Open House Magazine Summer/Fall 2020

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Every home has aSTORY. story.

EVERY HOME HAS AASTORY. EVERY HOME HAS

FRESH START REIMAGINE YOUR SPACE WITH A MOD MAKEOVER THE NEW DREAM HOME

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CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITIES DURING A CRISIS

WELCOME!

Your stories inspired me.

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“My daughter Ally, and others like her, are quite literally risking their own lives to help others.

She makes me proud every day.”

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lients and communities are the heart of my business, and one of my core beliefs has always been finding ways to care for them. This has never been more important than in the challenging times we are facing today. The Covid-19 crisis is unlike anything we’ve experienced before, but I have been encouraged and inspired by the countless individuals who are selflessly serving their communities. On a personal level, I’ve watched my daughter Ally, a nursing student at the University of Minnesota, stay on campus to keep working at the hospital throughout both the pandemic and then an environment of unrest. She and others like her are quite literally risking their own lives to help others.

She makes me proud every day.

We all have to do what we can to help one another during these times, and so I have been working on several new initiatives designed to highlight and assist our friends and neighbors. Key to Our Community is a program to show gratitude for individuals who are keeping our communities strong. To kick it off, I’ve taken nominations and will select one person to win a free room makeover by myself and my design team.

The Spotlight Series is a collection of pre-recorded webcasts available on my website featuring experts on a variety of topics including Estate Planning, Mortgages and Your Money, and Property Taxes.

Lastly, I co-created Mission: Community where I will partner with other agents to build goodwill by serving residents, local businesses, and organizations.

This second issue of Open House includes some great stories about these initiatives, as well as my latest client success stories. Patience, perseverance, and creativity have been the key to 2020, and I am well-positioned to work safely and successfully with all of my clients.

In-person or virtually, my doors are open for you!

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Shaunna Burhop, CREN, CRS

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ASK SHAUNNA What was the impact of Covid-19 on the real estate market? As concerns about the virus spread, we saw a dramatic decline in viewings and hesitation from sellers about putting their homes on the market.

Contracts declined 54% over 2018 levels by the beginning of April. Since then, we have figured out ways to safely get homes back on the market and conduct showings. Pent- up demand, combined with historically low interest rates, has caused a surge in sales volume. In the first few weeks of July, we saw a 67% increase in contract over 2018. Summer is now the new spring market!

What did you do to adapt to these new challenges? Being able to quickly adapt has been key.

I immediately started providing virtual home tours on all my listings and added more detail about lifestyle features. I’m conducting Zoom-based listing, staging, and buyer consultations as needed and we’ve developed a plan to safely allow buyers into sellers’ homes. I also increased the frequency of my market updates to provide as much information as possible across all my social media and mailings.

So, should I wait until next year to buy, sell, or retire? Right now we are seeing very high demand, making it a great time to sell. For buyers, I have never seen a better time to purchase, but the challenge continues to be low inventory. I am advising sellers to list and also finding ways to think out of the box to locate potential homes for buyers.

What else did you do for fun during lockdown? One of my favorite moments during this time was actually the first night of the shelter-in-place order.

We were playing games via Houseparty with our neighbors and created a virtual popcorn throwand-catch challenge. n Have a question? E-mail me at shaunna.burhop@bairdwarner.com

Summer/Fall 2020

CONTENTS

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SETTING THE STAGE

REIMAGINED SPACES

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A little creativity and some unconventional thinking helps a couple find their forever home in the Northwest Suburbs.

A DREAM COME TRUE

Everyone deserves a second chance— and a fresh start in the home of their dreams. One lucky couple gets both.

One seller’s “blank canvas” can be another buyer’s blank look— Shaunna explains why.

11 NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT Shaunna races to help a client stage and sell her house, before she relocates for a new job.

12 NAVIGATING THE NEW NORMAL Adapting to the challenges of helping clients during Covid-19

08 MISSION: COMMUNITY

13 LEAVE IT IN GOOD HANDS A retiring couple entrusts their home to a new generation.

A pandemic can’t stop community spirit, as the first “Parade in Reverse” drives forward.

14 MY SERVICES Buying, selling, or retiring— Shaunna never stops working to achieve your goals.

LET’S GET SOCIAL!

Facebook: Like my page ShaunnaBurhopReal Estate for news, market trends, and connections to the community.

Instagram: Follow ShaunnaBurhop RealEstate to discover inspiring images and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks.

LinkedIn: Connect with me at ShaunnaBurhop to share resources and valuable real estate insights.

Email: Send your questions, comments or ideas to shaunna.burhop@ bairdwarner.com or just write to say hi!

… or old school ;) Call me directly at 847.275.0277 or let’s chat at the Baird & Warner office: 847-392-1855

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STAGING + SELLING

Julie and Mark at their new home in Mundelein.

A Dream

BEF ORE

Shaunna gives a couple a second chance at selling their current home—and their first choice in buying a new one

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ulie and Mark knew they’d found their dream home when they saw it for the first time. With a passion for entertaining, they immediately saw themselves hosting friends and family both indoors and out with the open floor plan, chef’s kitchen, and gorgeous outdoor space.

However, in order to buy it, they would have to overcome some challenges: not only was the price more than they wanted to spend, but they would need to sell their current home first. They decided to list their home with a friend in the real estate business but not much happened. With few showings and negative feedback about the floorplan, they were frustrated and decided to take it off the market. Julie wasn’t ready to give up their dream, so she reached out to me for help. I listened to the feedback they received, and knew right away what was needed to draw buyers attention—mostly just paint and staging to showcase the spaces differently. I helped them put a plan together to make those changes and we put it back on the market; it sold in four days for the highest price in the neighborhood. But that wasn’t the only good news coming their way—the price of their dream home had dropped and we were then in a position to put together a strong offer since we had a solid contract on their home. Julie was thrilled: “We are so grateful that we trusted Shaunna and her team to get the job done for us.

We are now in the home of our dreams and we couldn’t be more appreciative!” n 04

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BEFORE

BEFORE The more traditional decor and darker wall colors were distracting buyers who couldn’t imagine it with their own more modern furnishings. Having two dining areas so close to each other was also visually confusing.

AFTER Curtains and rugs were removed, showing off the beautiful floor, and the walls were repainted a light neutral. Elements of raw metal—new lighting, a stainless high top table with black stools, and reconfigured dining console—were mixed into the predominantly wood palette, giving the home more of a Modern Farmhouse-feel and better flow between the dining spaces.

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The “family office“ of blogger Cass Miller (cassmiller.com)

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PRO TIP: This marble and stainless high top adds an industrial edge and dual function, creating an extra kitchen prep space

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The “New” Dream Home Now that people are spending more time at home, the wish list for an ideal space has changed as well. Here are some of the new trends buyers are looking for in a new home:

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Bring on the natural light!

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1. MULTI-PURPOSE ROOMS

During lockdown, work and home life suddenly merged, and families struggled to find and share space for a multitude of activities from Zoom meetings to school art projects. The multi-purpose room, or “Family Office” as people are now calling it, solves this problem by having an extra room that is flexible enough to change from home school during the day to a conference room to a yoga studio at night.

2. ENTRYWAYS AND MUDROOMS

What once was a luxury is now a necessity—a dedicated space for you or your guests to remove shoes, hang up jackets, and apply sanitizer before stepping in or out.

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3. OUTDOOR SPACES With travel

becoming more complicated, families look to the staycation to stay sane. Patios, pools, and other outdoor rooms give you the feeling of getting away from it all, without all the hassle of packing!

INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY VHT STUDIOS

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RENOVATIONS + DESIGN

Reimagined Spaces Shaunna helps a couple to think outside the box— and opens up the door to their dream home

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The old dining room was transformed into a library and painted Peppercorn by Sherwin Williams (SW7678). This room is now the owner’s favorite space in the house.

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hen Lynda and Bruce came to me in search of their next home, we talked through their wish list of top priorities and desired amenities, which is something I do with all of my buyers. They were relocating from Iowa and knew little about the Northwest Suburbs. Initially, they loved the idea of purchasing a Mid-Century modern style home because they really wanted an open floor plan and modern architectural elements. They preferred a “move-in ready” home and wanted no more than a 30 minute commute to work.

With limited options available that met those criteria, we had to think outside the box, shifting their focus from a particular style of home to homes that met critical lifestyle elements—such as having natural light, privacy, and access to golf courses as well as trails and other outdoor activities.

Not having to be move-in ready opened up even more options and ultimately led us to the home they purchased. While the decor felt tired and dated, it checked off every box on their lifestyle list, especially golf course access since it backs up to the 6th tee. Lynda has an eye for design and her creativity took over. She and Bruce saw

Get the Look AFTER

BEFORE

BEFORE The entrance hall joined with the open living room to create a cold, vast space that went mostly unused. The dining area was jammed into a small room in the back and felt very closed off.

AFTER (left and right) A feast for the eyes! Spaces were redefined: the entrance hall became the dining room, and the small room in the back became a cozy library. The library walls, furniture and art draw your attention around the space, filling it out with pops of color, warmth, style, and function.

“Changing the settings in the two rooms met all our needs and the design exceeded our expectations. We now have a comfortable and cozy library, painted dark gray, that draws the eye across the living space—and a dining area large enough to expand to over a dozen people.” — Lynda the possibilities and knew they could repurpose the space to fit their needs, but weren’t exactly sure how to pull it off.

According to Lynda, one of their top priorities “was having a dining room table to fit 8 people comfortably” and the existing dining room was not big enough.

Working with a designer friend of hers who works exclusively in commercial spaces, the ideas started to flow. He encouraged her to reimagine the spaces.

Why not turn the underutilized living space off the foyer into the dining area and create an intimate library space in the original dining room? Having a library was part of her vision, but she was planning for it in the main living space. The designer encouraged them to paint the library walls dark to make it more intimate, something they initially rejected. They trusted in his vision and were so happy they did. Now the library has become a focal point as it draws your eye across the front of the home when you enter, and it has become Lynda’s favorite room in the house.

Getting buyers to think differently about space is something I do often. You don’t always have to use a room the same way the previous seller did, and sometimes it takes nothing more than paint, different furniture, and an open mind! n PHOTOGRAPHY BY MEG BERGER / BEFORE PHOTOS BY VHT STUDIOS

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Lynda and Bruce’s designer mixed-up materials and textures to give their space a fresh modern vibe.

Steal this look for yourself!

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Staggered Glass 6-Light Chandelier, $499; westelm.com

Ethan Dining Table in Black Oak, available in six lengths, from $1679 to $2879; industrywest.com

Casement Blue Small Metal Sideboard, $599; crateandbarrel.com

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SERVICE + INITIATIVES Community spirit was energized in Arlington Heights as the annual Fourth of July parade was reimagined.

Families decorated their cars and literally became the parade, driving through a lot filled with music, balloons, bubbles, and even a stilt-walker.

Coming Together for Our

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Shaunna and the Mission: Community Team celebrate with a Fourth of July “Parade in Reverse” in Arlington Heights

We took to social media, invited our friends and clients, and he Fourth of July was quickly approaching when I realized, along with my fellow Baird hoped for the best. The day soon arrived and we began setting & Warner agents Diane Jamieson and Sue up, ensuring proper social distancing between participants.

Kowols, how heartbreaking it was going to Shortly before the parade kicked off, we were thrilled to see be for our friends and neighbors in Arlington a long line of cars waiting to enter. With two bands, bubble Heights. Tight restrictions on social gatherings had canceled machines, huge balloon displays, a stilt walker, and even Uncle Sam, the parking lot was energized with every outdoor festival, concert, and event “We were so grateful for the spirit of the celebration. Families drove this summer—including the annual parade. this event—we’ve been their cars, decorated with flags, posters, and We decided to find new and safe ways to coming to the parade for streamers, through the parking lot parade bring joy back to our city, and the Mission: twenty-seven years and route as veterans, Arlington Heights Mayor Community team was formed! couldn’t imagine the Tom Hayes, and local hospital worker heroes Timing was short, but our first mission Fourth of July without it.” cheered from the side. We were touched would be to save the parade. The idea of a “Parade in Reverse”—where families would stay in their by the pure joy and appreciation the community expressed. I cars and drive through the Baird & Warner parking lot, teared up when one resident told me how grateful he was—it getting treats and giveaways from local businesses—sounded was truly one of my proudest moments. With this success, our ambitious, but a great place to start. We could provide music, team’s ongoing mission will be to bring more joyful experiences and support programs to our communities. Stay tuned! n entertainment, and a way to honor local veterans as well.

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The KTOC Program In addition to Mission: Community, Shaunna has recently created the “Key to Our Community� initiative, where she will be awarding a deserving individual a free one-room makeover as a way to show gratitude and thanks for their contribution during the Covid-19 crisis. Nominations are coming in, and the winner will be profiled in the next issue of Open House. For the latest updates follow Shaunna on Facebook and Instagram or see the link on ShaunnaBurhop.com.

The Mission: Community Team (from left): Baird & Warner agents Sue Kowols, Shaunna Burhop, and Diane Jamieson.

PA R A D E P H O T O G R A P H S B Y S O M E T H I N G B L U E P H O T O G R A P H Y

Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes

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STAGING + SELLING +

Setting THE STAGE

PRO TIP: I like to use simple placesettings when staging—it’s a way to add a little life to a room through color and texture.

Shaunna educates a client on the benefits of staging her home for sale—and the lesson pays off

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eaving it to the imagination is not always the best idea,” I said to my seller’s daughter, Sharon, as she toured me around her mom’s home at 2754 Greenwood Place, with my voice echoing in the empty rooms. Her mom, Chris, was now living out of state and wasn’t sure how much she wanted to deal with long-distance, but my experience was telling me that staging would definitely help potential buyers see the value in the space. Not every agent will be as candid with potential sellers when they are trying to win the listing, but I believe having an open and honest conversation about how different courses of action will impact a sale is critical to a successful working relationship. We really try to come up with the best solution with minimal investment from the seller, utilizing their existing furnishings combined with art and accessory inventory I loan to the project. When a home is vacant we also have the option for virtual staging, but in the end, live staging always pays back if a seller has the money to invest. In person buyers often struggle to visualize furnishings in empty space: they may feel a room is too small to accommodate the new sectional they just purchased, but they also may not realize it could be positioned in a different way. Staging is about engaging buyers on an emotional level; you want them to walk in the door and picture themselves living there. And in the case of Chris’ house—which sold in less than a month (during the start of the pandemic)—having furniture in the key rooms of the house made that a whole lot easier to see. n

This was an odd space

AFTER Showing buyers how to divide a room, and utilize the nook, made this space feel less confusing and demonstrated how to live and entertain in the space.

BEFORE

Expert Advice A staging consultation with my designer and me is included for all of my sellers. Every home requires a custom approach, but our goals always stay the same: 1 / Make the first impression count. Buyers start making decisions the moment they walk in the door, so having a fresh inviting space is critical. All of the senses should be inspired!

2 / Set priorities. Focus on projects that allow the home to show as updated as possible with the least investment.

3 / Start fresh. Clear out dated and overly personal items, to provide a “clean slate” that allows buyers to envision themselves living in the space.

4 / Add function. Showcase the various lifestyle features that will appeal to a wide variety of potential buyers.

5 / Be inspiring! Create Instagram-worthy vignettes and images that will help generate buzz.

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RELOCATION + RETIREMENT

AFTER The room was decluttered and the furniture was rearranged to create a more open layout and draw your eye to the fireplace, which is now the focal point of the room. We decided to paint it white, which dramatically brightened the space.

No Time Like the Present

BE FO RE

“Wow. Shaunna was fantastic and sold my home quickly—all during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. She helped with every step along the way, adjusting her advice to fit my needs and my situation. I could not have asked for a better partner to sell my home.”— Lisa

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Shaunna and her team come to the rescue of a client in a rush to relocate

n early January, Lisa learned she would need to relocate out of state for her job. By mid January she jumped into the process—things were moving quickly and she needed to wrap up loose ends and sell her current home in order to have a chance at purchasing something in her new location.

Knowing it would take significant coordination, she selected me to represent her because after interviewing multiple agents, she was impressed with my approach and the team I could put together to help her get the house ready to show within her tight timeframe. We developed a detailed plan and got to work. My stager gave Lisa detailed homework for each room about what to pack and what to leave for staging, and we identified a few key projects like painting and swapping out a few light fixtures to update the overall look of the home for very little money. During the month of February, Lisa worked diligently on her preparation and packing, her brother hung the light fixtures we selected, and we picked a date in early March for the final staging. On staging day I supplemented her furnishings with artwork and accessories from my inventory and my handyperson hung new drapery rods and drapes. Professional photos were taken March 5, the home was listed on the 6th, we had the home under contract by March 10th, and closed just thirty days later— all as an unprecedented stay at home order was taking effect. No problem! n S H A U N N A B U R H O P. C O M

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SEARCHING + INVESTING

Navigating the New Normal

Shaunna helps two clients close the deal during the onset of Covid-19

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Caroline and Nick ARLINGTON HEIGHTS

THE SEARCH Caroline and Nick came to me looking to buy

their first home at what would be the perfect time or them— just before their current lease would end, and a few months before their wedding. That timeline, however, was tight to decide whether to extend their lease or make a purchase decision. Initially we were searching in multiple communities, in different types of neighborhoods, and all different styles of homes. THE CHALLENGE Searching for a first home is challenging under normal circumstances, but amid a shelterin-place order where many sellers had taken their homes off the market, and where we had to communicate through masks and follow strict safety guidelines, it reached a whole new level. THE WIN Caroline and Nick relied on my expertise to guide them. I was able to educate them about the lifestyle and amenities each home and neighborhood could offer, and then evaluate those options against what they may find in the future (if they waited until things got back to “normal”). In the end, my analysis allowed them to make the decision to move forward with their dreams and buy an amazing home in a walk-to-town location—the perfect start for their new life together.

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GLU Enterprises LAKEVIEW, CHICAGO

THE SEARCH Family members who formed a small real-

estate investment company were excited to see another studio come up for sale in the same Lakeview high-rise where they currently own a similar unit. This unit came with a rare and much coveted parking spot in the building so they needed to act fast—but Covid was causing travel restrictions and business related closings. They relied on me to figure out how we could handle every aspect of the sale remotely, from negotiating to inspection to closing.

THE CHALLENGE In addition to figuring out how to conduct a real estate transaction amidst a pandemic, this unit was essentially an estate sale and the sellers had not filed the proper paperwork with the probate court to enable them to transfer the title to a new buyer. A court date would have to be scheduled and government offices were beginning to close due to shut down orders. THE WIN Working with the attorney I had recommended, we pushed to move forward as quickly as possible to coordinate the new court date and obtain the necessary paperwork. We closed on March 30, which allows time for renovation so it can be rented and start producing income by the end of the summer. n

“Buying a home is not unique. However, buying a home remotely during a pandemic most certainly is unique. From the virtual showing, inspection, walk-through and closing, Shaunna was somehow able to make the transaction seamless, despite citywide lockdown and workplace challenges. She goes above and beyond to help her clients.” — Julie M., GLU Enterprises 12

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SENIOR LIVING + ESTATES LEFT Mike, Eileen, and me on the front porch of their new home. BELOW Their previous home was sold to a great family who loved the big front porch. Mike and Eileen even passed along their rocking chairs as a housewarming gift.

Leave it in

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A retiring couple trusts Shaunna to find the perfect buyers for the home they’ve loved for 48 years

hen Mike and Eileen called me they family moving to the neighborhood for the great schools and had already made the downpayment lifestyle that Mt. Prospect has to offer. They packed and sold on their next home. They wanted to things at a garage sale, and we planned the staging with art and downsize into a retirement community accessories I was able to loan in order to make the home feel that kept them close to family and more transitional in style. We sold the home in a few weeks for friends, and all their favorite recreational and social activities. top dollar, but we still needed to make sure we could close the deal. Since mortgage lenders always require Homes for sale in the specific community an appraisal to approve a home loan, I had where they wanted to purchase are rare, “Shaunna is the one to go with if you want to sell— to make sure we could support the sales so they knew they would have to make a price even with very limited sales data and commitment to purchase quickly when one she updated our home we had lived in for 48 years the fact that other homes of similar size had became available. With that commitment so it would appeal to the been selling for much less. As I do for all my came another challenge: selling their Mt. modern buyer. She has sellers, I prepared an appraisal packet and Prospect home where they had lived for over your back.” — Eileen met the appraiser in person to review all of 48 years. They would have a short window of time to get it on the market and wanted to maximize the the details and why this home was justified to sell at a higher value for their retirement goals. They wanted to know what price. The loan was approved and Mike and Eileen were thrilled items they should keep for staging and selling and how to to be able to pass along the home (and their favorite rocking showcase the home to their most likely buyers—a young chairs, as a housewarming gift) to the next generation. n S H A U N N A B U R H O P. C O M

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MY SERVICES

Shaunna is STAGING + SELLING

SEARCHING + INVESTING

Every home has a story, a unique narrative that has the ability to captivate the imagination and enable potential buyers to imagine themselves living their best lives in your home.

Whether your goal is to capture a high value quick sale, or coordinate with a new home purchase, creating and marketing that story is critical.

Whether a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, or transitioning seller moving to a larger or smaller home, I’ll listen and collaborate with you to define your goals and develop your overall search strategy. You’ll benefit from my experience, strong market knowledge, negotiation skills, attention to detail, and community network.

Key benefits include:

Key benefits include:

• Personalized, honest advice and options tailored to your unique home and goals

• A Home Buyer Direct Access Program providing access to off-market listings. I can often make arrangements for a private tour before a home hits the market

• Comprehensive pricing assessment of your home’s value in the current market plus tips and customized recommendations for improvements that can maximize your bottom line • Professional staging, pre-listing preparation, and stand out photography to present your home in its best light

SHAUNNA BURHOP

is one of the top real estate agents in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, and she has consistently been recognized as one of the Top 10 Real Estate Agents in Illinois. Call Shaunna to request a consultation today at 847.275.0277.* 14

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• Persistent communications to a network of potential buyers and top producing agents, promoting your listing • Sophisticated online marketing and social media campaigns, utilizing high quality imagery and storytelling • Personal attention to get you through inspection, appraisal, and other contract contingencies

• Creativity and professionalism that has enabled buyers to successfully purchase their home even in competitive multiple offer situations or under condition of selling their existing home first • Honest advice and personal attention to get you through inspection, appraisal, and other contract contingencies • Analytical insights regarding home values, area market trends, and community comparisons to assist buyers with decision making • Access to my network of trusted service providers such as attorneys, inspectors, and lenders

“Shaunna was extremely helpful and knowledgeable when it came to picking out our first home—we had loads of questions and she had the answers. Buying a home is stressful enough, but Shaunna made it easy, even with a pandemic happening! I would recommend Shaunna to anyone— she is honest, responsive, and checks in on us still to this day” — Caroline, Arlington Heights

*Virtual appoint ment s now available!

your Key to Sold RENOVATIONS + DESIGN

RELOCATION + RETIREMENT

SENIOR LIVING + ESTATES

With aging inventory throughout our marketplace and tough competition for value properties, identifying homes that have the potential for modernization takes a critical eye. Being able to assess both the financial implications and the design possibilities, I’m able to provide clients valuable information and a network of vetted pros they can rely on.

Relocation or retirement plans provide an extra level of logistics whether moving across town or across the country. Relocating can have the added stress of changing jobs or settling the family into a new routine, while retiring often involves downsizing to smaller spaces. My insights and experience can help make the process easier.

Whether moving as a choice to a Senior community or helping sell the estate of a loved one, the process can be fraught with complexity, emotion, and stressful decision making. Having a trusted advisor who can guide you through can make all the difference. I’ll provide options and recommendations based on each person’s goals and capabilities.

Key benefits include:

Key benefits include:

Key benefits include:

• Financial analysis and historical data review to assist with decisions about post-renovation value

• Targeting areas to relocate or retire via my network of trusted experts who can provide local market knowledge and advice

• Connecting you with trusted professional service providers such as estate sale companies, legal counsel, movers, and tradespeople

• Extensive knowledge of renovated inventory to offer initial design modernization ideas that fit with today’s lifestyle

• Communications with out-of-area agents to coordinate the home sale and purchase

• Hands-on approach to getting you through inspection, appraisal, and other contract contingencies

• Access to moving companies and other service providers who specialize in out of state moves

• Recommendations of trusted contractors and design professionals

• Certifications that enable me to work with all of the top thirdparty relocation companies (if you have an employer-sponsored relocation package)

• Compassionate and sensitive handling of sellers who may not have moved in a very long time • Resources for Senior move management including a design consultant who can help with space planning into smaller homes

Open House is a promotional magazine edited and published by Shaunna Burhop, designed by Adam Moroschan (adammoroschan.com), and printed through Printivity. com. All content is ©2020 Shaunna Burhop, all rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Follow Shaunna on Instagram and Facebook at ShaunnaBurhopRealEstate for market trends, design ideas, homeowner tips, and valuable real estate insights. You can also call or text to set up an appointment at 847.275.0277 or E-mail shaunna.burhop@bairdwarner.com. ADDITIONAL PHOTO CREDITS COVER: Meg Berger PG 02–03: (headshot, mirror) Meg Berger; (dining table) VHT Studios; (girl in car) Something Blue Photography/somethingbluephoto.com; (couple on floor) Realstock/Shutterstock.com PG 04– 05: (couple) Meg Berger; (mudroom) ashleywinndesign.com; (pergola) cottonstem.com PG 13: (exterior) VHT Studios PG 14: Meg Berger BACK COVER: Meg Berger

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Your home is where my heart is, now more than ever.

This year has challenged us all. But my clients are always at the heart of my business, and I haven’t stopped working to find creative ways to achieve their dreams. Whether you are buying, selling, downsizing, retiring, or moving because of a life change, I’m here and ready to help. Don’t put your dreams on hold.

Call me today at 847.275.0277 or email me at shaunna.burhop@bairdwarner.com.

Virtual appointments are now available!

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