I bring results to clients wherever their buying and selling goals take them. Stefanie began her career doing real estate development and within two years she was managing the entire sales team for multiple large-scale real estate development projects worth over $100 million each. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Architecture from Miami University in Ohio, as well as having grown up in a real estate family and having over 16 years of experience, Stefanie’s extensive knowledge and expertise exceed expectations. A top producer in Chicago, over 90% of Stefanie’s business is from referrals. Clients seek her advice because of her dedication, meticulous work ethic, extensive market expertise and highly effective negotiation skills. Her compassionate nature and easy accessibility make communication relaxed and efficient. To say that Real Estate in Chicago is her calling, is an understatement; it truly has become one of the great loves of her life! Stefanie began her career doing real estate development and within 2 short years, she was managing the entire sales team for multiple large-scale real estate development projects worth over $100 million each. The condominium buildings were in River North, the Gold Coast and the downtown Loop. After completing these developments, with great success, Stefanie felt the desire to get back to the basics and focus on the clients that made each of these developments a success. Highly professional, Stefanie has a full time staff that works hand in hand with each client, guiding them through the multi-faceted nature of today’s real estate market, thus enabling a seamless experience from the first showing to closing. In her personal time, Stefanie enjoys serving on the school board, running and spending time with her three children, husband, friends and family.
Stefanie Lavelle 312.909.9840 mobile 773.394.4708 direct stefanie@lavellegroup.com lavellegroup.com
the Lavelle Group operations BRIDGET SMITH DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Bridget is passionate about all things real estate. While focused on growing The Lavelle Group, her priority is to ensure that all of its clients have a superior experience while meeting their real estate goals. Originally from NYC, Bridget always knew that Chicago was the best place to raise her family. Now as a long-time resident of Avondale, Bridget has seen firsthand the revitalizing impact real estate can have on her community. Bringing an elite, customer focused background of working hand-in-hand with clients, Bridget is an invaluable asset to The Lavelle Group. Her unsurpassed value can be seen daily as she strives to always go above and beyond, thinking outside of the box on the next best way to run the team, it’s agents and real estate partners.
VERONICA CAVAZOS OPERATIONS MANAGER Veronica has been in real estate since 2006, working for several independent brokers before joining The Lavelle Group in 2019. These varied experiences give her a broad understanding of the Chicago real estate industry and extensive experience in the home sale process for vastly different property types and clientele. Her foremost responsibility is client care, she’s committed to supporting the team, making their ability to service their clients her top priority. She oversees all active property files, spearheads marketing efforts and coordinates the scheduling of all necessary resources in the management of each listing. She’s especially good at overseeing the intricate contract process from signing through attorney review and mortgage acquisition to ensure that every transaction makes it smoothly to closing. Veronica has a strong work ethic, superior organizational skills and she prides herself in making every client’s move an enjoyable experience.
expert listing / showing agents JACKIE GALLAGHER SHOWING ASSISTANT & LICENSED BROKER Jackie is a Chicago native and a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in business management. She was born and raised in the real estate industry with her mother being a successful realtor for over 20 years. Real estate has always been a passion for Jackie, and she has spent the last few years learning everything about the business. She is a hard worker and dedicated to advising her clients with the utmost integrity. Jackie is a resident of the Lincoln Park/Lakeview border and specializes on the North side of the city. Her background makes her an incredible resource and advisor in assisting her clients through the challenges and excitement of buying or selling their home.
KIERA PARK SHOWING ASSISTANT & LICENSED BROKER Kiera received her Bachelor’s in Communication from the University of Colorado, Boulder and moved to Los Angeles where she successfully practiced real estate. She recently moved back to Chicago to continue in the industry. As someone who has lived in the city for 25 years, she knows the ins and outs of the city neighborhoods, as well as the suburbs. She loves the diversity of architecture throughout the Chicago neighborhoods. As part of a high performing team, Kiera provides the best service to her clients by focusing on their individual needs and bringing the best support to them. She loves working in real estate because it gives her great joy to see her client’s gratification after committing to one of life’s biggest investments. In her free time, Kiera enjoys summertime at the beach, attending work out classes at the Chicago Athletic Club and discovering new restaurants and places in the city.
licensed brokers LINDA NEUMAN LICENSED BROKER Linda brings years of experience and exceptional problem solving skills to @ properties after successfully running a non-profit organization for 18 years. Known for her gentle manner but tough negotiating skill, Linda astutely evaluates the needs of her clients while working diligently to protect and guide them through the many moving parts of buying, selling or renting. As a Chicagoland native, Linda has purchased many homes and has recently done complete gut-rehabs on a Lincoln Park high-rise condominium as well as a worker’s cottage in the Old Town triangle historic district. She understands and respects the value of money and particularly enjoys helping first-time buyers as well as empty nesters.
CAREY WALLING LICENSED BROKER Carey is originally from Chicago’s North Shore, and has resided in various neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago for the past 15+ years. After graduating from Syracuse University, she spent 13 years as an elementary and special education teacher. Her experience as an educator highlights her compassion for others, and the personalized commitment she takes with navigating clients through the process of buying, selling or leasing a home. Carey developed her passion for real estate while buying and renovating her home in Lincoln Park, and joined @properties to lend her experience and desire to assist others searching for a home. Outside of serving clients, Carey is a foodie who enjoys reading, yoga, running and spending time with her friends and family, including her English bulldog.
the benefits of working with a team 1. Showings • Always available to meet the buyers for all showings • A wealth of information about every Chicago neighborhood • Always well educated on each home for instant answers to any questions a buyer may have • Immediate feedback after the showing and follow up feedback requests in the days after the showing 2. Seasoned Negotiators • Competitive drive to ensure that sellers are able to sell their property for top dollar • Neighborhood specific experience ensures thorough knowledge of recent sales to support our asking price and counteroffers • Out of the box and creative offer structure options to ensure a deal is made with the sellers best interests in mind 3. Contract-to-Closing • Hands-on advice and guidance every step of the way to guarantee the smoothest transaction possible • Constant communication with sellers, lenders, and attorneys has proven to be the best way to have a streamlined transaction 4. Vendor Recommendations • From stagers, attorneys, movers, contractors, and more—the Lavelle Group has a fine-tuned list of reliable vendor recommendations 5. Post-Closing Communication • Our relationship doesn’t end after the sale closes! The Lavelle Group is always available to advise or give recommendations for any post-closing needs!
we care about communication The Lavelle Group prides itself in understanding what’s important to you in selling your home. We will listen to your needs and assist you in making the right decisions that are backed by our expertise and experience. We believe the following are key to our success in communication. Setting expectations, being proactive, speaking candidly, and staying in touch – these simple but vital principles are behind the successful transactions we broker each and every day, as well as the outstanding reputation we enjoy in our real estate network throughout the Chicagoland area. Here are some of the communication measures that keep you informed before, during and after the sale. Welcome Letter: Upon listing your home, we will furnish you with a copy of the listing agreement as well as a letter recapping our sales and marketing process. Showing Feedback: We will provide feedback on showings according to the frequency and mode of communications you prefer. Weekly Check in Calls: We will reach out every Tuesday with an update on how the sale is going. @properties Seller Reports: We will provide a report that shows online activity for your home by day, week and month, including how many times your property was returned in search results and how many times it was viewed on the @properties website. This report also displays comparable listings, their price and status. Market Updates: You can elect to receive news and updates on the local real estate market through e-mail newsletters, sent monthly, and @properties Market Reports, updated daily. Client Satisfaction Survey: This important post-closing survey gages your satisfaction in several areas including our knowledge and professionalism, marketing services and negotiating skills. Ongoing Communication: Long after your home is sold, we are available to provide information and answer questions not only about the local real estate market but also about all things Chicago. Our internal broker network is an incredible resource when it comes to recommending home repair and maintenance contractors, professional service providers and neighborhood businesses. We are always just a phone call, text message or e-mail away.
awards and accolades
Top 100 of @properties agents
TOP PRODUCING TEAM by Chicago Association of Realtors 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 Ranked among the top 10% of ALL Chicagoland realtors by Chicago Association of Realtors
consistent results
2017
2018
2019
Total Production $16,982,507
Total Production $29,138,215
Total Production $25,813,435
Average Days on Market for All of My Listings 31
Average Days on Market for All of My Listings 27
Average Days on Market for All of My Listings 33
Average Percentage of List to Sold Ratio 99%
Average Percentage of List to Sold Ratio 99%
Average Percentage of List to Sold Ratio 99%
Average Percentage of List to Sold Price 99%
Average Percentage of List to Sold Price 98%
Average Percentage of List to Sold Price 98%
Managed multi-million dollar real estate offices and multiple development projects valued at over $100 million by age 30.
what clients are saying
Once you engage Stefanie she engages potential
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Stefanie is a complete pro. She assisted all the way
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buyers rather quickly. Stefanie knows the marketplace
from the emptying of my mom’s apartment to its
thoroughly and understands what will sell. She
renovation and ultimately to the moment of sale. She
understands when the home needs to be staged and
is wonderful with follow-up, well connected and an
how to go about it. She has many contacts that have
excellent negotiator.
proven to be most useful. Highly recommend her.
Gianni
Carmel
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We had an absolutely great experience with Stefanie
Stefanie Lavelle helped me sell two condos over the
and her team. She knew the market and suggested
past two years and I wouldn’t use anyone else as
a strategy that had our condo under contract in
my realtor. She is extremely hard working, patient,
less than 48 hours - with multiple offers and at a
communicative, and professional throughout the
sizable amount above list price. Her team was easy
entire process. She was on top of every issue that
to work with and made things easy with scheduling
came up during the sale and negotiated a great deal.
showings and other visits with our 17-month old. Her
I was very lucky to have her as my broker.
knowledge and guidance made what we expected
John
to be a long, stressful process into an easy, fast experience that got us a sale price above what
“
we expected.
Stefanie was excellent during the entire process.
David
She gave us invaluable advice when it came to setting the asking price, staging the house, conducting showings,
coordinating
our
open
house
and
negotiating our final contract. Plus she helped us sell our house in only a few weeks. We couldn’t have asked for anything more! Definitely recommend. Scott
For more reviews about Stefanie go to: lavellegroupchicago.com
Our selling experience with Stefanie was excellent. She had great understanding of our building, neighborhood, and how to attract potential buyers. Stefanie and her team did a phenomenal job photographing and marketing our condo, and we received an offer very close to our asking price in just 6 days! ‌ I would highly recommend Stefanie for buying or selling a home! Robert
three proven strategies for selling your home 1. Win the beauty contest Curb appeal is paramount when selling a property, but it isn’t about reinventing what your home is, it is about taking what is already great and presenting and highlighting those things in the best possible light. Each buyer is different, and what appeals to one may not appeal to the next. It is our job to make sure each prospective buyer who walks through the door is able to envision the life they will have after they purchase your home.
2. Win the price war As your agent, it would be a disservice to you to over-inflate the value of your home and suggest it will sell for tens of thousands of dollars more, just so a listing can be secured. I can secure your listing. Instead, The Lavelle Group will use all of our considerable resources to price your home accurately and aggressively with you to yield the highest price we can without sacrificing the perception of the value in the market. We will be able to analyze trends in your neighborhood and the surrounding area to understand and appraise your home’s value and work tirelessly to ensure you receive the best price.
3. Have tremendous exposure in the marketplace By choosing an @ properties agent, you will have access to the unsurpassed global resources and local market saturation of the No. 1 real estate brokerage in Chicago. It isn’t enough to market your property, you must market your property effectively. This means getting your home exposure where potential buyers will see it the most. Your home will first be professionally photographed to help entice buyers to take a closer look. It will then be featured prominently on the full range of home-buyer websites, including Trulia, Zillow and Yahoo Real Estate as well as having it’s own personal website to make your home easy to search for online and share. We will also be able to take advantage of our own in-house network of over 3,500 local agents, all of whom have clients eagerly looking to buy.
IT HAS BEEN OUR ABILITY TO CONSISTENTLY DO THESE THREE THINGS BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE WHICH HAS ALLOWED US TO CONSISTENTLY PERFORM IN THE TOP TIER OF AGENTS THROUGHOUT CHICAGOLAND AND HAS PUT US IN THE PERFECT POSITION TO PARTNER WITH YOU TO HELP SELL YOUR HOME.
why I work by referral “ I want you to know how much I appreciate you. I strive to build positive business relationships by working exclusively with people I admire and respect, and who value the service I provide. ”
RELATIONSHIPS
ARE
MORE
IMPORTANT
THAN
When you come across an opportunity, I appreciate you
TRANSACTIONS. You may have noticed that many real
referring me to great people like yourself, who would
estate agents take a transactional approach to sales –
benefit from the excellent service and personal attention
identifying clients, closing the deal and then moving on
I provide.
to the next one. We choose not to work that way because I believe you deserve more from the professionals you
SERVICE AFTER THE SALE. I devote myself to serving
decide to work with. That’s why I work by referral.
the needs of my clients before, during and after each sale. Instead of disappearing after the closing, you can
Since my primary source of new business is referrals
expect me to keep in touch. I will be sending valuable
from people who know and trust me, I don’t have to
information to you each month, and will also be calling
spend precious time prospecting and promoting myself.
from time to time just to check in and see if you
I can dedicate myself fully to the activities that benefit
need anything.
you most and always deliver truly exceptional service.
I hope you will turn to me for help with any of your real-estate-related needs because it is such a privilege
YOU CONTROL OUR BUSINESS. I know that I must earn
to work exclusively with people like you who I admire
your future referrals, so I aim to exceed your expectations.
and respect and who value the service I provide.
I have a vested interest in making sure that you are completely satisfied at the end of our transaction together. I want you to be so “fired-up” that you can’t wait to tell your friends and family about me and the fantastic service you received!
WORKING BY REFERRAL IS ALL ABOUT TRUST. A referral is someone who comes highly recommended and is already on my side.
@gives back @properties is a big believer in helping to build strong neighborhoods and communities. One way we do this is through the @gives back Community Fund, a 501(c)(3) that was created out of the desire to inspire charitable outreach and to support the city that has allowed @properties to continually grow and prosper. Each year, @gives back holds various fund raisers benefiting local organizations in the areas of education, homelessness, youth development and community. Past and present beneficiaries include Keith Relief, Noah’s Arc Foundation, Off The Street Club on Chicago’s West Side, Community Partnership for Affordable Housing, Street Level Youth Media, Camp of Dreams, Lincoln Park Community Shelter, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Deborah’s Place, Barrel of Monkeys Workshop, Lake County Cares, Youth Job Center, Edge Alliance and Thresholds. @gives back provides a platform for hundreds of brokers and members of the real estate community to get involved in philanthropic activities and to help make a positive impact on dozens of communities and thousands of lives throughout Chicagoland.
atproperties.com/atgivesback
a next generation brokerage ABOUT @PROPERTIES @properties was founded in 2000 by Mike Golden and Thad Wong. They envisioned a new brokerage where clients not only experienced the highest level of service, marketing and support, but where the next generation of real estate would be born. What began as a four person brokerage, has grown to over 1,400 agents with over $4 billion in annual sales, the #1 independent brokerage by sales volume and market share in Illinois, the #1 market share in the city of Chicago and second largest and fastest-growing market share on the North Shore. While other firms were reducing their size from 2009-2012, @properties expanded the company to include a strong and growing presence on the North Shore, bringing a staggering 400% market share growth in less than four years. Despite tremendous growth, @properties has successfully maintained its small feel, collaborative environment and commitment to being a local company that serves both client and community. Every resource developed, every dollar invested, our growth is founded on bringing maximum value to our clients. With markets in flux, we are a constant. Where others see challenge, we see opportunity: the opportunity to excel, to succeed, to grow, to serve.
@properties: a local leader In less than a decade, @properties became the #1 real estate brokerage firm in the city of Chicago and began expanding to the suburbs.
But for @properties, leading has far less to do with
Being
numbers and far more to do with innovation. Technology
It means moving the industry forward by sharing best
a
leader
also
comes
with
responsibility.
changes, markets change, expectations change. So we
practices, serving in positions of leadership with the
never stop changing. Innovation permeates everything
local REALTORSÂŽ association, and giving back to
we do, from building the most sophisticated website
the community.
to introducing new services to sourcing new marketing channels. Innovation is the heartbeat of our business.
#1 in home sales
#1 in luxury home sales
CHICAGOLAND
CHICAGOLAND
@properties
@properties
Coldwell Banker Residential
Coldwell Banker Residential
Baird & Warner
BHHS Koenig Rubloff
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total $ volume by brokerage ($1 million+)
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$5 billion
MARKETING STRATEGIES
strategic marketing & advertising activities
POST LISTING ON THE @PROPERTIES
JUST LISTED POSTCARDS
AGENT APP AND TOP AGENT NETWORK BROKER OPEN HOUSES AND PUBLIC ONLINE EXPOSURE ON TRULIA,
OPEN HOUSES WHEN APPROPRIATE
ZILLOW, AND REALTOR.COM WEEKLY @HOME REPORTS TO STAY PROPERTY ENOUNCEMENTS
ABREAST OF COMPETING PROPERTIES AND MARKET CONDITIONS
PROPERTY SPECIFIC WEB ADDRESS REVERSE PROSPECT SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISING FOLLOW UP WITH BUYER’S BROKER STAGE THE PROPERTY FOR
AFTER EACH SHOWING
PHOTOS AND SHOWINGS NETWORKING WITH OTHER TOP PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS
REAL ESTATE BROKERS
OF THE PROPERTY GENERATE POTENTIAL BUYERS FROM OTHER SPECIALIZED, CUSTOM BROCHURES
CUSTOM ‘FOR SALE’ SIGN WITH
SIMILAR PRICED LISTINGS IN THE AREA
ALWAYS AVAILABLE 24/7
PROPERTY WEB ADDRESS AND DIRECT BROKER CONTACT INFORMATION
ADWERX DIGITAL ADVERTISING
boutique photography STANDARD REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY
Your first showing is online. That’s why the #1 most important marketing tool for selling a home today is professional photography. In fact, homes marketed with photography are seven times more likely to be viewed online than comparable homes without photography and are perceived, on average, to be 12% more valuable. That’s why every single Lavelle Group listing includes a professional photography package, optimized for both print and web to show your home in the best possible light. The Lavelle Group provides unrivaled, high-end boutique photography for every listing to ensure the best features of your home are beautifully displayed to attract maximum interest from potential buyers. We also provide touch-ups for both interior and exterior images, and an unlimited photo count so special details of your home are not missed. This level of detail educates potential buyers and further differentiates your home from other properties in the marketplace.
• Professional Enhanced High Gloss Imagery • Unlimited Photo Count For Every Property OUR PHOTOGRAPHY
• Interior & Exterior Image Touched Up • Expedited Turnaround • Floor plans for homes over $500,000 • Video home tours available • High resolution photos • Optimized with proper size and format for print and online marketing • Distribution to multiple online websites including atproperties.com, Realtor.com, MLS (Multiple Listing Service), LuxuryPortfolio.com and YouTube among others. • Area map integration • Full screen slide show viewing
prepping for photography Here are some easy and inexpensive staging tips to consider:
DE-CLUTTER
MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR
Go through your home room by room and ask
If you live in a single-family home or townhome,
yourself what you can throw away and what you
maintain your lawn and landscaping. In winter,
can box up and put in storage. Pay extra attention
shovel and de-ice walkways. In a condominium,
to areas like closets, bookcases, shelves, and
pay attention to the area in front of the doorway.
kitchen and bathroom counters.
Keep it neat and inform the property manager of
ORGANIZE Lack of storage space can be a deal-breaker. Go through your closets and pantries and throw
any problems, such as burned-out lights. Make balconies, decks and patios inviting with potted plants and flowers.
away, give away or put away anything you don’t
MAKE REPAIRS
need. Clean out bedroom closets so that hanging
Consult with us prior to undertaking a large-scale
clothes are aligned and have ample space. Clean
home improvement project, but go ahead and
out kitchen cabinets and remove all magnets and
make easy repairs such as touch-up spackling
notes from the front of the refrigerator.
and painting, replacing a crooked window or torn
CLEAN Give your home a deep clean from top to bottom, including widows, upholstery and carpet, and the refrigerator and oven (yes, buyers actually open them). PAINT A fresh coat of paint is the least expensive, most effective way to enhance the appearance of your home. Be sure to use neutral colors. We can offer
screen, fixing a leaky faucet and changing burned out light bulbs. Camouflage outdated furniture or worn upholstery with slipcovers, and replace worn bedspreads and throw rugs. REMOVE PETS Keep pets out of the home during showings if possible. Also be sure to conceal food bowls and litter boxes. If pet odors are present, have the home professionally cleaned.
color recommendations. If your kitchen needs an
MAKE YOUR HOME WELCOMING
update, paint cupboards with a neutral color and
Display fresh flowers. Use interesting accessories
replace knobs on cabinets.
to draw the eye to desirable features like built-in
BRIGHTEN YOUR HOME Light gives the impression of space, so it’s important for every room in your home to have ample light at any time of day. Prior to showings, wash widows, raise blinds and turn on lights. Add floor and table lamps to brighten dark rooms or corners.
shelving, book cases, or fireplace mantels. Personal photographs and mementos add warmth and character to a home, but use them in moderation so the buyer will focus on the home, not its owners.
staging One of the keys to success in today’s ultra-com-
Staging can be as simple as rearranging a few pieces
petitive real estate market is to position your home
of furniture or as elaborate as hiring a professional
as the most desirable property at a given price in
to furnish an empty home right down to the plants
a given area. Staging is the art of merchandising
and artwork. We can give you suggestions for
your home to improve its markability. Today, every
staging or help you decide if you would benefit from
home that is listed for sale should be staged to some
a professional stager.
degree. Your home must show like a model in order to stand out in today’s competitive market.
BEFORE
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
listing video program They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but did you know that just one minute of video is equal to 1.8 million words? At @properties, video is a game-changing
• Additional exposure through @properties’
marketing tool and we’re using it to tell your
listing detail pages, video library, YouTube
home’s story like never before. Our listing
channel, social media accounts and syndi-
video program consists of:
cation websites
• A full-length property video with highlights
All videos are produced and edited in-house by
of the home, amenities and neighborhood
@properties’ videography department to
• A social media-friendly clip that can be shared on Facebook, Instagram and other sites
specifically cater to the clients we serve.
online exposure The majority of buyers begin their home search online, which means a 360-degree digital marketing strategy is paramount to getting maximum exposure for your home. @properties markets your home across the Internet with a newly-revamped website, customized property domains, web-optimized photography and video, enhanced listings on the leading real estate search portals, targeted email marketing, online classifieds and syndication to hundreds of additional websites. • atproperties.com • Property-specific domain names (YourAddressHere.info) • LeadingRE.com • Email marketing database of 800,000+ with new contacts added daily • Adwerx • Enhanced listings that filter to the top of search results on popular home search portals including Zillow and Trulia • Syndication of online listings
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111 E CHESTNUT STREET, UNIT 28K | CHICAGO
marketing your home
Anne Proper
344 W WILLOW UNIT A
847.881.0200
anneproper@atproperties.com
Stefanie Lavelle
312.909.9840 XXXXXXX.INFO 344wwillowstreet.info
Luxurious 2 bed / 2 bath Penthouse now available in the heart of Lincoln Park. Sunny and spacious, this unit features beautiful cherry hardwood floors, custom crown molding, high ceilings and an inviting living room with wood
$1,125,000
burning fireplace. Open concept kitchen includes cherry cabinetry, granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the convenience of an in unit washer/dryer plus an unbeatable outdoor living space with private front
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AND rear deck accessible from hallway. Common roof deck offers amazing 360 degree city views as well. An easy walk to Red & Brown line trains, parks, shopping and all that Lincoln Park has to offer. Garage parking included. Don’t miss this special opportunity!
Anne Proper Stefanie Lavelle 000.000.000 312.909.9840
STEFANIE LAVELLE 312.909.9840
344wwillowstreet.info XXXXXXX.INFO
custom listing signage
e-blasts
Every listing contains a unique URL for easy access to the online listing and my direct phone.
I will send my contacts detailed information about your home.
social media I will utilize social media posts to generate leads and sell your home.
customized @home report The @home report includes detailed stats on how your home is being viewed.
Top Agent Network (TAN) Top Agent Network (TAN) is the private online
The Lavelle Group team is a member of TAN, which
community where the verified top 10% of real
is a pivotal tool and large contributor to the group’s
estate brokers in the Chicagoland area collaborate
success. On the listing side, our properties are listed
and exchange valuable Non-MLS information.
on TAN, pre-MLS in an effort to locate buyers and
With this network, Chicagoland real estate brokers are able to market properties that would otherwise be unknown to the greater Chicago market. This exposure leads to more sales, better marketing, a wider buyer pool, and lower market times.
sell the home faster. On the buy-side of the transaction, the Lavelle Group checks TAN postings in order to locate properties that are not listed on the MLS.
“Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.� Aristotle
adwerx Ever visited a website and then noticed ads for that same website following you around the Internet? It’s not a coincidence; it’s a sophisticated digital
homebuyers as they surf the Web. Adwerx also uses
marketing tactic known as retargeting, and it’s another
geo-targeting to display your listing to people in certain
way in which @properties increases online exposure for
locations, and targets users based on Internet browsing
our listings.
behavior such as those perusing real estate-related
Through our partnership with Adwerx, we leverage retargeting to put your property in front of prospective
websites. The platform’s vast network includes hundreds of top websites ranging from Forbes.com to ESPN.com to specifically cater to the clients we serve.
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Stefanie Lavelle / 312.909.9840
market within a market Even before your home is officially listed, @properties brokers market internally to a powerful network of more than 2,000 brokers – each with a broad sphere of influence that forms a rich source of prospects, buyers and referrals. This unique “market within a market” results in the most efficient transaction environment in the marketplace. @AGENT APP Leveraging this “market within a market,” @properties brokers use an internal mobile app that has revolutionized the way we communicate about and transact real estate. The exclusive @gent App allows our brokers to match homebuyers with homes for sale, including pocket (off-market) listings. A number of @properties
listings
sell
before
they
hit
the
broader market because of the exposure through the app alone – a testament to the power of the @properties network. Beyond
connecting
buyers
and
sellers,
the
@gent App aggregates a knowledge base of every @properties broker in a searchable database, making it a great resource for recommendations on everything from vendors and service providers to local businesses.
be local. think global
To @properties, local means friends you can count on, neighbors you can trust, and businesses you go out of your way to support. Local means the barista knows your drink, the dry cleaner knows your name and the clerk at the convenience store is happy to loan you a buck. Real estate is a local business, and that means every
As an exclusive member of Leading Real Estate
home, on every block, in every neighborhood is unique,
Companies of the WorldŽ, the world’s largest network
and each deserves the attention, care and consideration
of independent real estate firms, @properties connects
only a local company can offer. @properties is a local
sellers with homebuyers all over the world. So while our
company through and through. But at the end of the day,
brand is uniquely local, our reach is global. That means
we know that not all buyers are local. So when it comes
more exposure, and ultimately, shorter market times and
to our marketing programs, we think globally.
higher selling prices.
fluent in luxury In today’s competitive marketplace, a global marketing strategy is essential for luxury properties. That’s why @properties is an exclusive member of Luxury Portfolio International®, the luxury marketing division of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®. Luxury world’s
Portfolio most
is
a
unified
experienced,
collection
visible
regarded experts in luxury real estate.
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a sophisticated mix of online and offline media to position
highly-
properties for maximum exposure in an elite market. The
Founded in
program marketed over 50,000 properties last year on
and
of
2005 as the premium division of Leading Real Estate
the award-winning luxuryportfolio.com.
Companies of the World, Luxury Portfolio markets a selection of the network’s extraordinary homes, utilizing
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Source: Mintel International Website Survey. Number of properties greater than $1 million.
THE BUYING PROCESS
1.
5.
3.
choosing an @properties agent
execute a contract
finding your home
2.
getting pre-approved for a mortgage
initial earnest money
4.
presenting/ negotiating my counter offer
7.
9.
balance of earnest money due
closing (approximately 30-60 days following executed contract)
appraisal ordered
6.
attorney review/home inspection (5-7 business days)
8.
work on providing finance documents to lender
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MLS listings sheet Darlene Wright | connectMLS
1/11/18, 11&36 AM
Attached Single Status: NEW Area:8007
MLS #:09830087 List Date:01/10/2018 List Dt Rec:01/10/2018
List Price:$799,900 Orig List Price: $799,900 Sold Price: SP Incl. Yes Parking: Address:708 W Schubert Ave Unit B, Chicago, IL 60614 Directions: SCHUBERT BETWEEN HALSTED & CLARK, NORTH SIDE OF STREET Sold by: Lst. Mkt. Time: 2 Closed: Contract: Concessions: Off Mkt: Financing: Contingency: Year Built: 2000 Blt Before 78:No Curr. Leased:No Dimensions:COMMON Ownership: Condo Subdivision: Model: Corp Limits:Chicago Township:Lake View County:Cook Coordinates:N:2700 # Fireplaces: 1 W:708 Rooms:7 Bathrooms 3/0 Parking:Garage (Full/Half): Bedrooms:3 Master Bath: Full # Spaces: Gar:1 Basement: None Bsmnt. Bath: No Parking Incl. Yes In Price: Waterfront: No Appx SF:2100 SF Source: Estimated Total Units:3 Bldg. Assess. SF: # Days for Bd Apprvl: 0 # Stories: 3 Unit Floor Lvl.:2 % Own. Occ.:100 % Cmn. Own.: Fees/Approvals: Utility Costs: Elec. - $2711.19/yr,$225.93/mo; Gas - $743.56/yr,$61.96/mo Remarks: Rarely available wide unit that lives like a SFH in East Lincoln Park on a beautiful tree lined street at Schubert and Orchard. This pristine 3 bedroom / 3 bath + family room unit originally built by Environs has custom details throughout. Special features include exceptional outdoor space with a private yard and large deck, cherry cabinets, granite and stainless appliances in the kitchen, custom wood blinds, crown molding, master bath features double vanity with marble throughout, walk in shower and jacuzzi soaking tub and more! Custom updates include: Newly sanded and stained hardwood flooring on main level, custom closetry throughout, nest thermostat, beautiful landscaping and brick pavers in yard, in unit W/D and more! Surrounded by multi-million dollar homes, this location is a walker’s paradise - steps from many shopping and dining options, Trader Joes, brown/purple/red ‘el’ and multiple buses. Garage parking included. School Data Assessments Tax Pet Information Elementary: (299) Amount:$150 Amount:$9,626.82 Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK Junior High:(299) Frequency: Monthly PIN:14283000491002 / Max Pet Weight: 999 High School:(299) Mult PINs: Special Assessments: No Tax Year: 2016 Special Service Area: No Tax Exmps:Homeowner Master Association: No Coop Tax Deduction: Tax Deduction Year: Square Footage Comments: Room Name Size Level Flooring Win Trmt Room Name Size Level Flooring Win Trmt Living Room25X18 Main Level Hardwood Master Bedroom 15X14 2nd Level Carpet Dining RoomCOMBO Main Level Hardwood Blinds 2nd Bedroom11X10 2nd Level Carpet Kitchen15X12 Main Level Hardwood Blinds 3rd Bedroom11X11 Lower Carpet Family Room18X13 Lower Carpet 4th Bedroom Not Applicable Laundry Room Interior Property Features: Exterior Property Features: Deck, Brick Paver Patio Age: 16-20 Years Garage Ownership: Type: Condo Garage On Site: Yes Exposure: Garage Type: Attached Exterior: Brick Garage Details: Air Cond: Central Air Parking Ownership: Heating: Gas, Forced Air Parking On Site: Kitchen: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar Parking Details: Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Parking Fee (High/Low): / Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Driveway: Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances Basement Details: None Dining: Combined w/ LivRm Foundation: Bath Amn: Exst Bas/Fnd: Fireplace Details: Roof: Fireplace Location: Living Room Disability Access: No Electricity: Disability Details: Equipment: Lot Desc: Additional Rooms: No additional rooms Floorplans are in Additional Information Agent Remarks: Internet Listing: Yes Remarks on Internet?: Yes VOW AVM:No VOW Comments/Reviews: No Listing Type:Exclusive Right to Sell Holds Earnest Money: Yes
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Sewer: Sewer-Public Water: Public Const Opts: General Info: None Amenities: Asmt Incl: Water, Common Insurance, Scavenger HERS Index Score: Green Disc: Green Rating Source: Green Feats: Sale Terms: Possession: Closing Est Occp Date: Management:
Addr on Internet?:Yes Lock Box: Special Comp Info:None
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who pays for what SALES PRICE
TYPICAL COST PAYS?
WHO
Commission
6% of purchase price
Seller
Appraisal
$250-$500
Buyer
Credit Report
$30-$75 per borrower
Buyer
Inspection Fee
$350+/visit
Buyer
Lender-direct Underwriting Fee
$750-$1,000
Buyer
Processing Fee
$150
Buyer
Flood Certificate
$50-$100
Buyer
Tax Service
$85-$200
Buyer
Attorney Fee
$600-$1,000+
Both (varies with purchase price)
Settlement Closing
$950-$2,300
Buyer
Title Insurance (Buyer)
$750-$2,500
Buyer
Title Insurance (Seller)
$750-$2,500
Seller
Recording Fee
$75-$250
Both
Chicago City Transfer Tax
$7.50 per $1,000
Buyer
Chicago City Transfer Tax
$3 per $1,000
Seller
State Transfer Tax
$0.50 per $500
Seller
County Transfer Tax
varies per county
Seller
Municipal Transfer Tax*
varies per locality
Buyer
Survey
$500-$1,000
Seller
Termite Inspection
$40-$100
Both
Interest Per Day
loan amount rate/365
Buyer
Escrow Taxes
1-5 months (if applicable)
Buyer
Escrow Insurance
1-5 months (if applicable)
Buyer
Tax Preparation
105-110% of last tax bill
Seller
Estimated closing costs courtesy of Guaranteed RateÂŽ. Prices subject to change. Actual costs vary per lender, loan amount, property type and other factors.
*Property transfer taxes vary per local jurisdiction or township. Please consult your real estate attorney to obtain the best possible estimate for taxes and other closing costs.
PRE-PAID INTEREST. If you close at the end of a month,
correctly). At closing the bank will likely require you to
say August 31, you will pay any closing costs and down
make an initial deposit to your tax escrow account, this
payment at closing. You will NOT have a mortgage
will depend on the closing date and time until the next
payment due on September 1, and your first mortgage
tax payment is due.
payment will be due October 1. You actually pay interest on your loan balance a month in areas (a month behind). If you close on any date other than the end of the month, your bank will charge “pre-paid interest” for the extra days in which you have borrowed money. For example, if you close on August 15th, at closing you will still pay any closing costs and down payment at closing. You will also pay interest on the loan balance from August 15-31, this is the pre-paid interest. Then, you will still have no mortgage payment due September 1, and your first payment will be due October 1. Banks do this so that you are on a regular billing cycle. It is not a fee or penalty, but simply paying interest on the money you are borrowing starting on the closing date. This is in addition to the typical closing costs detailed in the spreadsheet.
For example, let’s say you were closing on January 1. The next tax bill will be due on March 1. As discussed above in “pre-paid interest”, if you close January 1 you won’t be paying your first mortgage payment until February 1. If your tax bill is about $2400/year, your escrow payment on February 1 would be about $200. Now, the tax bill is due March 1 and the bank would only have $200 to pay your tax bill (which will be about $1200 for the 1st installment, half of the expected $2400/year bill). Therefore, at closing, the bank will require a tax escrow to be started. They will calculate how much money they will have in escrow come the next tax bill due date and require you to pay the difference at closing so they can pay the next tax bill when it comes. In this example, they will probably ask for about $1000 (since they will need
TAX ESCROW. Many times banks require you to
about $1200 and will only have $200). This is in addition
escrow your taxes. Taxes in Cook County are billed in 2
to the typical closing costs detailed in the spreadsheet.
installments each year (March 1 and August 1). Because
NOTE, this amount is usually off set by more than enough
the County can make claims on property and/or include
from the seller’s tax credit to the buyer, as discussed on
the property in tax auctions if a homeowner fails to pay
the Cook County Tax Information handout enclosed in
taxes, the bank often times decides to ensure that taxes
our buyer’s packet. (If you chose a loan without a tax
are paid to secure the loan. Each month that you pay
escrow, you will simply pay your taxes when they are
a mortgage payment, your bank will include an escrow
due directly to the County, no monthly or initial escrow
amount to be due as well. If your expected tax bill is
deposit are needed.)
about $2,400/year, the bank will require you to escrow about $200/month. Each month, they collect this money and keep it in an account for your benefit, showing you the amount held in the escrow account on each statement. When the tax bill comes due, they will pay it with your money (it is still a good idea for you to look up on CookCountyTreasurer.com to make sure it got paid
frequently asked questions WHAT ARE ASSESSMENTS?
loan over a 15, 20 or 30 year period? It is also important
When you own a condominium, there are fees you will
to choose your lender carefully. Select a few to compare.
have to pay to the condominium association that are
As your agent, I can help you understand the various
used for expenses of shared areas. Examples might
mortgage types and the advantages/disadvantages
be: maintenance of the laundry room, landscaping and
of each.
external repairs. Usually, the fees are paid monthly. WHAT IS EARNEST MONEY? There are also on-time fees called “special assessments”
Earnest money is the buyer’s deposit made when he or
which condo owners pay to cover a particular special
she puts in an offer to the seller. The seller’s agent holds
project. Check that your condo association keeps an
the money in a state-insured escrow. Then, at closing the
adequate “cash reserve” so you won’t have to pay special
money is applied toward the down payment. Usually, a
assessments very often.
few thousand dollars is paid with the offer and the rest
Assessments are also statistical values used to establish
is due within a few days of the home inspection and
property taxes by the governing agencies in your area.
attorney review.
DOES NEW CONSTRUCTION NEED A HOME INSPECTION?
IF MY CONTRACT IS TURNED DOWN, WILL MY EARNEST MONEY BE REFUNDED?
Any home you plan to buy should have a professional
The policy in Illinois is to wait to cash the earnest money
inspection to avoid unsuspected issues and costs
check until the contract is completely accepted and
later on. Some lenders ask that you have your home
signed. The contracts must spell-out precisely in which
inspected. You can use the inspector’s findings to create
cases your earnest money will be returned - for example,
an inventory of repairs or modifications the builder
if you are unable to attain the mortgage for which you
should complete before you occupy the house.
applied. Even when the conditions are met, it is still necessary for both the seller and the buyer to authorize
HOW DO I KNOW WHICH TYPE OF MORTGAGE TO CHOOSE?
the refund of the earnest money with written signatures.
There are many factors you should consider when
WHAT IS A CONTINGENCY?
selecting the best mortgage for you. In addition to
Contingencies are incorporated into contracts and real
assessing your financial situation, you need to evaluate
estate purchase offers to provide protection to the buyer.
the many different loan options. For example, do you
They are important to include as conditions in which you
want a fixed rate (interest rate remains constant for the
can withdraw from the transaction without penalty.
life of the loan) or adjustable rate (monthly payments will vary as the rates change)? Do you want to pay off your
frequently asked questions IS IT POSSIBLE TO GET OUT OF A CONTRACT? Yes. This depends on which contingencies have been
WHAT ARE THE SCHOOLS LIKE IN THIS NEIGHBORHOOD?
included in your contract. It is important to discuss this
Visit the Chicago Schools section of DreamTown.com for
with your agent. Also, during the attorney review there is
information on schools in your district. There is also info
a time period (normally 5 to 7 business days) where you
on Chicago area charter schools and private schools, as
can get out of the contract.
well as higher education institutions in the area.
HOW CAN I FIND GOOD SERVICE PROVIDERS?
WHAT ARE THE STEPS INVOLVED IN THE BUYING PROCESS?
As an experienced Chicago agent, I can recommend several qualified local service providers for any number of home services or repairs.
2. Evaluate owning your own home versus renting.
Everyone has a different idea of what “safe” means. It is up to you to decide what qualifies as a comfortable secure
neighborhood.
exclusively for you - not for the seller - walking you through every step of the home-buying process.
IS THIS NEIGHBORHOOD SAFE?
and
1. Choose an agent. A buyer’s representative, works
The
Chicago
Police
Department has comprehensive crime statistics and safety information on their website (www.cityofchicago. org/police). You can check out the history of crime
Is purchasing a home the right decision for you? 3. Establish your price range. Calculate what monthly payments you can afford in relation to your net worth and the amount you can put toward the down payment.
incidents in a specific neighborhood or for the whole
4. Find a lender and get a loan. Compare various lenders
city. The site provides a link to Citizen ICAM, which allows
before choosing one. Also, decide which mortgage is
you to search crime occurrences by several categories
suitable for you.
including intersection, school and street address. WHO LIVES IN THIS NEIGHBORHOOD/AREA?
5. Search for your home. Visit properties that appeal to your search criteria.
Chicago is home to a diverse society of people - the
6. Draw up a purchase offer. Your agent will present
backdrop to every neighborhood’s unique cultural style.
the offer and handle any negotiations necessary until
American FactFinder, part of the U.S. Census Bureau’s
both parties accept the terms of the contract.
website, offers in depth data on demographics for individual Chicago communities.
7. Have an attorney review the contract and the home inspected by a licensed professional. Get a property
Visit www.factfinder.census.gov to get detailed statistics
appraisal and review the various home warranty
on your area and the entire city of Chicago.
policies available.
8. Prepare for the closing date. Get funds together
Getting an attorney to check over your contract is a
for the closing costs, secure the new home title
smart idea. Plus, it is typical for the purchase offer to
and homeowner’s insurance, and complete a final
include a contingency requiring an attorney review.
walk-through. WHAT IS CONSIDERED TO BE A GOOD OFFER? 9. Time to move in. Choose a moving company. Fill out a
It’s not so much what is a “good offer” as what is a good
change-of-address form. Discontinue various services
approach to making an offer. Depending on the specific
to your old residence and alert local service providers
circumstances, there are several different strategies
of the new address.
you can call upon. Let’s say for example, you learn the
WHAT ARE CLOSING COSTS? The money you will need to pay at the closing date which usually includes the down payment, lender fees, attorney fee, and title insurance. HOW ARE AGENTS PAID? Real estate agents receive a commission (percentage) from the final selling price on a property. We are only paid if the property is actually sold and the transaction is final. Generally, the commission is the seller’s expense as the buyer, there is no cost to you. While commissions are always negotiable, it is customary for a full-service brokerage to get between five and seven percent. The
seller needs to close within the month because they are moving to Florida. Knowing their motivation gives you the upper edge to negotiate the price down in exchange for meeting the seller’s limited time-frame. WITHOUT INSULTING THE SELLER, HOW LOW CAN I GO WITH MY OFFER? If the seller has appropriately priced their home, there is no need to present a low-ball offer. Comparing the price of homes sold over the last six months will help get an idea of a properly listed home. At the same time, this is the real estate business and we shouldn’t worry about stepping on any toes here. There is always the option to counter if the seller is unhappy with your first offer.
money must be divided between the buying and selling companies, as well as the buyer’s and seller’s agents.
WILL MY HOME APPRECIATE? There are several factors that can influence the
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST FOR AN ATTORNEY, AND WHY IS IT NECESSARY TO USE ONE? The attorney fee is determined by factors such as the size of your home and the attorney’s specialization. For instance, the more square footage, the more it will cost. Also, new construction commands a higher rate than existing housing. You are expected to pay these fees at closing.
appreciation of property. For example, every market is experiencing distinct real estate trends which affect how much a home’s value will increase there. Still, data historically shows real estate is a good venture in the long term.
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