration, which is why it is essential to have a REALTOR® working with you, as he or she will make the sale of your home a successful and satisfying experience.

REALTORS® use the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) to give your home maximum exposure. MLS® is a computer-based system that relays valuable information about your home to hundreds of REALTORS® and potential homebuyers.

Setting a price for your home is an important but difficult process. Again, this is where the services of a REALTOR® prove invaluable. REALTORS® have the experience to help you understand how the market works and decide upon a realistic price that meets your goals. REALTORS® also pre-screen potential buyers to make sure only those who are serious and financially qualified view your home.

REALTORS® will also develop a marketing plan to help your property receive maximum exposure. This will likely include placing your home on the MLS® system and placing a "For Sale" sign on the front lawn. The plan will likely also include arranging open houses for other REALTORS® and potential buyers, and developing advertisements and feature sheets/mailers to market your home.

Once you have accepted an offer to buy your home, your REALTOR® will help ensure that all the proper paperwork is completed. He or she will also make sure that both parties meet the necessary conditions outlined in the agreement.

When you work with a REALTOR® you will likely get a better price for your home than if you try to sell it yourself. Apart from the financial benefits, however, there is an extra measure of comfort and security that comes from having a REALTOR® on your side. Remember that REALTORS® are governed by a code of ethics and standards of business practice. 

As a knowledgeable Realtor, I am dedicated to ensuring that buyers and sellers have the best experience while pursuing their real estate goals. With 21 years of experience in the industry, I have continually demonstrated great determination to offer excellent customer service, treating all my clients with care and respect, communicating with them regularly, and always availing myself to answer any questions they may have. These attributes have earned me respect and recognition among my peers and seen me voted as the Best Local Realtor in 2021 by Forward Rhinelander.

I am a proud member of the Northwoods Association of Realtors®, Wisconsin Association of Realtors®, and National Association of Realtors®. I am also a former Director of the Northwoods Association of Realtors®. As such, I stand out as an invaluable resource for clients who seek reliable, accurate, and up-to-date information to help them make the right choices. I strive to advise, educate, and guide buyers and families to find their perfect homes and build generational wealth. I draw on my expert negotiation skills refined over two decades worth of transactions to negotiate a good deal within their budget range. As an ambitious and goal-oriented marketer, I go all out to assist sellers in selling their property listings for the highest prices possible within their desired turnaround time. For me, there is nothing more satisfying and rewarding than seeing the smiles on my clients’ faces when I help them turn their real estate dreams into reality.

Throughout my career, I have worked nearly in every position in the industry, working my way from the ground up. I have truly amassed an incredible wealth of knowledge and understanding of every component of buying or selling a home and everything that happens behind the scenes. I pride myself on having helped countless families, investors, and individuals achieve their dream of homeownership. This experience informed my decision to form People First Realty Group, a real estate company focused on quality and putting the People before the quantity of sales.

I am complimented most for my excellent work ethic and responsive nature, which have allowed clients to feel comfortable and have peace of mind, knowing that I will walk with them from the start and even after the transaction. My focus on building relationships has enabled me to understand my clients’ needs and given me the pleasure of working with repeat and referral clients. When I’m not busy chasing my clients’ real estate goals, I enjoy spending time with my husband and children, learning new things, and investing my time in the communities that I serve.