love where you work BROKER HANDBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING STARTED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 INTRANET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CONTRACT ADMIN & ACCOUNTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 LIST SIDE SERVICES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 BUY SIDE SERVICES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 MARKETING SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 BROKER SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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WELCOME! WE ARE SO GLAD YOU’VE JOINED THE TEAM.
CONTACTS FRONT DESK
Your office manager and front desk staff are your first point of contact. They can help with any questions on @properties’ systems, tools, new listings, sitting floor and conference room reservations.
The front desk will notify you by email if any envelopes, packages or brochures have been delivered or dropped off for you at the office. Any faxes that are sent to the main office fax number are scanned to your @properties email. To contact the front desk, email MLS(office location)@atproperties.com. Your front desk email is . [Example: mlsohio@atproperties.com or mlswinnetka@atproperties.com] MARKETING
For all marketing and advertising questions or requests, please contact marketing@atproperties.com. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
For all contract administration questions or requests, such as contracts and commission checks, please contact contractadmin@atproperties.com. ACCOUNTING
For all questions on invoices, income reports, paying licensed assistants or 1099s contact accounting@atproperties.com.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Contact ithelp@atproperties.com to schedule an appointment to setup your computer and handheld devices or for any other IT or website related questions, such as how listings are displayed on various websites.
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CONTACTS SIGNS
Contact signs@atproperties.com to request your complimentary open house sign or to order any additional riders. **To order a For Sale or For Rent sign, create a property folder and follow the checklist to order the domain and sign. You can also place orders for additional signs through the intranet.** BROKER HEALTH / DENTAL INSURANCE
For more information or to enroll in the @properties health/dental insurance plan, contact your office manager. VHT
CHICAGO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS ®
To contact a CAR representative regarding general membership questions or to make a payment, call 312.803.4900 or login to your account at chicagorealtor.com. NORTH SHORE - BARRINGTON ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS ®
To contact a NSBAR representative regarding general membership questions or to make a payment, call 847.480.7177 or login to your account at nsbar.org. MORE - MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS
To contact a MORE representative regarding general membership questions or to make a payment, call 630.324.8400 or login to your account at succeedwithmore.com OAK PARK AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
To contact OPAR representative re: general membership questions or to make a payment, call 708.386.0150, or log in to your account at oakparkrealtors.org. MRED
To sign up for MLS training classes or questions relating to the MLS, please visit mredllc.com or contact the MRED help desk at 630.955.0011.
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To make an appointment with a VHT professional photographer, email support@vht.com, call 800.790.8687, or go to my.vht.com.
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NEW @BROKER CHECKLIST TO THE RIGHT is a checklist that’ll ensure a smooth transition:
❑ BUSINESS CARDS Your office manager will order your first set of business cards. You will receive 250 complimentary cards. A proof will be provided to you. Once you approve the proof, the turnaround time is 7-10 business days. If you need to order additional business cards, please email the business card order form to marketing@atproperties.com.
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PHOTOS
We require professional headshots for the website, announcement cards, postcards and all other marketing materials. A headshot is required in order for you to appear on the website. Visit the intranet for recommended photographers at marketing / headshot photographers. Email photo to marketing@ atproperties.com.
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BIO/PROFILE NOTE: BIO & PROFILE REQUIRED TO BE ON ATPROPERTIES.COM
Your bio will be posted on the atproperties.com website and on all Restaurant Guide orders. Please login to the intranet to update your online bio and check to make your bio visible on the @ properties site. A bio is required in order for you to appear on the website. When writing your bio, please include the following: • Name • How long have you lived in your area
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• Tenure with @ properties/year joined
• Areas of specialization
• Years in real estate/any special designations
• Member of any community organization(s)
• Education/college degree/school attended/major
• Favorite weekend/after work activities
• Neighborhood/community where you live
• The most exciting and gratifying part of your job
In order for your profile to be visible on the Agent site and @properties website, you must complete 3 things: 1. Send headshot to marketing@atproperties.com 2. Complete your bio: Intranet / Website / Agent Site / About Me - text only (Check the box above the text field before clicking submit.) 3. Confirm your MLS ID# is on the Intranet / Profile / Preferences / Professional
❑ C REATE YOUR OWN PERSONAL WEBSITE ON THE @PROPERTIES INTRANET Your personal website is different than your profile page listed above. Login to the intranet to get started by adding your listings, testimonials, and more!
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MAILING DATABASE
Your database must be organized in Excel for announcement cards, postcards and other printed mailings. Please email your database to marketing@ atproperties.com to participate. Use the Excel template from the CRM. Email marketing@ atproperties.com to request your announcement card proof. GETTING STARTED
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EMAIL DATABASE
Your new broker e-nouncement which includes your photo and contact information, the monthly e-newsletter and your listing e-nouncements are sent to your database of email addresses. Your email database is accessible through your intranet account login. To learn how to use the e-campaign tool, sign up for a seminar at atpropertiestraining.com. An e-nouncement will not be distributed without the bio, headshot and MLS number. Please email both your bio and headshot to marketing@ atproperties.com for your e-nouncement. You will be notified when proof is ready to proof, approve, and send to your sphere. YOUR ATPROPERTIES.COM EMAIL
Your @ email will be set up after you complete all the required paperwork with your office manager. Please refer to the email instructions on how to access your email on page 7. Email ithelp@ atproperties.com to set up your laptop for the @ wireless network and phone/tablet.
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VOICEMAIL
Your office manager will provide you with a voicemail extension and instructions if you would like an extension at the office. If you don’t have an extension, then the caller is given your cell phone number.
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SIGNAGE
You will receive one complimentary open house sign. Please email signs@atproperties.com to order your complimentary open house sign as well as any additional signage needs.
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DOWNLOAD @ GENT APP AT ATPROPERTIESAPP.COM
For sign-in instructions, refer to @ gent App section on page 16.
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UPDATE PROFILE ON REALTOR.COM
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UPDATE PROFILE ON ZILLOW
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UPDATE PROFILE ON TRULIA
❑ U PDATE SOCIAL MEDIA: FACEBOOK/ TWITTER/LINKEDIN
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GET TESTIMONIALS
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NEW @BROKER CHECKLIST ❑
SIGN UP FOR THE FOLLOWING TRAINING CLASSES AT A TPROPERTIESTRAINING.COM IN THE NEXT MONTH:
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• @orientation
• Open house
• DMS
• Marketing boot camp
• @gentApp
• Brochure tool
• E-Campaign
• CRM
• DocuSign
• Ninja Training
• Listing presentation
• Agent metrics
VIDEO TRAINING
We also offer video training on the @App. Below is a list of some of the videos we have available; login to the @App to see more! • DMS overview • CRM – overview
• Website – Overview
• CRM – Adding contacts
• Website – Testimonials
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• CRM – Managing records
• @ gentApp
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SEMINARS
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RSVP ONLINE AT ATPROPERTIESTRAINING.COM
• Marketing boot camp
• Getting What You’re Worth
• Motivating Referrals
• @ orientation
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TRAINING FOR BROKERS NEW TO BUSINESS
• R eal Estate 101
YOUR @ORIENTATION CLASS IS SCHEDULED ON AT YOUR RE101 CLASS IS SCHEDULED ON AT
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EMAIL LOGIN TO EMAIL
1. Go to http://portal.microsoftonline.com 2. Enter your @properties email address as your user name; for example: johndoe@atproperties.com. 3. Your password will be the password that was set up with the office manager at your orientation.
SETTING UP YOUR IPHONE
On your iPhone go to Settings -> Mail, Contacts, Calendars -> Add Account -> Microsoft Exchange. 1. Email: username@atproperties.com (example: johndoe@atproperties.com) 3. Username: (username example: johndoe@atproperties.com) 4. A pop up may say “Unable to Verify Certificate”. Click on “Accept.” 5. A new field called “Server” will appear underneath “Email.” Type in: outlook.office365.com 6. It will ask you to sync contacts and calendar Check out the Intranet FAQs for additional instructions on how to setup your phone, or email ithelp@atproperties.com.
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2. Domain: atproperties.com
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EMAIL SIGNATURE STYLE GUIDE LOOK AT IT FAQs on the intranet for instructions on how to set-up your signature.
Anne Proper | Broker Associate @properties 212 E. Ohio Chicago, IL 60611 312.506.0453 atproperties.com
{Arial 13 pt, bold | Arial 13 pt. regular} (Arial 14 pt. bold, red @ sign) {your office address: Arial 12 pt. regular}
{hyperlink to @properties. Do not include “www”}
Anne Proper | Broker Associate @properties
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212 E. Ohio Chicago, IL 60611 312.506.0453 8
atproperties.com Click here to download my app!
{your office address: Arial 12 pt. regular}
{hyperlink to @properties. Do not include “www”} {hyperlink to your @properties broker app}
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STYLE GUIDE PLEASE ADHERE to the above guidelines to help us maintain our branding and consistent level of professionalism.
• The “p” in properties is ALWAYS lowercase • The word “properties” is ALWAYS lowercase • There is NO SPACE between the @ and the p - Example: @properties • When using color, the @ symbol should always be in RED • When using color, the word properties should always be BLACK (on a white background) • The font size of your email signature, including the company name, should not be larger than 14 pt. * T IP: WEBSITE ADDRESSES WORK WITHOUT THE “WWW.” AVOID USING THIS
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“WWW.” IN YOUR MARKETING MATERIALS.
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INTRANET
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LOG-IN THE @PROPERTIES INTRANET IS YOUR DESTINATION FOR ALL YOUR
@PROPERTIES AND REAL ESTATE RESOURCES.
GO TO ATPROPERTIES.COM
located in the upper right hand corner click on “LOGIN OR REGISTER.” You will log in with your @properties email and the password you chose.
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DID YOU KNOW...
You should be receiving an email from our IT department with a link to create a password. If you do not receive the email, click Login or Register then “I forgot my password” on the atproperties. com home screen to generate a new password to your Intranet account. Scroll to the bottom of the page, and select the Intranet tab.
Located at the bottom of the screen will be a link entitled “INTRANET.” Click on this link for direct access to the @intranet site.
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@HOME REPORTS DID YOU KNOW...
That 78% of all dissatisfied real estate clients stated “lack of communication” as their #1 broker complaint? Avoid miscommunication and sign your sellers up for your @properties home report.
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These are automatically generated once live on the MLS.
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PRINTABLE DOCS
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PROCESS
Go to My Essentials -> Printable Documents Click headers to expand Click “Download File” to save to your computer or view documents in each group
If you use PDF Expert on your your Apple® devices, these documents will automatically sync.
SEARCH for docs in the Printable Docs
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DIRECTORY
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Go to My Essentials -> Broker Directory Export to Excel •All contacts are synced throughthe @brokerApp For a directory of our staff go to:Resources -> @Directory -> Support Staff Directory
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@BROKER APP WHAT IS IT?
The @gent App is a communication tool accessible on all mobile devices as well as via the Web from any desktop or laptop computer. This tool is successful in marketing pocket listings, looking for pocket listings for your buyer-clients, asking for advice or vendor recommendations and sharing information across @brokers. 1. Download the app to your laptop/phone/tablet at atpropertiesapp.com
2. Your password is the your password from the Intranet 3. Look at Featured Posts in the app and watch @gent app Training Videos
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@BROKER APP TOP ADVANTAGES FOR OUR SELLERS:
1. T he app connects all @properties brokers and matches your home with a prospective buyer. The app is like a property matchmaker. 2. We provide valuable exposure during a time when most listings are not being marketed. The higher the level of exposure, the more likely it will sell. 3. The exclusivity of the app creates urgency in a market with low inventory. Urgency leads to a higher sales price in a shorter amount of time.
4. The app allows brokers and sellers to test the market at a certain price prior to listing publicly, allowing an educated decision to be made prior to accruing market time. TOP ADVANTAGES FOR OUR BUYERS: LOVE WHERE YOU WORK
1. The app connects all @properties brokers and matches your needs with properties that are not yet on the market, like a property matchmaker. 2. Our brokers can give you an early opportunity to view and purchase during a time when others are waiting for properties to hit the Multiple Listing Service. 3. In a market with low inventory the app gives our buyers the potential to avoid the frenzy of a multiple-offer situation. By having an early look our clients may have the first option to purchase.
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INSTALL @GENT APP ON IPHONE IOS
1. Go to atpropertiesapp.com and click download and install 2. Then go to Settings - General - Device Management/Profile - Yapmo LLC - Trust “YAPMO LLC” - Trust 1
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E-BROCHURES PRESENTATION BROCHURES CAN BE VIEWED ONLINE AT MYATPROPERTIES.COM/PRESENTATIONS. BUYER PRESENTATION BOOK TO DOWNLOAD a pdf of any one of the brochures please log-in to the intranet and click on the “Marketing” link and then click on “Presentations.”
The Buyer Presentation Portfolio is the perfect tool for any home buyer. The Buyer Book is a detailed overview of the entire buying process outlining a step-by-step process, mortgage information and comprehensive list of glossary terms. The portfolio also includes a home buyer checklist, property comparison worksheet and neighborhood presentation book.
Stop looking, start finding.
Start your search today.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PRESENTATION BOOK
The Neighborhood Presentation Book is included in the Buyer Presentation Portfolio. The neighborhood pages feature detailed descriptions of each neighborhood, the housing architecture and the lifestyle of the that particular community. There are a variety of neighborhood guides available.
21 Rogers Park
Wildwood
7 Edgebrook/
Pulaski Park
Sauganash
Norwood Park
Hollywood Park
Union Ridge Big Oaks
A GUIDE TO CHICAGO’S NEIGHBORHOODS
8 Bowmanville
North Park
11 Jefferson Park
Lincoln 14 Square
Mayfair Albany Park
Portage Park
Montclare
Irving Park
Belmont Central
Cragin
North Center
Irving Park
Kilbourn Park
Schorsch Village
28 Uptown Buena Park
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Edgewater
1 Andersonville
Ravenswood
Roscoe Village
Avondale
12 Lakeview/ Wrigleyville
Belmont Gardens
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Logan Square
13 Lincoln Park
Hermosa
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Galewood
Bucktown
5 Humboldt Park
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Wicker Park
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Noble Square
Goose Island
Austin
Old Town
Gold Coast
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United Center
Garfield Park
Douglas Park
Lawndale
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Little Italy
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Brighton/ McKinley Park New City
Archer Heights
Canaryville
Bronzeville/ Lake Meadows Oakland/ Kenwood
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Gage Park Garfield Ridge
Hyde Park
West Elsdon
Clearing West Lawn
Park Manor
Scottsdale
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Englewood Marquette Park
Ashburn Wrightwood
Gresham
Chatham
Grand Crossing
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E-BROCHURES LISTING PRESENTATION BOOK
Selling a home for the best price in the shortest amount of time, this is the @properties goal. The @properties Listing Presentation Book is a case bound book that highlights the @approach. Not only does this piece leave a lasting impression with your clients but highlights all the marketing you provide a listing. The book will also serve as a step-by-step checklist for your clients on how to prepare a home in the best possible way prior to going on the market.
@PROPERTIES’ CLIENTS BENEFIT FROM OUR #1 MARKET SHARE IN A NUMBER OF KEY CATEGORIES LEADING TO MORE EXPOSURE FOR YOUR HOME.
HOMES WITH NO PRICE CHANGES
#1 BUYER’S REPRESENTATIVE: .................................. 17.51% AVERAGE (CITY)
TOTAL $ VOLUME (BY BROKER)
SELLING PRICE
#1 SELLER’S REPRESENTATIVE: ................................ 17.25% AS A PERCENTAGE (CITY)
HOMES WITH AT LEAST ONE PRICE CHANGE
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
AVERAGE SELLING PRICE AS A PERCENTAGE OF ORIGINAL LIST PRICE
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
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#1 IN LUXURY: ................................................................ 19.90% (CITY)
#1 DAYS ON MARKET: ................................................... 61 DAYS
97.48%
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#1 IN MARKET SHARE: ................................................. 17.45% (CITY)
MARKET SHARE TOTALS
SOURCE: MRED, LLC. CITY MARKET SHARE FOR 1/1/14– 12/12/14, LUXURY MARKET SHARE, 1/1/15-4/1/15. DAYS ON MARKET, TOP 5 COMPANIES.
SOURCE: BROKER METRICS, MRED LLC DATA, 3/2014-2/2015, BASED ON TOP 4 BROKERAGE FIRMS IN CHICAGO
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No one does it better than @properties; we approach developments from “the ground up.” @properties is known for its execution of sales and marketing for new and conversion developments. This book showcases the @properties development success story with detailed case studies and a marketing plan that has proven itself time and time again.
FROM THE GROUND UP from the ground
It’s how you trans Form land Into homes, homes Into commun It Ies, commun It Ies Into ne Ighborhoods. It’s how you bu Ild your name, your bus Iness, your reputat Ion. It’s lay Ing a sol Id Foundat Ion, h Itt Ing all your marks, and know Ing you’re only as good as your last deal.
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CONTRACT ADMIN & ACCOUNTING
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CONTRACT ADMIN & ACCOUNTING PLEASE CONTACT each of the following departments if you have any questions from contract to close
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION (CA)
contractadmin@atproperties.com • Facilitates your deals from CTG to CLSD • Ensure the right documents are submitted • Handle earnest money deposits • Provide commission statements and checks for closing • Calculate broker commission payments • General support for questions on payouts and documentation • Facilitate the Proper Title Pay-At-Close process, allowing you to receive your commission check at closing ACCOUNTING
accounting@atproperties.com • Issues monthly broker expense statements (emailed and posted to the intranet) around the 15th of each month • Processes commission deductions for outstanding expenses • Issues 1099s and uploads 1099s to the intranet 22
• Posts monthly broker income reports, production reports, and annual expense summary to the intranet • Processes payments to your licensed assistants • Cuts commission checks to brokers and co-op brokers • Facilitates broker retirement and tax savings with TDAmeritrade. For information on how to sign up, contact info@atfinancial.com • Handles billing and payments for broker health and dental insurance
CONTRACT ADMIN AND ACCOUNTING
CONTRACT ADMIN & ACCOUNTING DEAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (DMS) MANAGING BROKER
• Signs all listing agreements • We provide 6% & 7% listing agreements on the Intranet. • Approves all commission reductions • Approves broker exemption for primary residence rentals/sales (one allowed each year if over $1M production) • Assists broker with any commission dispute with other brokers • Approves any exceptions to standard fees / expenses BROKER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Enter all listings and buy side deals in the DMS
• Turn in balance of earnest money checks immediately. If the closing is less than two weeks away, have the buyer obtain certified funds or send a wire. • Provide as much information as possible to your contract admin to ensure your payouts are accurate • Attend your closings
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• Turn in initial earnest money checks as soon as the contract is executed and you receive the check
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CONTRACT ADMIN AND ACCOUNTING
TRANSACTION FLOW
Create Listing Property Folder
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CONTRACT ADMIN AND ACCOUNTING
DMS INBOX CHEAT SHEET FOLLOW THIS GUIDE TO UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS INTO THE DMS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, ASK YOUR OFFICE MANAGER / FRONT DESK. REMEMBER TO include your MLS ID# in subject line. Reference instructions by the copier in your office for more information.
OPTION 1 – NEW EMAIL TO THE DMS INBOX
• Open a new email • Attach the file to the new email • Type your MLS ID into the subject line • Send to DMS@atproperties.com OPTION 2 – FORWARD AN EMAIL TO THE DMS INBOX
• Open the email with the attachment • Delete the subject line and insert your MLS ID
• Click the file
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• Send to DMS@atproperties.com
• Click “Upload File(s) Now” button
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OPTION 3 – CLICK AND BROWSE YOUR COMPUTER
• Click the khaki-colored section in the inbox • Locate the file that you want to upload on your computer
OPTION 4 – DRAG AND DROP ON YOUR COMPUTER
• Open the folder with your file that you want in the inbox • Click the file and hold the button • Drag the file to the khaki-colored rectangle in the inbox • Click “Upload File(s)” Now button OPTION 5 – SCAN DIRECTLY FROM THE OFFICE SCANNER (OR YOUR OWN!) TO DMS @ATPROPERTIES.COM
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@BROKER FINANCIAL REPORTS MONTHLY BROKER INVOICE/ANNUAL EXPENSE REPORT
Located on the intranet under: My Essentials -> My Financial Reports • Around the 15th of each month, your expense statement is posted online. • @properties pays for many various broker expenses up front and then bills you
back according to the accounting policy.
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BROKER COMMISSION REPORTS
Located on the intranet under: My Essentials -> My Financial Reports • Around the 15th of each month, your income report is posted online. • The Gross income shown on this report will match your 1099 at the end of the year.
EXAMPLE YTD BROKER INCOME REPORT
CONTRACT ADMIN AND ACCOUNTING
@BROKER 1099 HIGHLIGHTS • 1099s are delivered electronically on the intranet in January for all brokers who opt in to receive it online. • Hard copies of 1099s are delivered to brokers’ mailboxes for brokers who opt not to receive 1099s electronically. • Brokers’ YTD income report for the full calendar year will be posted to the intranet early in January.
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• Please talk to your accountant for any advice regarding your tax return and the deductibility of any business expenses–@properties accounting cannot provide tax advice.
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EXAMPLE 1099
CONTRACT ADMIN AND ACCOUNTING
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LIST SIDE SERVICES
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LIST-SIDE SERVICES THE FOLLOWING ARE INCLUDED AT NO CHARGE IN LISTING PACKAGE:
• Administrative Support/MLS activation • Contract administration support • Settlement Statement Tax-Time Reminder Letter - End of year reminder to client with copy of settlement statement • Case bound presentation booklet (leave behind with seller) • CMA materials • Thank you email, social media email and listing agreement emailed to client • Client Survey: After each closing, @properties will automatically send a survey to your client via email. Surveys include a series of five questions and an opportunity for your client to write a testimonial. Completed surveys will be emailed to you. Surveys are perfect for marketing and branding pieces. • Property signage (standard 30" x 32") — includes name, broker mobile #, broker email and custom domain. • Professional still photography (10 signature photos) and virtual tour • Property brochures (50) • Custom property e-nouncement • Sales Genie/Info USA database search information (500 names) 30
• North Shore Weekend corporate advertising (North Shore) • Complimentary property domain name • Online advertising: • Trulia.com (enhanced/showcased) • Zillow.com (enhanced/showcased) • Realtor.com • Adwerx LUXURY COLLECTION
• Luxury hardcover brochures (25) • Wall Street Journal advertising LUXURY COLLECTION ONLINE
• wsj.com • LuxuryPortfolio.com • Juwai.com (targeting Chinese buyers) LUXURY COLLECTION SIGNAGE
• One complimentary 30" x 32" sign with Luxury Portfolio logo provided per listing with name, broker phone number, broker email and custom property domain
LIST SIDE SERVICES
LISTING PRESENTATION BOOK LISTING PRESENTATION BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR FRONT DESK.
DON’T FORGET TO attend our listing presentation class. Sign-up at atpropertiestraining.com.
Selling a home for the best price in the shortest amount of time is the goal of @properties. The @properties Listing Presentation Book is a hard cover, casebound book that highlights the @approach. Not only does this piece leave a lasting impression with your clients, but highlights all the marketing you provide a listing. Marketing includes advertising, custom property brochure, direct mail piece and all the benefits of the @properties’ extensive online marketing program. The book will also serve as a step-by-step checklist for your clients on how to prepare their home in the best possible way prior to going on the market.
pricing your home – (market) time is money market share matters
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market share every year We have been in business. And more market share means more exposure for your home – exposure through online marketing, signage, broker-to-broker marketing, advertising, e-mail promotion, direct mail and buzz marketing.
More exposure means more page views, more phone calls and more showing requests, and that ultimately means shorter market times and higher overall selling prices. The proof is in the numbers. @properties not only works to build market share. We put market share to work for you.
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contrast, the surest way to see that selling price decline is to set a listing price that’s too high and then go through a series of price reductions to chase the market.
@properties’ clients benefit from our One of the biggest mistakes sellers can makeshare is to believe #1 market in a number of key that just because their home will sell for one price on dayto more exposure categories leading 60 it will sell for the same price day 160. usually, it foron your home. doesn’t work that way. Remember, time is money, and the best way to optimize both is to work with your broker in #1 in MarkeT SHare: ................................................. 18.40% (city) setting an accurate listing price.
Setting an accurate listing price is so important because the greatest amount of showing activity for a home occurs within the first few weeks of market time. This early activity tends to be from serious buyers who are currently in the market and are therefore drawn to new listings with a greater sense of urgency.
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#1 buyer’S repreSenTaTive: .................................. 18.10% (city)
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#1 SeLLer’S repreSenTaTive: ................................ 18.70% (city)
Mkt 18.4%
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average selling price as a percentage of original list price
source: mred, llc, 1/1/1512/31/15. based on closed sales volume, city of chicago.
source: broker metrics, mred llc data, 1/1/2015-12/31/2015, based on top 4 brokerage firms in chicago
#1 in Luxury: ................................................................ 19.10% (city) #1 DayS on MarkeT: ................................................... 66 DayS
3,000 Mkt 11.1% Mkt 9.5%
2,000 source: mred, llc. city market share for 1/1/15– 12/31/15, luxury market share, 1/1/15-12/31/15. days on market, top 5 companies.
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• C ity version • C ity Luxury version • North Shore version • Suburban/Chicagoland version • MI/IN version • WI version
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COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS CMA PRESENTATION MATERIALS
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MLS #: Status:
06787712
06879761
07032940
ACTV
ACTV
ACTV
Street Number: 532
2435
1728
849
Compass Point:
W
N
N
Street Name: N Claremont
AUGUSTA
Richmond
HOYNE
Street Suffix:
BLVD
ST
AVE
Chicago
Chicago
Chicago
$379, 000
$379, 900
$419, 000
273
184
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City: Chicago List Price: Sold Price: Closed Date: Market Time: Total # Of Rooms:
9
6
10
Bedrooms:
3
3
3
2.1
2
2.1
Less Than .25 Acre
Standard Chicago Lot
Bathrooms: Subdivision: Lot Size:
UKRAINIAN VILLAGE
Approx Sq Ft: Type of House Detached: Dining Room:
Less Than .25 Acre
1269 2 Stories
1.5 Story
Combined w/ FamRm (WFR)
Separate (SEP)
1.5 Story
Living Room Size:
13X11
10X10
11X14
Master Bedroom Size:
17X10
10X10
11X8
Full, Walkout, Finished, Exterior Access
Full
Full, Finished
Detached, 2.5 Car Garage, Garage Door Opener(s) (Auto)
Detached, 2 Car Garage
Detached
Off Alley
Off Street
H, Off-Site
100+ Years
Unknown
51-100 Years
Brick (BR)
Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS)
Brick (BR)
Model: Basement:
Garage Type:
Parking: Age: Exterior Building Type: Elementary Sch Dist:
299
299
299
High Sch Dist:
299
299
299
Short Sale/Foreclosure/CourtLender Approval Required, etc. (CLSD Only) (Y/N):
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price for your home is to set the listing price correctly right out of the gate. By
has
homes With no price changes
However, as time goes by, interest wanes, and longerthan-average market times tend to fuel the perception that the home itself (not just the price of the home) is flawed. Therefore, longer market times can actually drive value down.
the surest Way to get the highest selling
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NEW LISTING PROCESS YOU HAVE THE LISTING, NOW WHAT? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS: 1. ENSURE THE LISTING AGREEMENT AND DISCLOSURES ARE
COMPLETED, SIGNED AND DATED
2. DMS – CREATE A PROPERTY FOLDER
Click the button in the DMS under My Essentials in the intranet to create a property folder and enter all property and client information. 3. INSIDE THE PROPERTY FOLDER:
• Email or Upload all Listing Documents in the DMS • Order VHT Photos • Market your listing as a Pocket Listing (click in the Property Folder) • Complete the information in order to automatically create a pocket listing post in the @gent app and to send to website users with saved searches. • Order a Domain and Sign (if applicable) (click in the Property Folder) • Create and Print Brochures (once photos are returned from VHT) i. For luxury listings, email marketing@atproperties.com to get started with a designer. 32
ii. For non-luxury listings you may create your brochure as soon as photos are received, or you may wait for a proof from marketing, typically 1-2 days after photos are available. • Draft the listing in the MLS and notify your Front Desk when the listing is to go live. • Create and send a property enouncement • Order just listed postcards 4. CREATE A SEARCH ON THE @GENT APP IN THE PROPERTY NEEDED LOOP
• Click the magnifying glass in the upper right hand corner • Select Property Needed from the drop down box • Complete the fields with your property’s information • Under Search Results in the upper left, click the gray Feed button, and name your search to save it. • You will be notified any time an agent posts a buyer need that matches your property 5. POST THE .INFO DOMAIN ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGE(S) 6. EMAIL FRONT DESK WITH OPEN HOUSE AND BROKER OPEN REQUESTS
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NEW LISTING PROCESS 7. EMAIL FRONT DESK WITH ALL STATUS AND PRICE CHANGES BY
FORWARDING WRITTEN SELLER REQUEST/CONFIRMATION
• In order to cancel and re-list a property in the MLS, seller must sign a new listing agreement. 8. FRONT DESK WILL EMAIL YOU THE MLS #. THE @HOME REPORTS
ARE AUTOMATICALLY SET UP FOR EACH LISTING
The front desk will also send the “Thank you for listing” letter with executed listing agreement and social media letter to your client(s). All property disclosures will automatically be uploaded to the MLS for your listings. 9. RENTALS: THE FRONT DESK WILL PROVIDE YOU A CUSTOM APPLICATION WEB
LINK FOR YOUR LISTING. SHARE THIS LIKE ONLY WITH POTENTIAL APPLICANTS.
ALL REPORTS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE LANDLORD.
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VHT ORDERING PROCESS 1. CONTACT VHT CLIENT SERVICES
All orders must be placed through VHT Client Services. Photographers are not allowed to accept orders in the field. • Go to: my.vht.com • Email: Orders@VHT.com 2. P ROVIDE ESSENTIAL PROPERTY INFORMATION AND PREFERRED
DAYS AND TIMES
I f all pertinent property information is not provided when placing the order, the order and appointment will NOT be scheduled. VHT Client Services will contact you via email to notify you that more information is needed before the order can be placed. For properties over $500,000, a floor plan is required. Additional fees apply. 3. RECEIVE ORDER CONFIRMATION FROM VHT
or all orders placed before 2 PM, you will receive an email confirming your F order information, appointment and assigned photographer by the end of the business day. Orders placed after 2 PM will receive confirmation by 12 PM the following business day. 4. PREPARE THE HOME FOR THE PROPERTY TOUR APPOINTMENT
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VHT photographers are not allowed to move/rearrange furniture or stage your client’s home.
STOP! If this listing is a relist/ repost please visit your myvht account. If the order is placed via phone or email to vht directly, you will incur an additional fee. It is free if done through MYVHT.
5. ARRIVE ON TIME FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT
All appointments are a maximum of 45 minutes. If the home is not prepared for the appointment when the photographer arrives, the photographer cannot stay longer than your 45 minute appointment. Photographers are not allowed to enter your client’s home alone. 6. IMAGES SENT TO @PROPERTIES
VHT will send all of your images to @properties.
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RENTAL LISTINGS SERVICES INCLUDED . . . $100
• Multiple Listing Service Input • Multiple Listing Maintenance • Contract Administration Support E NHANCED ONLINE ADVERTISING:
Note: if listing is both for sale and for rent, it will only show for sale. • atproperties.com (Listing must be in the MLS) • Zillow.com (Listing must be in the MLS) • Trulia.com • LuxuryPortfolio.com (if the rent is above $4K monthly)
Extra print and marketing services are available for additional fees. Prices available upon request. PRINT & MARKETING TOOLS
• Professional photography and virtual tour • Property flyers • Signage with domain • Extras • Direct Mail • Custom Banners • Enouncements
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BUY SIDE SERVICES • Buyers will receive a monthly magazine subscription, home gift cards and a follow-up restaurant guide showing them the best places to try in their new neighborhood. • All @properties buyers within the specific neighborhoods below will receive a restaurant guide. Each guide features the broker’s bio page and includes a letter to the client from the broker. • Please visit the intranet for a list of restaurant guides available.
best of bucktown restaurants The Bristol Jane’s Trenchermen Club Lucky Taxim Mott Street Lillie’s Q Feast
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BUYER BROCHURE AND PORTFOLIO STOP LOOKING, START FINDING®.
Buyer Portfolios, including a Buyer Book and Neighborhood Guide are available at your office front desk.
The Buyer Presentation Portfolio is the perfect tool for any home buyer. The portfolio includes a home buyer checklist, property comparison worksheet, step-by-step home buyer booklet and an in-depth neighborhood book, all enclosed in a black portfolio. The neighborhood book includes an area map with detailed descriptions of each neighborhood.
Stop looking, start finding.
Start your search today.
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A VARIETY OF NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDES AVAILABLE.
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BUYER BOOK
Stop looking, start finding. A Guide To Chicago’s Neighborhoods.
NEIGHBORHOOD BOOK
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WE SUCCEED WHEN YOU SUCCEED @properties
is committed to providing cutting-edge marketing tools and services to help you succeed in your business. Our goal is to make it as easy for you as possible. The following pages outline our range of services from automated brochure tools to affordable advertising and direct mail. Need help? Just email marketing@atproperties.com and get an answer to any of your marketing questions.
CREATE YOUR OWN WEB SITE NOTHING SAYS ‘LEADING EDGE’ LIKE A PROFESSIONAL, PERSONAL WEBSITE. USE YOUR personal website URL in all marketing and communication. Add testimonials and other information to help clients learn more about you.
We make it easy to create and maintain your own online presence through the @ intranet. Work with online leads and registered users, set up searches for clients using the Power Search function, give clients home reports and more. We can also redirect users to your own personal domain from the @properties website as well. Unlike the ‘profile’ page on the site, you control everything on your personal website. Take full advantage of this powerful marketing tool with these easy steps: • Login to the intranet and hover over the Website tab, clicking on the Broker site button. • Click on About Me located in the left hand navigation. • Type or make changes into the box, using the formatting tools (e.g. Bold; Italics; etc). • If you wish to copy your About Me section on your Brokersite to your profile page, click the box under “Display title” section. This will send your About Me copy to Marketing for review and publishing to your profile page.
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BROKER MOBILE APP HERE’S HOW WE SUGGEST YOU START DISTRIBUTING THE APP:
WHAT IS IT? It is an app that allows your clients to directly link to your listings and view via their mobile device.
1. Include it in your email signature. A great way to do this would be to say something like Click here to download my app on a mobile device. See the examples in the “email signature style guide” section of this book. 2. Post your link on social media, like Facebook, so that your network can download your app. But be sure to offer a reason why, maybe something like “See what’s happening in your neighborhood with my new @properties app!” 3. At your first meeting with potential buyers or sellers, send them the link to your page, or take them there on their mobile device.
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4. If you have a domain name that you’ve purchased or want to purchase, such as www.ThadAndMike.com, you can forward it to your profile page so that you can use it in print and digital marketing to drive downloads of your app.
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CREATE YOUR OWN WEBSITE PROPERTY BROCHURE @ PROPERTIES MARKETING BROCHURES MAKE A GREAT IMPRESSION FOR YOU AND YOUR CLIENT. EACH NEW LISTING under $1 million gets 50 property brochures for free.
This automated tool is fed from your VHT tour. It allows you to customize your layout to copy, proof, revise, and send to print. The brochures will be delivered to your office in two – three business days from time of submission. PROPERTIES UP TO $500K GET AN 8-PG FULL-COLOR BROCHURE. PROPERTIES $500K - $999K, WITH 13 IMAGES OR MORE, GET A 12-PAGE FULL-COLOR BROCHURE.
You will receive a notice when your proof is ready. You can print directly from that or make changes. Log in to Intranet > Marketing > Create Brochures to access the tool. PROPERTY BROCHURES ARE PRINTED AND DELIVERED TO YOUR OFFICE. INTRANET > MARKETING > CREATE BROCHURES
• Open folder next to address, click ‘Edit’ • Follow the steps to the end of the tool • Render proof, check proof thoroughly • Order Prints 44
New VHT tours or updates to existing tours sync to tool within 24 hours. Typical turnaround is 2-3 business days after order is placed. 50 copies are included in the listing fee.
www.1923noyes.info
CITY 7
NORTH SHORE
HARBOR COUNTRY
Stop looking, start finding® atproperties.com
456 DOWNTOWN STREET, LINCOLN PARK
456DOWNTOWN.INFO
ANNE PROPER 312.491.0200 anneproper@atproperties.com
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
All specifications, features, designs, price, assessments, taxes and materials are subject to change without notice. Depicted floor plans and architectural renderings are only an artist’s impression.
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Custom single family finishes throughout
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Custom millwork, 14” Crown Molding along with mahogany hardwood flooring throughout
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Kitchen features custom cabinetry, Viking appliances and built in wine cooler
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Custom marble tiled baths - master featuring separate jacuzzi and steam shower
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Entire condo built out with full A/V system and sound throughout unit
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Two deck spaces - front recessed terrace and rear balcony
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Huge master suite with large walk in closets
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Living room fireplace, additional office space and custom window treatments as well!
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2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
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LUXURY BROCHURE — $1 MILLION+ Every @properties luxury listing includes a professional virtual tour and 10 high resolution photographs. EACH NEW luxury listing includes 25 luxury brochures, which are printed and delivered to your office, free of charge.
Additional photographs are recommended for a high-end luxury brochure. After you have scheduled your virtual tour, you will be contacted by the marketing department for details about your listing, followed by an email with a PDF proof. Brochures are printed on high-quality paper and bound with a custom cover. 25 copies are included in listing fee instead of listing brochures. Email VHT link and copy for brochures to marketing@atproperties.com. Typical turnaround is 4-5 business days after approval. 2223 WEST BELDEN AVENUE
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2223OF WEST BELDEN AN ADDRESS OF DISTINCTION. YOU 2223 WEST BELDEN AN ADDRESS DISTINCTION. YOU ARE GOING VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE THOUGHTFUL ARE GOING TO BE VERY IMPRESSED WITH TO THEBE THOUGHTFUL DESIGN AND DETAIL THROUGHOUT THIS RESIDENCE. DESIGN AND DETAIL THROUGHOUT THIS RESIDENCE. O TOUMR EDSI M E N S I O N S I N T E R I O R FR EA
Foyer.................................... 6' x 6'
Foyer .................................... x 6' • Nicely • Nicely nestled between Lincoln Park,6'Bucktown and Logannestled Squarebetween Lincoln Park, Bucktown and Logan Square Living Room ................... 27' x 23' and just steps to the urban oasis of Holstein Park and just steps to the urban oasis of Holstein Park
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Dining Room .................. 23' x 21'
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Kitchen ............................ 19' x 12' Pantry .................................. 7' x 6' Deck ................................. 26' x 21' Master Bedroom............. 27' x 15' 2nd Bedroom .................. 27' x 18' 3rd Bedroom ................... 18' x 13' 4th Bedroom ................... 13' x 12' 5th Bedroom ................... 17' x 14'
Dining Room .................. 23' x 21'
• Built on an extra wide lot (36' x 100') which provides greater • Built on an extra wide lot (36' x 100') which provides greater Kitchen ............................ 19' x 12'
flexibility in room design and enjoyment
Pantry .................................. 7' x 6'
flexibility in room design and enjoyment
Attached oversized garage – 2.5 car with oversized door – • Attached oversized garage – 2.5 car26' with oversized• door – Deck ................................. x 21' 8' limestone x 18' solid masonry construction – block, brick and limestone 8' x 18' solidMaster masonry construction 27' – block, Bedroom............. x 15' brick and 2nd Bedroom .................. 27' xipe 18'(Brazilian • 4 outdoor spaces, all constructed with decking • 4walnut) outdoor spaces, all constructed with ipe (Brazilian walnut) decking 3
3rd Bedroom ................... 18' x 13'
• Huge deck above the garage with pergola and custom oversized ipe the garage with pergola and custom oversized ipe • Huge deck above 4th Bedroom ................... 13' x 12'
lounges, tables and separate dining area
5th Bedroom ................... 17' x 14'
lounges, tables and separate dining area
Family Room .................. 27' x 25'
• Grilling deckFamily right Room off the.................. kitchen 27' x 25'
Mud ..................................... 8' x 7'
Mud off ..................................... x 7' facing north, • Two large decks the master suite –8'one south • Twoone large decks off the master suite – one facing north, one south
• Extra high ceilings on all floors • • • •
mobile 312.254.0200 312.307.4907 mobile office 312.123.5555 773.862.0200 direct
• Grilling deck right off the kitchen
• Extra high ceilings on all floors
1st floor - 11' 2nd floor - 10' 3rd floor - 10' lower level - 10'-6"
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Living Room ................... 27' x 23'
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1st floor - 11' 2nd floor - 10' 3rd floor - 10' lower level - 10'-6"
BROKER ASSOCIATE
anneproper@atproperties.com kim@atproperties.com 312.307.4907 mobile lakeeffectchicago.com 773.862.0200 direct
kim@atproperties.com lakeeffectchicago.com
FLYER TOOL HOW TO USE THE FLYER TOOL:
1. atproperties.com > login > intranet > marketing > flyer tool 2. Create new 3. Tours will show after you ‘create new’ 4. Flyer tool allows upload of PRINT QUALITY photos. If you get a low quality warning, better source photos are needed. 5. Follow the steps to the end of the tool 6. Render proof 7. Check proof thoroughly 8. Order prints 9. Typical turnaround is 1-2 business days (after you place the order)
PROPERTY DOMAIN NAME HOW TO ORDER A DOMAIN NAME:
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Every listing includes a free domain name. Simply log in to the intranet to create a property folder & order a domain. 1. a tproperties.com > login > intranet > my essentials > deal management system > create a property folder > complete all information & follow checklist 2. Enter the address of your listing and click “Submit” 3. Suggested domain names will appear 4. One complimentary “.info” domain for every listing 5. Additional “.info” domains are $10.00 6. Click “Continue” once domain is selected 7. Confirm domain is correct and click “Place Order” 8. O nce your listing is placed in the MLS, please make sure to provide your domain name to your front desk admin to ensure the domain is activated PLEASE ALLOW 24 HOURS FOR DOMAIN NAME TO GO LIVE
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PROPERTY E-NOUNCEMENT E-nouncements are HTML flyers sent to your email database from your email address to promote your new listing.
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This tool allows you to preview, make content changes, approve and email e-nouncements to your desired contact list.
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LISTING VIDEO Visually showcase your listing and expand your digital reach with a Listing Video! Each video tour package includes: • Full Length Property Video • Each full length listing video will include the home, building or property amenities, and neighborhood highlights.
*Every video will be featured on the @properties Youtube page for effortless viewing and sharing. You will also receive a link to download the video file and custom thumbnail if you’d like to upload to your own Youtube channel.
• Social Media Clip Each full length listing video will also receive an Instagram and Facebook friendly version of their video, as well as instructions for easy sharing. • Zillow Video Walkthrough
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SIGNAGE The @properties Marketing Package includes (1) 30” x 32” two-sided swing sign with your name and office number. This sign can be installed on a post, fence, face of a building or in a window. Once an order is placed, it will take 2 business days for the sign company to fabricate the sign and another 1 business day for installation (please indicate in the initial email the install type).
signage
:: Listing Signage :: Riders :: Open House Signs ::
Email all orders to signs@atproperties.com PlEasE rEfEr to markEting fEEs & turnaround timEs documEnt on thE intranEt for Pricing One complimentary 30” x 32” is provided for each listing
commercial
Thad Wong
Mike Golden
Mike Golden
thadwong@atproperties.com
mikegolden@atproperties.com
mikegolden@atproperties.com
773.251.6600
773.251.6611
773.251.6611
2246burling.info
2246burling.info
residential under $1,000,000 and multi-unit
2246burling.info
residential listings over $1,000,000
all commercial listings
Community name where listing is located Example: Elmhurst, Lake Forest, Highland Park, etc.
signage #1 in evanston
#1 in evanston
Thad Wong
thadwong@atproperties.com
Thad Wong
thadwong@atproperties.com
773.251.6600 773.251.6600 2246burling.info
2246burling.info
Evanston listings under $1,000,000
Evanston listings over $1,000,000
Email all orders to signs@atproperties.com
Mike Golden Mike Golden mikegolden@atproperties.com
mikegolden@atproperties.com
PlEasE rEfEr to markEting fEEs & turnaround timEs documEnt on thE intranEt for Pricing 773.251.6611 773.251.6611 Riders
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2246burling.info 30” x 6” (double sided) Rider Wilmette listings cell: 312.491.0200 over $1,000,000
Wilmette listings under $1,000,000
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#1 in winnetka
#1 in winnetka
Thad Wong Thad Wong thadwong@atproperties.com thadwong@atproperties.com
773.251.6600 773.251.6600 2246burling.info
2246burling.info
Winnetka listings under $1,000,000
Winnetka listings over $1,000,000
:: Listing Signage :: Riders :: Open House Signs ::
#1 in wilmette
30” x 12” (double sided) Rider
cell: 312.491.0200 website.com
Single Family #1 in kenilworth
#1 in kenilworth
Mike Golden Mike Golden24” x 18” :: “A Frame” Open House Signs mikegolden@atproperties.com
mikegolden@atproperties.com
Complimentary sign provided 773.251.6611 773.251.6611 to each new agent 2246burling.info
Standard sign with rider
cell: 312.491.0200
cell: 312.491.0200 website.com
Single Rider Sign
Double Rider Sign
2246burling.info
Kenilworth listings under $1,000,000
Kenilworth listings over $1,000,000
Custom Open House sign
signage
:: Listing Signage :: Riders :: Open House Signs ::
Email all orders to signs@atproperties.com
312.320.2188
Leslie Maguire 847.899.9420
PlEasE rEfEr to markEting fEEs & turnaround timEs documEnt on thE intranEt for Pricing
Plywood 4’ x 8’ Signs
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2035 north leavitt 5 units 2 Bedroom :: 2 Bath plus Den :: :: :: :: :: :: :: ::
2035 north leavitt New Construction
Luxury Duplex Condos Michael Golden
312.491.0200
:: 2 Unit Building :: Garage Parking :: 8’ solid Core Doors
2035leavitt.info
Michael Golden
2 Bedroom :: 2 Bath plus Den
Gut Rehab Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Separate Dining Room/Sun Room Marble Baths Washer/Dryer Hook Ups Additional Storage Parking Available
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773.251.6611
New Construction Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Separate Dining Room/Sun Room Marble Baths Washer/Dryer Hook Ups Additional Storage Parking Available
Thaddeus Wong
773.251.6600
24” x 36” “A Frame” Open House Sign
OPEN HOUSE sunday 1:00-3:00
Michael Golden 773.251.6611
2’ x 3’ Open House Banner
2840 north paulina
New Construction Michael Golden Luxury Single Family
312.491.0200
:: Bamboo Floors :: Granite & Stone Baths :: Stainless & Granite Kitchens
:: 2 Unit Building :: Garage Parking :: 8’ solid Core Doors
2840paulina.info
Michael Golden
:: Bamboo Floors :: Granite & Stone Baths :: Stainless & Granite Kitchens
Michael Golden
773.251.6611
773.251.6611
2035leavitt.info
2035leavitt.info
residential under $1,000,000 and multi-unit
residential listings over $1,000,000
1221 isabella 3 Bedroom :: 2.1 Bath 1221 :: :: :: :: :: :: :: ::
isabella
Fantastic location Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Separate Dining Room/Sun Room Marble Baths :: Fantastic location Stacked Washer & Dryer :: Granite Countertops Additional Storage :: Stainless Steel Appliances Two Car Garage :: Separate Dining Room/Sun Room
3 Bedroom :: 2.1 Bath
:: ::
Marble Baths Stacked Washer & Dryer
:: Additional Storage Michael Golden
847.763.0200 ::
Michael Golden
773.251.6611
Two Car Garage
1221isabella.info
Michael Golden
773.251.6611 1221isabella.info
commercial listings
North Shore & Evanston Listings
MARKETING SERVICES
ADVERTISING @properties marketing programs revolve around our extensive in-house
marketing department with full print and digital capabilities, and through an exhaustive catalog of online, mass media, and grassroots marketing initiatives. Brokers are provided with advertising opportunities through a variety of publications. Watch for emails regarding upcoming deadlines and advertising opportunities. Log on to the intranet to view advertising packages and archives of previous ads. GO TO: INTRANET > MARKETING > ADVERTISING > ADVERTISING PACKAGES
AD MANAGEMENT SYSTEM This can be found on the Intranet by following MARKETING > ADVERTISING > ORDER ADS/AD MANAGEMENT
The AMS is a great tool for purchasing advertising packages, reserving weekly and monthly ads, managing upcoming deadlines and keeps a library of all of your ads.
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ONLINE ADVERTISING We put the Internet to work for your listing. It’s part of our comprehensive marketing package focused on selling your home fast and for the best price. @properties’ administrative staff enhances all listings on the below websites. Enhanced listings include additional content, photo gallery of ten still shots and four 360º virtual scenes. E NHANCED LISTINGS ON:
• Zillow.com
• Trulia.com ADDITIONAL ONLINE EXPOSURE
• LuxuryPortfolio.com ($1 Million+ Homes) • LeadingRE.com • Realtor.com • wallstreetjournal.com • Adwerx • Crain’s (luxury section) 50
• @properties social media sites and blogs
USING ADWERX @properties is partnering with Adwerx to increase online exposure for listings! We will be providing all listings over $350,000 with a one-week complimentary “Just Listed” digital ad campagin. Brokers will also have the ability to extend the ad campaigns, or run their own, individual campagins at a 15% discount. HOW IT WORKS ADVERTISE ON THE ENTIRE WEB
• Ads go where people spend their time online, including hundreds of top websites. TARGET ADS TO THE RIGHT LOCATIONS
• Ads are geographically targeted to people near the listing’s location. FIND PEOPLE WHO ARE LOOKING TO BUYOR SELL REAL ESTATE
• Adwerx targets people browsing real estate related sites. REPORTING MADE EASY
• Adwerx will automatically email you that your listing is running, as well as update emails showing where your listing ad was featured, as well as how many times the ad was viewed and clicked. MARKETING SERVICES
DIRECT MAIL XPRESS DOCS
Exposure! Market your new listing (and yourself) to the neighborhood with “Just Listed” and “Just Sold” postcards. Submit your own database or let Marketing conduct a target market search for you. @properties purchases a monthly subscription to Sales Genie and passes the info on to you free-of-charge for first 500 names. Find potential buyers or sellers by searching by area, home value, household income and more. Login to Xpress Docs, our postcard vendor, via the intranet to create your mailer. If you need a target marketed database, fill out the database request form (available on the intranet) and include that with your request.
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MONTHLY MAILERS THE MONTHLY MAILER postcard program makes it easy to stay in front of your sphere of influence or farm every month. Monthly mailers include professionally written content covering current real estate trends.
Submit your current mailing database and your monthly mailer will be printed, addressed and mailed first class for you. A copy of your card will always be mailed to you at your respective office address. Contact Marketing to sign-up or for more information.
15 THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT 3. opens its 18th office in Oak Park this summer
10. Wong appeared in a number of @properties ads dressed as Richie Tenenbaum from The Royal Tenenbaums (Why? Only Thad knows.)
4. remains a locally-owned company through and through
11. has made the Inc. 500/5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies eight times
5. became the #1 residential broker in Chicago in less than 10 years
12. received a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace award two years in a row
6. has the top-producing single office on the North Shore
13. has given 218 Rolex watches to its brokers since starting the Road to Rolex sales awards program
1. celebrates 15 years of business this April 2. began as a four-person boutique brokerage
7. overtook the title of Illinois’ largest independent real estate firm in 2013 8. is the fastest-growing broker in Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana 9. co-founders Thad Wong and Mike Golden are Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year winners
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14. achieved a record $5.6 billion in annual sales in 2014 15. supports local organizations such as Noah’s Arc Foundation through our charitable arm, @gives back
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LIFE REFINED
LIFE REFINED is a luxury magazine designed for private client and luxury professionals that believe in nurturing and communicating the value of important relationships. Brokers must sign up for all 4 publications to participate in this direct mail package. There is a minimum of 50 magazines @ $10/per for each issue. There are 4 issues that run quarterly throughout the calendar year. compliments of Anne Proper @properties
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Dear [Letter Name], From food and wine to fashion, art and interior design, Life Refined is the ultimate source for all things fabulous. I thought you would enjoy the magazine’s latest issue, which features great travel tips and ideas. In this issue of Life Refined, we’re exploring the decadent things in life. Our writer, Barbara Toombs, introduces us to some of the world’s finest chocolatiers, unveiling the history and details involved in producing a truly fine chocolate. From the type of bean used and handcrafted artistry to exotic infusions like lavender and saffron, this taste bud trip is a true treat. Also on the palate front is an exploration of ice wines, the sweet and exquisite dessert wine that’s among the rarest vinos in the world. What makes this wine so special? Besides its spectacular flavor profile, it’s harvested under extreme temperatures and tricky to make; we’ve scoured some of the best for you to try. You’ll also find that this issue is full of plenty of adventures to be had—visit the ancient temples in Thailand; explore the deep blue sea with your own personal submarine; or try an out-of-this-world experience (yes, literally) by hopping aboard one of the very first commercial space flights. Whatever it is you fancy this winter, these pages are packed with plenty of ideas to consider.
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DIRECT MAIL LUXURY PORTFOLIO CUSTOM MAGAZINE
The Luxury Portfolio International® Magazine is now available for brokers to customize and mail to their personal sphere. Personalizing this 32-page version of the current Luxury Portfolio Magazine edition is an easy, inexpensive and powerful way to make a great impression. The minimum order is 100 for $4.95 each. Brokers can sign up through the Luxury Portfolio website through our Intranet portal or go to xchange.luxuryportolio.com and click on Custom Magazine.
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@BROKER DESIGN SERVICES Broker branding allows @properties brokers to individualize themselves, giving them the opportunity to improve their personal real estate business. By using our broker branding services, sales consultants can market themselves to specific audiences and markets. @properties has created numerous custom pieces that can help sales consultants
streamline their marketing needs, from personalized logos, promotional items, target-market mailing databases to custom postcards and brochures. We offer a wide range of pre-existing marketing materials that have already been created, however, brokers are not limited to these set designs. Broker ideas can be brought to life through the creative process to benefit their personal marketing needs; the options are endless. Depending on the piece, the process and turn around time fluctuate. There is an hourly design fee for services, your designer will provide an estimate at start of the project. DannY GLiCk
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312.671.1516 | dannyglick@atproperties.com
Prior to entering the real estate industry Danny held the position of marketing manager for iBm. after working towards a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, he held positions as: a teacher, research analyst, hotline crisis counselor, case manager for Big Brothers/Big Sisters and small business entrepreneur. Throughout Danny’s career paths, he has learned the value of listening. He brings this astute understanding to his successful real estate career and is able to assist his clients through what can sometimes be a complex process. Danny’s objective is to advise his clients so thoroughly, that they are ultimately empowered to make their own informed decisions with confidence
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and conviction. Danny’s clients receive something much more valuable than expert real estate advice and a successfully completed transaction: they receive peace of mind. Danny’s approach to successful home marketing hinges on two factors – generating excitement about the property, and exposing the property to the right target audience. equipped with the latest technology in the industry, his marketing efforts span every available medium (mail, newspapers, website, e-mail, multiple Listing Service, digital still photos, signage, etc.) and his proficiency with these tools enables him to target marketing materials to effectively enhance the sale of his client’s property. Danny’s approach to assisting buyers in finding the right home focuses on satisfying deeper, more personal needs and wants in addition to home composition and amenities. By discovering those needs and wants, benefits like: convenience, comfort, aesthetics, lifestyle, pride and safety. This discovery results from the extra time and effort devoted to efficiently and effectively assisting in secure the home of his buyer’s dreams. Clients say that Danny is a rare and special individual, that he is passionate, creative, diligent and straight forward. He holds the following memberships: member of the national, Chicago, and illinois associations of Realtors. (naR, CaR, iaR) and accredations: GRi: Graduate of Realtor institute aBR: accredited Buyer Representative QSC: Quality Service Certification CRS: Certified Residential Specialist Danny has lived in Chicago for 8 years and currently resides in Lakeview. He is an avid athlete, musician and philanthropist.
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@BROKER BRANDING BROCHURE Broker Branding Brochures are about YOU and your business. Your book will highlight your achievements, resume of sales, proposed marketing plan and past marketing samples. The final piece is a professional perfect bound book delivered to you. Design fees apply.
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Email marketing@atproperties.com. You will be assigned a designer to work with. Upon filling out the required informational forms, your designer will create a proof for your review.
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growing in the suburbs
@properties’ focus on the local market has made us a leader in Chicagoland. With offices throughout Chicago’s surrounding suburbs – as well as the No. 1 market share in the city – we are the largest independent real estate brokerage firm in the state of Illinois and one of the top 25 residential brokers in the U.S. @properties’ hands-on ownership, fluid response to the market and highest attention to our clients’ needs have brought a new level of innovation and strength to the suburban real estate marketplace.
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GROW YOUR BUSINESS affordable seasonal gifts include items such as acclaimed barbeque sauce, best-loved local cookies, summer lotions, and many more memorable items. Marketing will select a new gift, coordinate the purchasing and mailing, and top it off with a personalized letter from you!
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GIFT CENTER You can now easily access @properties exclusive deals for closing gifts and other company offerings including @gear, @partners and deals with over 100,000 brands at nationwide retailers all in one spot!
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TRAINING WE WANT YOU TO SUCCEED!
@properties provides on-going comprehensive training for all aspects of your
business. With new and on-going sessions for novice and expert brokers alike, there’s always something to help you sharpen your skills and grow your business. LOG IN TO ATPROPERTIESTRAINING.COM TO SEE WEEKLY OFFERINGS. A SAMPLING OF AVAILABLE COURSES:
• Getting What You’re Worth • Motivating Referrals • Getting More Done with Less Stress • Real Estate 101 • Ninja Selling Installation @ORIENTATION:
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) • E-campaign tips and tricks • Brochure tool training • PointDrive 60
• DocuSign The @gent app also hosts a wealth of training videos available for viewing at your convenience. Log on: atpropertiesapp.com > Training/Coaching
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BROKER REFERRAL PROGRAM @PROPERTIES IS A UNIQUE GROUP OF PROVEN ACHIEVERS WHO THRIVE ON HELPING ONE ANOTHER FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE COMPANY.
Any professional you refer to the company that makes our community stronger is greatly appreciated. For every licensed broker an @properties consultant refers, the existing @consultant receives a referral bonus.* Contact your office manager for more details and to request broker referral program form. PROCESS
Receive $500 after the referred broker’s first closing or receive a bonus based on their 1-year production. Year of Production......... Bonus
$1-$3 million......................... $1,000 $3-$5 million........................ $1,500 $5-$7 million........................$2,000 $7 million +.......................... $2,500 * Referral Bonus is not awarded for brokers who join @properties as a member of an existing team or who join the company with a team. Bonus payment to be paid after broker’s first closing on a quarterly basis.
SALES MEETINGS Sales meetings hosted by @properties co-founders, Mike Golden and Thad Wong cover company events, programs, new developments, marketing, technology and to recognize achievements of the @properties consultants.
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0-$1 million...............................$500
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COMMERCIAL DIVISION @properties offers sales, leasing, investment-advisory and consulting services to
owners, investors, tenants, asset managers and other clients within a broad range of commercial real estate sectors, including: • Office • Industrial • Retail • Multi-Family • Mixed-Use • Land • 1031 Exchanges • Triple-Net-Leased Properties • Student Housing • Reo / Distressed Properties • Development / Zoning Analysis • Construction Analysis • Leasing
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We also know that no matter how exciting the opportunities are, the experience of relocating can be stressful. That’s why @properties Relocation has brought together the best people and practices to make the relocation experience enjoyable and comfortable. DESTINATION SERVICES
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• Relocation counseling
• Engaging, customized presentation of communities, market data, etc.
• In-depth community information • Coordination of home finding trips • Selection of relocation-trained Realtors® • Monitoring & follow-up on home finding trips • Area tours HOME MARKETING AND INVENTORY PROPERTIES
• Relocation counseling • Selection of relocation-trained Realtors® • Award winning marketing to showcase properties
• Presentations at destination or origination with staff available for 1:1 counseling at events • Development and facilitation of group tours to potential destination sites RENTAL ASSISTANCE
• Area orientation and tour • Property viewing • Lease negotiation • Temporary housing
• Monitoring of showing activity • Vendor management for repairs and improvement • Staging AGENT SERVICES
@ GIVES BACK ABOUT @GIVES BACK
The @properties @gives back Community Fund provides an outlet for brokers, employees and colleagues to make a positive impact on dozens of communities and thousands of lives throughout Chicagoland. MISSION
@gives back Community Fund was created out of the desire to give back to Chicago and to help support the city that has allowed our company to grow and prosper during even the most challenging of economic times.
We believe that together with our brokers and clients we can create change and growth in the neighborhoods in which we live and work. @properties is working to improve the quality of life for those found in unfortunate circumstances, by supporting programs that focus on helping people in times need. MAKING AN IMPACT
@properties was pleased to announce that through our charitable arm @gives back, we raised $110,000 in 2015 for Noah’s Arc Foundation; an organization that helps fund arts and sports programs for at-risk youth in Chicago. In 2016, we partnered with Duncan Keith from the Chicago Blackhawks, to benefit the Keith Relief Charity.
WORKING TOGETHER Guaranteed Rate offers low-rate, low-fee mortgages through a simple, easy-to-understand process and unparalleled customer service.
TurboAppeal is a local technology firm that uses a propriety algorithm to quickly identify comparable properties that give homeowners the best chance for the greatest possible tax savings.
Charlie is an app that gathers information on the people you’re about to meet before you meet them.
PointDrive is an innovative web-based application that allows users to package, personalize, and track the content they share with clients.
@RENTAL DIVISION The goal of the Rental Division is to market and lease high-end apartments and condominiums and to develop an ongoing relationship with luxury rental buildings in the Chicago metropolitan area. This team is happy to service all referrals in the city and suburbs and will give a 10% referral to the referring broker. AGENT SERVICES
CONTACT
Rental Division 214 North Lincoln Ave. 312.397.0200 Rental referrals to rentaldivision@atproperties.com
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MANAGING YOUR BUSINESS & PERSONAL FINANCES
@financial is a premier financial services brokerage offering a suite of complimentary services to @properties brokers, staff, and clients. COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES: BROKER SAVINGS & RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS
Have a portion of each commission check automatically deposited into a retirement or savings account set up for you based on your financial goals. Whether you want to set aside money to pay taxes, accumulate funds to spend on marketing, or save money for retirement, we can put the structure in place to help you achieve your financial goals. RETIREMENT PLANNING
Access to in-house financial advisors who specialize in comprehensive retirement planning and will help you set and track your progress towards your retirement goals. COLLEGE PLANNING 64
Professional college planning services providing access to college funding solutions, tuition reduction strategies, and guaranteed scholarship programs. INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES
Access to professional investment advice and management through @financial Investments. As an @properties broker you can receive reduced management fees, no commission on trades, and access to a wide variety of securities products. FINANCIAL ORGANIZATION & BUSINESS PLANNING
Access to financial advisors who can assist with credit repair, debt reduction, budgeting, business planning, or a number of other financial planning services. INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
Analysis, Advice, and Comparative Shopping for all lines of insurance–life, health, disability, long-term care, auto, homeowners, renters, liability. CONTACT
Sam McElroy 773.572.2386 info@atfinancial.com
Tad Cook 312.810.2032 info@atfinancial.com
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@BROKER ROAD TO ROLEX AWARD THE ROAD TO SUCCESS IS PAVED WITH ROLEXES
Exceed over $10 million in closed sales volume (equivalent to $250K in gross commission) in a calendar year for the first time with @properties and win your choice of a stainless steel Rolex or Cartier watch. Road to Rolex winners are announced at the annual Rolex Dinner each year.
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