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PROVEN SUCCESS. SERV I C E T HAT STA N DS OUT. Michael has lived his entire life in the Chicagoland suburbs. He grew up in Tinley Park, and spent his summers at the family cabin located at Lakes of the Four Seasons in Crown Point, Indiana. Michael is a proud alum of Marian Catholic High School, where he was a four year letter winner for the Marian Catholic Wrestling team. Michael attended North Central College, where he double majored in Accounting and Business Management. After which he went to Graduate School at North Central College where he attained his Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus in accounting. After graduation he worked for 3 years as a staff accountant at a local accounting firm. After those 3 years, Michael made a change and decided to focus all of his energy in pursuing a real estate career. He had become a licensed REALTOR Broker during his college years. Michael has earned numerous industry awards including…. Top 1% of all Brokers in the Chicagoland Market, Top 15% of all Brokers in the Country and was awarded the 2020 Broker of the Year for highest sales volume for Village Realty, Inc. Currently residing in Frankfort, IL Michael lives with his rescued Golden Retriever and best friend, Rocky. Michael is an assistant wrestling coach at his former high school, Marian Catholic. He spends his free time with family and friends, often at the family cabin where boating, bonfires, and board games are at the core of how time is spent. An avid sports fan, he enjoys supporting all Chicago teams and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football. He also loves to personally golf and bowl. Michael is fully invested in helping his clients reach their real estate goals. His passion and knowledge of current markets is one of his greatest assets to all potential real estate clients. Whether buying, selling, or renting, Michael Glenn can help you reach your real estate goals.
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B U Y I N G I N F O R M AT I O N 1. MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE It is very important to evaluate yourself and your situation to help ensure that buying a home is the right decision for you. We believe in full disclosure and the importance of planning. Some questions you should ask yourself: What reasons are prompting you to move and what is your preferred timeline? Have you been through the pre-approval process? What amount are you approved for? When we find the right home for you, are you prepared to make an offer? 2. YOUR LIFESTYLE Deciding on what type of home you want to live in is just as important as deciding on where you want to live. For some, location is everything. For others, home details are everything. It is important that you decide what is most important for you and what type of lifestyle you truly desire. 3. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Another important decision during the buying process is proximity to important things such as schools, work, grocery stores, and amenities such as shopping centers, restaurants, parks and recreation centers. These things define your lifestyle choice and are not only necessary, but convenient. 4. WHEN SHOULD I SELL? You should immediately establish your time frame for selling. Obviously, serious sellers would like to sell as quickly as possible and for the most amount possible, however, it is good to know what the most effective plan of action is before listing your home. If you need to sell quickly, we can speed up the process by giving you a complete market analysis and action plan to obtain all of your goals. If there is no pressing need to sell immediately, you can sit down with us to thoroughly review the current market conditions and find the most favorable time to for you to sell.
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M O R T G A G E I N F O R M AT I O N GETTING STARTED You’ve decided you want to buy a home. Now what? The first – and most important step to the home buying process is financing. You can’t do anything until you know how much you can afford. To get started, you need to understand what lenders are looking for from a borrower. There are three main factors that help determine if you qualify for home financing: income, assets, and credit history. DIFFERENT TYPES OF MORTGAGES: Getting a mortgage is one thing. Getting a mortgage that best suits your situation is another. Some mortgages have less strings attached but have more strict stipulations, while others may be harder to get, but have more flexibility. It is important to have all the information about mortgages available to you before you decide to move forward in the purchase of a home. Find out how I can help you find the mortgage that best suits you. INCOME & ASSETS Most loan programs require the lender to verify all of your income sources. Typically you will need to provide pay stubs, your W-2 and copies of your tax returns. Lenders will also want to go through your assets and how much of a down payment you will have when determining your loan approval. CREDIT HISTORY All lenders review a borrower’s credit history to determine the type of credit used, the amount owed, and the borrower’s repayment history.
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MOVING CHECKLIST It is important that you use this checklist in order to be well-prepared when buying a home. The last thing you would want to happen is to move into a home without the necessities in life such as electricity, gas, water, or work/school related services such as Internet/phone, etc. Be sure everything is in order to keep things running smoothly during the buying process. If you need assistance, we are always here to lend a helping hand. It`s what we do!
UTILITY PROVIDERS • Electricity Providers • Telephone Providers • Cable & Internet Providers • Gas Providers
CLUBS & MISCELLANEOUS • Country Club • Health & Fitness Club • Recreation Club • Book Club
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS • IRS/CRA • Post Office • Schools • State/Provincial Licensing • Library
BUSINESS ACCOUNTS • Banking Institutions • Cell Phone Providers • Department Stores • Financial Companies • Credit Card Companies
INSURANCE COMPANIES • Accidental Insurance • Auto Insurance • Health Insurance • Benefits Provider • Home Insurance • Life Insurance
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • Broker • Accountant • Doctor • Dentist
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ONLINE EXPOSURE We use the Internet and all online tools to help find your next home. With most buyers checking the web, getting online is the most effective and efficient way to search for homes. We web presence and online network will help me find a home that best suits you! Most people search for a home using three main search engines. We make sure to give you the widest possible access on these platforms.
BUYER SEARCH ONLINE! More than half of all homebuyers search online first when looking to purchase a home. It is vitally important that you are able to view the full range of potential homes to find the one that’s right for you. TOURING HOMES IN PERSON AND ONLINE Some people look at several homes before finding just the right one and others find “the one” immediately. Thanks to the Internet, you can streamline your search process significantly by checking out homes for sale online. You can visit open houses and preview everything that’s for sale in your market.
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B U Y E R S P R E PA R AT I O N You’re ready to buy - or maybe you’re just ready to start seriously thinking about buying. There’s a lot you can do to prepare. With so much information available at your fingertips, you may already be doing a lot of your own research. Here are a few things to keep in mind while you get started. DETERMINE YOUR PRICE RANGE The best place to start when buying a home is to find out how much house you can afford. An experienced agent can refer you to a mortgage broker who can assist you with determining how much of a down payment you can afford, comfortable monthly payment, and the type of loan that fits your needs best. Serious buyers who are highly motivated should go through the effort of getting pre-approved; not only will this allow you to focus your home search, but it will also position you as a serious buyer in the eyes of sellers when the time comes to make an offer. MAKE A LIST AND PRIORITIZE Imagine your ideal home and location. Now make a list of everything you envisioned, take that list and break it down from high to low priority. High-priority items are the things you cannot live without in your new home. (Large Bedrooms, Large Closets, High-end appliances, proximity to amenities and schools, etc.). Lower-priority items are those that are an added bonus, but not necessary. (Jetted-tub, landscaped yard).
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B U Y E R S P R E PA R AT I O N THE PRICE IS NOT ALWAYS RIGHT It is a good idea to make sure what you think you are buying is indeed the property you are buying. It is so important to feel comfortable with your purchase during the home buying experience. Feeling comfortable starts with financing, but then leads into feeling confident that your purchase is sound. Having a professional home inspector is the way to gain peace of mind. A proper inspection will cover all areas of the house both structurally and mechanically and give you an objective view of the property. A qualified home inspector will also provide you with a written report indicating areas of concern and the estimated cost of repairs. HERE ARE A FEW HOME INSPECTION TIPS: Ensure the home inspector checks for visible issues with plumbing, electrical systems, roof, insulation, walls, ceilings, floors and windows, and the condition of the foundation. Ensure your home inspector gives you a close and personal look at your new home. It takes about three hours to go through all the systems, and if there are any problems, you will see them with your own eyes. They will also give you maintenance tips and easy fix-ups, if necessary. Ensure that in the end, you receive a detailed report that summarizes the condition of your home. The method most often used in evaluating single family homes is the Comparable Method. A property is worth what the buyer is willing to pay for it and this is determined by the basic laws of supply and demand. These two factors are evaluated by comparing the home with similar homes that have sold within the market area, with appropriate consideration given to location, amenities lot size, condition, and financing terms.
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TRUSTED ADVICE ARE YOU DEALING WITH AN EXPERT? Did you know that the average agent sells or helps their client buy only 8 homes per year? Did you know that 45% of real estate agents spend less than $500 per year on training and professional development. These are the facts, and I am fully committed to personal development and training to better assist you when it comes to finding a hope that best suits you and your needs. WE ARE COMMITTED We are committed to finding a home that fits your criteria, from budget, to location to style. We are dedicated to making sure you are paired with a home that works for you and/or your family. Not all available homes for sale may meet every one of your expectations, but we ensure we will find a home that best suits you and your needs. WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY Sellers often make the mistake of wanting to price their homes high at the start, with the assumption that they can always reduce the price to a more realistic level later on. However, interest peaks when your home is fresh to the market and often declines as time goes on. YOUR WISH LIST Many agents have trouble keeping up with your wish list and many times end up cutting corners when searching for a home that fits your criteria. There is definitely some compromises that sometimes have to be made, but it is my duty to find the ideal home in the ideal neighborhood for an ideal price. Now doesn’t seem ideal? STICK TO THE SCHEDULE Now that you have made an offer, you and the seller will be given a timeline to mark every stage in the process of closing the real estate contract. Meeting the requirements on time ensures a smoother flow of negotiations and also ensures that each party involved is not in breach of their agreements. During the process we keep you constantly updated so you will always be prepared for the next step.
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CLIENT REVIEWS We were originally referred to Simone as she was well-known in the community for being a successful real estate investor. What we learned from Simone far exceeded any expectations we had. She not only guided us through the entire legal process of real estate investing but he also helped us develop a complex strategic investment plan that we continue to follow to this day. We now have 6 rental properties and earn more cash flow passively then with both our full-time jobs combined. We are financially secure and cannot thank Simone enough for all he has done for us. Jerry & Julie
Simone made house shopping/buying and selling so easy and stress free!! She was incredibly organized, honest and efficient with every step of the process. As a first time home buyer, it was very intimidating to me but I never once felt worried - she’s incredible!! Highly recommend her for any real estate needs!! Thanks for finding us our dream home!” Lee-shawn
I’ve been with Simone for a few years and will never deviate! She’s personal, professional, detail-oriented, effective and keeps your needs above hers. She and her team work tirelessly at doing their best and I highly recommend them and their services.” Stacey & Junior
My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Simone and her team on the purchase and sale of our first home, and the purchase of our new home. Simone always went out of her way to make sure that he understood our requirements, and was critical in walking us through both the purchasing and selling process. She has a great sense of humour and upbeat personality which makes the entire buying and selling process run smoothly. I would highly recommend Simone and Agent Marketing Group for your real estate needs Ronald
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22660 S Harlem Ave 70 8 .2 63 .5 8 69
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