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Past Present Future
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Thank you for the opportunity to present a comprehensive campaign to market and sell your property. We are hopeful that this campaign will be invaluable in assessing the various components essential to the success of marketing your property. It is our pleasure to earn your trust, discuss your goals and learn about the exceptional character and quality of your property. The property is unique because it is yours. Marketing a listing such as this takes a particular set of skills as well as an integrated marketing plan. Our exclusive global marketing partnerships are designed to create maximum exposure for your property. All the resources that are available to me and my firm are utilized to present your property in an extraordinary and targeted manner.
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The result of our research and conversation is a comprehensive plan to sell your property. This campaign includes: •
Market preparation and production services
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Market analysis and pricing strategy
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Strategic exposure where it counts
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A series of orchestrated details
We consider our relationships with clients to be a partnership in which all decisions are made in unison. All of the ideas in this proposal are designed to be a basis for an ongoing dialogue. Please do not hesitate to call if you have a question regarding any aspect of the marketing of your property. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you. We are looking forward to working together.
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Focusing
What We Know About Your Property . . .
. . . and What We Need to Know About Your Property.
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Why have you enjoyed living here? Why did you make this house your home? What features would you like to showcase? What challenges do we need to overcome? Is there an interesting history? Do you know the builder or architect?
Have we missed anything?
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Market Preparation
A Wise Person Once Said, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” Preparing for the market place: Enhance curb appeal – First impressions are critical. A clean, attractive yard and entry are a must. Plant seasonal colors, sweep the walk and wash or paint the front door. Eliminate clutter – Spaciousness is high on every Buyer’s list. Throw out and simplify. Organize and straighten all areas. The property should give the appearance of plenty of space for living and operating comfortably. Pack up, donate or throw away anything that is sitting on top of a countertop, a table or other flat surfaces. Spring clean – Rejuvenate your environment with a fresh coat of paint, neutral colors, clean windows and simple changes like a new lamp, shades or pillows. If anything looks dirty or tired, clean or replace it.
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Additional steps: • Staging and reallocating belongings can help bring out the best in the property. This helps Buyers better visualize the property as a future home and makes them more willing to walk through a property they saw online. Taking this extra step can make a difference in how a Buyer values your property. Per NAR, the top 5 rooms to stage are the living room (den), kitchen, master bedroom, dining room and bathrooms.
• Remove pets and pet odor. • Staging the exterior of your property is also important. Freshen up the paint, landscape with seasonal flowers and fresh mulch and store away all trash cans, recycle bins, water hoses, etc. • Beat the competition with condition. Fix items that do not work. Service items that are due for maintenance. Assure the Buyer that the property has been well maintained. • Identify the age of the mechanics of the property; HVAC, water heater, appliances, windows, roof, pool equipment, etc. • Provide the agent with a list of the dates of improvements, upgrades, warranties and transferable service agreements. • Identify monthly utilities. It is not uncommon for outof-town and international Buyers to be unfamiliar with utilities and/or carrying costs associated with the property.
• Kitchen and bathrooms should be immaculate. Spruce up with new towels or accessories. • Bedrooms should look inviting. A new bedspread and fresh linens can add appeal. • Allow the interior of the home to be the focal point. Put away high chairs, boosters, toys, workout equipment and medical equipment. Make sure items stored under beds are not visible.
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Market Preparation continued
Preparing for photos
Preparing for showings and open houses
• Illuminate the property with open draperies and shades. Turn on all the lights and be sure the outside is well lit.
• Be prepared to vacate the property. Having owners and children around is a distraction and uncomfortable for Buyers looking at the property. If possible, remove pets too or make arrangements with the agent to handle accordingly.
• Put away toiletries in bathroom, dishes in the kitchen and magnets from the refrigerator. • Remove pool equipment or a security fence from the pool. • If you do not want your child’s name or personal photos shown, please remove prior to the photo shoot.
• Explain your alarm system to us and any other entry/exit items. Notify the alarm company and/or neighborhood guard that the property is being shown for sale. • Be sure to understand the showing process; give clear showing instructions. Make access easy and reasonable for showing the property.
• Remove vehicles from the driveway or the front of the property.
• Access is essential. Try not to decline showing opportunities unless absolutely necessary.
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• Eliminate seasonal décor so the photos are not dated.
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Production Services
This campaign for your property is an ongoing process. It may require strategic adjustments to keep your property well positioned in the market. Timing is critical, demanding quick response and attention to the details.
• Explanation and Completion of Listing Agreement Documents — Our commitment is to provide you with the highest level of service possible. Discuss any concerns openly and early with us so that we can address them.
• Professional High Definition Photographs — High resolution photos are color corrected to showcase your property at the highest level possible for both print and on-line media.
• Customized Property Brochures — Photographs and pertinent information about your property. • Floor Plans, Amenity and Upgrade/Improvement Information — Itemization of property enhancements, 020120.10.PMA
upgrades and any other additional information that might be of interest.
• Property Showcase Website — An individual site dedicated exclusively to the presentation of your property. This
offers a sophisticated way to display the property outside the environment of our company and network websites.
• Direct E-mail and Mail Marketing — Property announcements to the market place via E-Fliers, Rezora and direct mailers
• Sign and Property Lock Box — At the discretion of the listing agent and owner. • Houston’s Multiple Listing Service — Houston Association of Realtors®, HAR.com. • Websites — Collection of interconnected and global websites; for example, marthaturner.com, sothebysrealty.com, sothebyshomes.com, zillow.com, trulia.com and more.
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Production Services continued
• Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Reality
Virtual Tour — The virtual tour is set to music and is created from the photography and word description of your property. The link will be viewed on har.com, marthaturner.com, sothebyshomes.com, sothebysrealty.com and beyond.
• Showing Department — Our staff of full-time licensed
real estate agents are available seven days a week to answer questions and make appointments for Realtors® to show your property.
• Agent Property Preview — At our weekly Tuesday sales meeting, the property is presented to Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty agents.
• Broker Open House — Properties are open for brokers periodically at the discretion of the listing agent and the owner.
• Public Open House — Properties are open to the public at the discretion of the listing agent and the owner.
• Showing Follow-up — Agents who have shown your
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property will be contacted for feedback. Listen to feedback from prospective Buyers and other Realtors® and act on it.
• Activity Reports — Reports will be presented to you
that include advertising, showing activity, website traffic and current market information. Remember that Buyers determine the market. Listen to our advice regarding price and price adjustments. Re-evaluate your market position at least every 30 days.
• Daily Showing Report — Brokers and agents who have customers in the same price range as your property are contacted to encourage the showing of your property.
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White Glove
Discover Seamless Home Preparation Solutions The Sotheby’s International Realty White Glove program is designed to provide luxurious and comprehensive home preparation services with professional project management and no upfront costs. White Glove offers you value at every stage of the home selling or buying process with an exclusive suite of seamless home preparation services powered by notable brands and partners, such as Zoom Casa, Sotheby’s, and Sotheby’s Home. These services include professional staging and design, high-impact upgrades, landscaping, packing and moving, and temporary housing, plus strategic home renovations, valuation services, and furniture consignment.
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White Glove is the ideal solution for elevating your property and your experience.
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Daily Showing Report MLS
Address
Type Area Subdivision
S/Agent
71932413
631 KNIPP RD
SGL
23 RANDLE
Chang Gu
(832) 867-1098
LEACH
78844148
702 CRESTBEND
SGL
22
RIVERCREST ESTATES
Juel Hill
(713) 626-3930
WITTE
78844148
702 CRESTBEND
SGL
22
RIVERCREST ESTATES
Christina Burgos
(713) 880-1608
WITTE
42830798
5111 DOLIVER
SGL
22 TANGLEWOOD
Joan Bynum
(713) 784-0888
GIMAMMA
86864284
69 SADDLEBROOK
SGL
23 SADDLEBROOK
Christina Burgos
(713) 880-1608
LLK
77749069
918 HICKORY HOLLOW ST
SGL
23
HUNTERS CREEK
Juel Hill
(713) 626-3930
dianek
91088848
4526 DEVON
SGL
16
AFTON OAKS
Marlene Rhoden
(713) 882-1623
RHODENM
97473343
3029 SUNSET
SGL
17
West University
Scott Landreth
(713) 542-0186
BLANDR
22420594
3 B W Shady Lane
SGL
22
Piney Point Estates
Kelly Davis
(713) 558-1957
DJC
25473424
6201 CHEVY CHASE DR
SGL
22 BRIARGROVE
Gayle Pitts
(713) 784-0888
CLARE
25473424
6201 CHEVY CHASE DR
SGL
22 BRIARGROVE
Clay Crawford
(713) 502-1884
CLARE
11375746
3721 FARBAR ST
SGL
17
SOUTH SIDE PLACE
Jacqueline Clarke
(713) 304-0283
BAERL
95816845
32 STILLFOREST ST
SGL
23
PINEY POINT
Christina Burgos
(713) 880-1608
SRICHARD
95816845
32 STILLFOREST ST
SGL
23
PINEY POINT
Peggy West
(713) 984-1466
SRICHARD
42674818
1600 POST OAK 902/903
HIR
22 COSMOPOLITAN
Jeffrey Morris
(832) 814-7604
MOGLOVKB
85410949
4821 CEDAR ST
SGL
17 BELLAIRE
Susan Hilliard
KRISTINE
85410949
4821 CEDAR ST
SGL
17 BELLAIRE
Scott Landreth
(713) 542-0186
KRISTINE
85410949
4821 CEDAR ST
SGL
17 BELLAIRE
Lee Kaplan
(713) 524-0888
KRISTINE
10687224
6 W Shady Lane
SGL
22
Juel Hill
(713) 626-3930
PATTIG
49184407
1824 ALBANS RD
SGL
17 SOUTHAMPTON
Charlie Kriegel
(832) 496-2614
LYNNEA
87187946
11807 BUNKER HILL
SGL
23
BUNKER HILL
Christina Burgos
(713) 880-1608
BOSSS
93546845
4911 HOLT ST
SGL
17
BELLAIRE OAKS SEC 1
Susan Hilliard
61317054
727 ANTOINE
LOT
23
SHERWOOD FOREST
Juel Hill
(713) 626-3930
GEITNERK
62369984
4122 MARLOWE ST
SGL
17
COLONIAL TERR 1
Jacqueline Clarke
(713) 304-0283
MARTINDL
39084327
4524 PALMETTO ST
SGL
17 PALMETTO
Susan Hilliard
74730836
4942 POST OAK TIMBER
THC
22
SOUTH POST OAK TH
Richard Stone
(713) 545-6324
GEITNERK
60737465
2625 SUNSET BLVD
SGL
17
WEST UNIVERSITY
Scott Landreth
(713) 542-0186
dianek
32595433
10119 SUGAR HILL
SGL
22
BRIARGROVE PARK
Edith Archer
(713) 524-0888
HARBERGK
47603411
5007 DICKSON
SGL
16
RICE MILITARY
Elizabeth Daniel
(281) 243-4500
mrm
96564489
3722 WESTERMAN ST
SGL
17
SUNSET TERR 12 HOUSTON
Charlie Kriegel
(832) 496-2614
dianek
96564489
3722 WESTERMAN ST
SGL
17
SUNSET TERR 12 HOUSTON
Dee Dee Guggenheim
(713) 253-8529
dianek
28738008
8703 GREEN VALLEY
SGL
24
SPRING FOREST
Amy Bernstein
(713) 922-1118
RConner
88935222
9135 ELIZABETH
SGL
24
CAMPBELL PLACE
Amy Bernstein
(713) 922-1118
KELLYWMS
76798139
2803 VALLEY MANOR DR
SGL
32
KINGS FOREST SEC 2
Donna Duhon
(281) 852-4545
LMBROWN
PINEY POINT ESTATES
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L/Agent
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CORI
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On a daily basis, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty listing agents track which Buyers’ agents from all companies are showing our listings. The staff compiles a daily showing report and emails it to all of the Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty agents each and every day, including weekends. This helps them cross-sell their listings to Buyers’ agents who are showing comparable Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty properties. The report provides the date, MLS numbers, addresses, subdivision names, prices, listing agent names and, most importantly, Buyers’ agent names. Recipients click on the MLS numbers and names to be linked to detailed property or agent contact information.
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Showing Department
High-octane enthusiasm characterizes the Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Showing Department. Our staff of full-time licensed real estate agents is available to make appointments, answer questions and show your home to potential Buyers seven days a week.
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When you list your home for sale with Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, you can trust that we thoroughly know your home and will expertly show the home to its full advantage, emphasizing the quality down to the smallest detail. Our Showing Department attends the weekly sales meetings and personally previews new listings so that they will be very familiar with every nuance of your home. We employ proven cross-selling techniques to reach agents and their Buyers in all areas of Houston. When our Showing Department accompanies a showing on your property, you can rely on us to show your home safely and effectively. We arrive ten minutes before the scheduled showing, disarm the alarm if necessary, turn on all the lights, and prepare your home for showing. We greet the potential Buyers and their agent, provide them with marketing materials specific to your home and commence the tour. Potential Buyers are never left unsupervised. After the potential Buyers and their agent leave, we turn the lights off, enable the alarm and lock the doors, leaving the home exactly as we found it. Our experienced Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Showing Department works closely with your listing agent to ensure that your home receives the personal, high-quality attention it deserves.
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Seller’s Safety Tips
It is our hope that the process will go smoothly and it will be a safe and secure experience. We strongly urge you to plan ahead and consider implementing the following safety precautions: Remove Valuables: • Put items away in a safe place, like a bank safety deposit box or at a family member’s home. • Obvious valuables include: jewelry, money, guns, checkbooks, electronics (camera, iPads, phones, and laptops). • The less obvious items to consider include: prescription drugs and any personal information or documents that could be used for identity theft. Be careful who you let in your home: • Do not allow any person that you do not know into your home. This includes a person who claims to have a scheduled showing. There should be no exceptions. • If someone says they are a Real Estate agent or a friend of the neighbor, have them call the Showing Department (713.558.3207) to schedule an appointment. • Give these instructions to your children, relatives or housekeeper. Security: • Keep all your doors locked and arm your security system. • Notify the neighborhood security/police that you will be placing the property on the market with a Realtor®. You may want to give the dispatch your contact information. Public Open Houses: • Discuss with your listing agent whether you feel comfortable with scheduling public open houses. Consider notifying the neighborhood security when open houses are scheduled, so that they can drive by and keep an eye on the event.
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• You may also consider on-site security/police presence.
Finally, remember that good planning will prevent many problems. We take your property’s safety seriously!
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Precise Evaluation
Precise Evaluation
Precise Evaluation market analysis and pricing strategy
Property Pricing
Let’s Begin with what Matters Most to You – the Value of Your Property
Key Pricing Facts to Consider:
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reasonable time.
• A property that is priced correctly from the beginning typically achieves the highest proceeds. • If the price exceeds perceived value by even a small percentage, potential Buyers may not even choose to view the property, let alone make offers.
• Properties that remain on the market for a long time often stop being shown. • The cost of improvements almost always exceeds the added value. The Buyers will determine the value of the upgrades.
• A low offer is better than no offer. Always negotiate any offer. Recognize and separate the emotional aspects from the business aspects of the transaction.
• Sellers may set expectations. The Buyers and market set the price. • If you want to sell in a timely manner, your asking price should always reflect the current perceived market value. Re-evaluate your asking price every 30 days with your agent.
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Pricing Strategically
The Initial Asking Price is a Critical Aspect of Your Property’s Marketing Plan Source: 2012 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
Asking Price
Percentage of Buyers
+10%
SHOWING ACTIVITY vs TIMING
1%
Market Price
58%
-10%
78%
-15%
85%
A. Far more buyers purchase properties at market value than at even 10% above it.
W eek 1
W eek 2
W eek 3
W eek 4
W eek 5
W eek 6
B. Properties experience the most showings during a peak initial interest period.
SALES PRICE vs INITIAL LISTING PRICE 0.00% -2.00% -4.00% -6.00% -8.00% -10.00% -12.00% -14.00%
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-16.00% Less than 4 weeks
4-12 weeks
12-24 weeks
More than 24 weeks
C. Properties that are overpriced initially may ultimately sell for the lowest price. While the goal is to achieve the highest possible closing price in a reasonable amount of time, listing a property above market value often turns away prospects and decreases the likelihood of a successful sale (see chart A). An overly aggressive price prevents a property from taking advantage of a key driver in property marketing—timing. It has been proven that a property attracts the most excitement and interest when it is first listed (see Chart B). If a property is priced above market value, it does not appropriately benefit from this peak interest period. This may ultimately lead to a sale at below market value (see Chart C), or no sale at all.
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Powerful Positioning
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Powerful Positioning
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Property Distribution
As the WEB Reaches More Buyers, Our Listings Reach More of the WEB
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According to the National Association of Realtors,® 93% of all home buyers start their home search on-line. Sotheby’s International Realty partners with and distributes properties to the most significant media companies and real estate focused websites in the world in order to increase exposure and drive the online consumer back to your home.
to name a few
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sothebysrealty.com
S OTHEBYSREALTY.COM Sothebysrealty.com is designed to distinctly showcase our collection of extraordinary homes. It attracts over 2.5x more visitors than any other luxury real estate website. Currency conversion, language translation, interactive content, as well as lifestyle and destination content are all differentiating and appealing features that set sothebysrealty.com and your property apart.
• 34,520,280 Visits in 2019 • 14% Increase in Visits from 2018 to 2019
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compass.com
salvills.com
christiesrealestate.com
knightfrank.com
luxuryportfolio.com
luxuryrealestate.com
Through our evolving digital strategies including regional and global search engine marketing, programmatic campaigns, Google AdWords, and dedicated agent and property campaigns, we continue to drive the most relevant homebuyers to sothebysrealty.com, maximizing the potential for your home to be found quickly on the web.
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SEARCH ENGINE MARKETING
* Statistics based on web traffic to sir.com in 2019. * Graph based on statistics provided by Similar Web from Jan - Dec 19. * Percent of home buyers sourced from NAR
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Sotheby’s International Realty Website
TOP 10
Sources of Site Visitors By Country
1. United States 2. India 3. Canada 4. United Kingdom 5. Italy
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Germany Australia Brazil France Mexico
73%
Site visitors from outside the U.S.
62%
Mobile devices used on sothebysrealty.com
17 54 Currencies
Languages
TOP 10
Sources of Site Visitors By Cities
1. New York 2. London 3. Patna 4. Los Angeles 5. Chicago
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Lucknow Washington San Francisco Toronto Atlanta
34 MILLION
Unique site visits to sothebysrealty.com
in 2019
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Google searches are not in English
63%
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SIR MOBILE
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Access on the Go
SIR Mobile is the only luxury real estate mobile app that searches globally in 70 countries. Those who seek the unique when on the road can search using SIR Mobile on Android or Apple and connect with our global real estate experts around the world. Consumers can locate their next home and learn about the local lifestyle amenities with our points-of-interest toolbar that showcases local restaurants, golf courses, resorts and more.
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Global Presence Our Strength
Positioned in All Major Global Centers
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1000
independent sales associates.
offices
72
countries and territories
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Leveraging Major Real Estate Web Portals
The Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty listing agent will have the NUMBER ONE position on trulia. com and Zillow.com and will be notified of ALL inquires on their listing.
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Exclusively Showcased
An Easy, Elegant and Effective Way to Exclusively Showcase Your Property Online
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Every distinctive property deserves its own website. Using our innovative Property Showcase Site program, we can quickly create an individual site dedicated exclusively to the presentation of your property. We will identify an appropriate URL and develop a website that offers an engaging tour of your property, including high-quality photos, descriptive copy and floor plans, if available. Our Property Showcase sites provide a sophisticated way to display your property outside the environment of our company and network websites. They are an impressive piece for our agents to send to potential Buyers and for visitors to share on social media. This unique program is just one of the many innovative tools we offer to connect Buyers and Sellers around the world.
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eGallery
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Your Listing, Now Showing Around the World
eGallery is a real time, online property slideshow designed to provide immediate worldwide reach for our listings. Exclusively presented on large screens in Sotheby’s International Realty offices and Sotheby’s auction house locations around the world using eGallery we can showcase your property in an impressive manner unequaled by any other real estate company.
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Your Property
Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to navigating the different strengths of social networks, a key factor in promoting the sale of your property in today’s media culture. The Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Facebook page is an attractive and informative hub where visitors can learn about the brand and offerings, and stay up to date with local and national real estate trends. On Twitter and Instagram, we publicize open houses and other important announcements to drive traffic to our listings as well as Sotheby’s Auction items. Linkedin is a professional network where we lead conversations on the luxury market and connect our agents and clients. By leveraging the many benefits of social media, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty can market your property in ways that provide the most effective exposure before an audience of qualified Buyers.
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12:00 PM UNIVERSITY - 2:00 PM PM - 5:00 |PM PM - 4:00|PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM WEST | 2:00 BELLAIRE MUSEUM2:00 DISTRICT MEYERLAND 6618 Lindyann Lane 605 Allston St 712 West Temple St 839 East 27th NORTHWEST AREA $ 599,000 $ 599,900 $ 539,900 $ 649,000 MLS 87204314 MLS 47196504 MLS 23308467 MLS 5827445
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 3036 Georgetown St 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 1,925,000 188 Jaxxon Pointe Drive 924 Street MLSAdele 26348140 $ 309,500 $ 499,900 MLS 79535547 MLS 16764892
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 3407 Tangley 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 1,950,000 926 Street MLSAdele 14506524 $ 474,900 MLS 98506264
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 2314A St Charles Street 2535 Glen Haven 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 390,000 $ 1,185,000 2259 Teas Crossing Dr 1320 Ashland 1420 Columbia Street MLS 16019894 MLS 24650405 $ 425,000 $ 775,000 $ 1,395,000 MLS 23257489 MLS 16810302 MLS 81799421
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 919 Nadine Street $ 499,900 MLS 79684046
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2714 Tangley Road 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 1,445,000 1705 Sage St MLS 61847864 $ 899,900 MLS 37881614
RIVER OAKS | MONTROSE AREA
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 4026 Amherst St 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 1,899,000 1808 781640 Arlington MLS $ 1,325,000 MLS 60313486 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM 6410 Pickens THE WOODLANDS $ 1,395,000 KINGWOOD AREA MLS 5243875
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 4106 Turnberry 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM $ 949,500 2219 16634432 Harvard St MLS $ 429,900 MLS 99794564 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2120 Kipling #207 AREA $ 430,000 MLS 32874669
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 1:00 PMBluff - 3:00Court PM 2 Moss 2120 Kipling #403 260 Vista Del Lago Dr $ 610,000 $ 458,000 $ 669,900 MLS 29558086 MLS 93987947 MLS 32295343
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM 6410 Pickens $ 1,395,000 MLS 5243875
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 1312 Live Oak Street 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM #215 404B Fenn $ 279,900 $ 579,999 MLS 89122870 MLS 52738032 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2120 Kipling #203 $ 418,000 MLS 20130459
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2314 St Charles #C $ 390,000 MLS 22514818
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2120 Kipling #208 $ 472,000 MLS 8095749
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2120 Kipling #308 $ 477,000 MLS 12949437
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 1824 Vermont St $ 569,500 MLS 50338614
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2145 Kipling St $ 660,000 MLS 72036044
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 1205 D Jackson $ 529,990 MLS 69882641
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635 Knipp Rd
$ 1,245,000
$ 1,188,000 23
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42:00 PM 91702044 - 5:00 PM 7904 Channelside 2:00 PM -St5:00 PM 5509 West 33526420 Ln West Clay Clay St 0 Redfish 511 924,000 5$ 949,000 88495541 0 Redfish $Ln MLS 27984746 MLS 5597894 5 39918094 5143 Bluewater Highway
$ 270,000 2:00 PM - 5:0023PM $ 45,000 1216 Dunlavy23
53667418 728- Ourlane $ PM 1,995,000 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Circle 2:00 PM - 5:00 55202149 10007 Park Trail Drive 4015 Driscoll$ 550,000 1908 Hawthorne
$$ 649,000 26 45,000 MLS 12246114 26 $ 225,000
$ 829,900 $ 769,000 58275254 Lot 29 Lawrence Marshall Dr $ 28,000 MLS 72140390 MLS 49606465 71214567 Lot 30 Lawrence Marshall Dr $ 28,000
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16275480 5410 Bluewater Highway
$ 345,000
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86064745
Lot 45 Hogan Ln
$ 38,000
9
4759776
$ 399,900
26
40035844
Lot 49 Hogan Ln
$ 40,000
9
91314169 122 Redan
$ 595,000
26
82928445
Lot 60 Birdie Dr
$ 35,000
9
10616314 605 Sue
$ 249,000
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60144396
Lot 61 Birdie Dr
$ 35,000
9
63765406 1111 West 15th 1/2 St
$ 498,000
33
62581154
1 Marina
$ 56,000
33699294 5414 Calhoun
0 East 27th St
13 34049074 Harmon 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM TR 36E North 2:00 Abst PM - 315 5:00DPM 4017 Driscoll 4019Way Driscoll 15 88475824 19 Eloquence $ 749,000 $ 759,000 16 47100924 63 Tiel Way MLS 26236806 MLS 13684104 16 38839434 4618 W Alabama St
$ 550,000 46417640 5 Water 2:00 PM - 4:0033PM 2:00 PM - 4:00Key PM 5710 Blossom33Street 30231323 1405-B Vermont $ 1,095,000 907 Pinecrest Court $$ 519,500 $ 649,000 2,650,000 33 3739486 2349 Bayshore Drive MLS 53254294 MLS 4206205 33 $ 820,000 42009364 2907 West Parkwood
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27883436 1922 Rosewood
$ 299,926
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3706 Marina Blvd.
$ 35,000
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88632249 14100 Simsbrook Dr
$ 190,000
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10110 Schaper
$ 99,900
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$ 199,900
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$ 1,650,000
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$ 285,000
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62438908 1577 Emerald Lakes Dr
$ 299,000
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Lot 7 Grand Beach Lane
$ 1,750,000
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$ 195,000
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$ 1,750,000
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$ 599,900
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$ 575,000
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$ 2,795,000 40
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4599 Silver Jade Drive
$ 250,000
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$ 2,595,000 80
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25209 Chernosky Point Cove
$ 1,575,000
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$ 1,450,000 80
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$ 99,900
5 West Shady Lane D 5428 Sturbridge Dr
MLS Open79289734 Tuesday Area 10 From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MLS Open42721886 Tuesday Area 13 From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MLS Open91909034 Wednesday Area 14 From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1908 Hawthorne $ 829,900 Laurie King Area 16 MLS 72140390 Snacks Provided
508 Knox St $ 515,000 Ann Singleton Area 16 MLS 4246438
1225 Wynden Court $ 995,000 Karen Harberg Area 22 MLS 81569431
4032 Milton Street $ 789,000 Ann Singleton Area 17 MLS 15233485
7 Hollow Glen Ln 4 Bed(s) / 3 Bath(s) $ 689,000 MLS 71920497 Area 14
30 Larks Aire Place 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) $ 349,995 MLS 68799366 Area 15
508 Knox St 3 Bed(s) / 3.5 Bath(s) $ 515,000 MLS 4246438 Area 16
1308 Fairview St 2 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) $ 619,900 MLS 58068076 Area 16
Open Wednesday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 6441 Edloe Street $ 2,750,000 Kristin Wilson Area 17 MLS 7544015 Lunch Provided 203 Calle Ronda Pl
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 5123 Bayou Timber $ 2,495,000 Sandra McHenry Area 22 MLS 81817434
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 111 Warrenton Drive $ 1,218,000 Karen Harberg Area 23 MLS 60839784
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 1010 Nantucket Drive, D $ 1,800,000 Irby Rozelle Area 22 MLS 44041860
3 Bed(s) / 4.5 Bath(s) $ 1,299,000 MLS 88851942 Area 16
704 Willard Street 2 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s) $ 680,000 MLS 47644844 Area 16
212 Fargo 4 Bed(s) / 4.5+ Bath(s) $ 1,195,000 MLS 12768454 Area 16
3311 Yupon #309 3 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s) $ 3,250 / month MLS 47949243 Area 16
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 8566 Forum Drive $ 749,000 Ronald Espinoza 4515 Briar Hollow Place #109 Area 24 2 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s) MLS 92606039 $ 1,995 / month MLS 97431484 Area 16
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 9123 Chatsworth $ 2,750,000 Karen Harberg 2145 Kipling St Area 23 3 Bed(s) / 3.5 Bath(s) MLS 46161274 $ 4,700 / month MLS 68287460 Area 16
Open Thursday From 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 12020 Tall Oaks St $ 2,995,000 Karen Harberg 2124 Harold #B Area 23 3 Bed(s) / 3.5 Bath(s) MLS 32927711 $ 4,250 / month MLS 62222411 Area 16
6507 Rodrigo #A 4 Bed(s) / 3.5 Bath(s) $ 5,250 / month MLS 12382021 Area 16
2934 Holly Hall Street #2934 2 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) 4119 Willow Hill Dr $ 125,000 3 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s) MLS 41591840 $ 214,900 Area 17 MLS 99775357 Area 7
4600 Braeburn Dr 3 Bed(s) / 1 Bath(s) 416 East/ month 24th Street $ 2,150 3 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) MLS 26148494 $ 695,000 Area 17 MLS 35598172 Area 9
8902 Pontiac 4 Bed(s) / 3 Bath(s) 4602 Pineridge St $ 525,000 2 Bed(s) / 1 Bath(s) MLS 36705063 $ 349,900 Area 20 MLS 11611824 Area 9
5507 Coastal Way 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) 3003 Norhill Blvd $ 1,375 / month 3 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) MLS 45448087 $ 649,000 Area 20 MLS 48029090 Area 9
730 Chimney Rock Rd 3 Bed(s) / 3 Bath(s) 914 Main Street #1012 $ 899,000 2 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s) MLS 38916362 $ 2,600 Area 22/ month
6134 Riverview 3 Bed(s) / 4 Bath(s) 10731 North Belmont Ct $ 1,795,000 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) MLS 52235580 $ 239,900 Area 22
1000 Uptown Park Blvd. #91 2 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) 18623 Duke Lake Drive $ 1,800,000 3 Bed(s) / 2.5+ Bath(s) MLS 68160146 $ 439,000 Area 22
6334 Chevy Chase Dr #17 2 Bed(s) / 1.5 Bath(s) 6802 Summer Trace Court $ 170,000 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) MLS 55614619 $ 265,000 Area 22
616 Augusta Dr #418 2 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) $ 2,200 / month MLS 8421148 Area 22
11014 Huntwyck Dr 5 Bed(s) / 5.5+ Bath(s) $ 2,999,000 MLS 49008374 Area 23
12414 Old Oaks 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) $ 965,000 MLS 3541162 Area 23
12414 Broken Bough Drive 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s) $ 825,000 MLS 30135344 Area 23
527 Buckingham Dr 5 Bed(s) / 5.5+ Bath(s)
1531 Maux Dr 4 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s)
3341 Zubin 3 Bed(s) / 2 Bath(s)
1615 Berkoff Drive 4 Bed(s) / 2.5 Bath(s)
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MLS Open42645424 Tuesday Area 912:00 PM - 2:00 PM From
$ PM 375,000 2:00 PM - 4:00 1408 Vermont$ Street #B 154,900 $ 459,000 $ 1,695,000 MLS 50594567 $ 980,000
$ 1,900,000
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PRIME PROPERTY
RIVER OAKS
Open 3:30-5 p.m. at 12 Tiel Way. Four or five bedrooms, 5½ baths. Brick home on landscaped lot terraced to Buffalo Bayou. Formals open to full veranda with views of gardens. Study/family room. Greenwood King Properties, 713-524-0888. MLS #90458164
HOMES UPPER KIRBY
Open 2:30-4:30 p.m. at 3319 Virginia St. Three bedrooms, 3½ baths. Exterior steel, glass, solar panels combined with interior of golden bamboo. Decks. $1,950,000. Jay Monroe, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, 713-504-6936. MLS #28647803
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MUSEUM DISTRICT
Open 2-4 p.m. at 2330 North Braeswood Blvd. Built by Joseph Finger. Formals with gold leaf, Ludowici Italian tile roof, copper exterior railings. Known as The Davis Home in Old Braeswood. Lynn Zeid, John Daugherty, Realtors, 713-252-7524. MLS #39747249
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MONTROSE
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1231 Peden in Rosemont Heights. Three or four bedrooms, 4½ baths, two-car garage. Openconcept living, hardwoods, polished stone. Island kitchen, Quartzite countertops. Backyard. $1,249,900. Mike Mahlstedt, Heritage Texas Properties, 713-965-0812. MLS #21166166
BELLAIRE
4906 Tamarisk. Master suite down, study, formals, game and media rooms, family room with vaulted beamed ceilings. Fireplace. Pool. Jenn-Air appliances. $1,275,000. Michael Magana, Berkshire Hathaway HS Anderson Properties, 713-502-8855. MLS #46398841
BAY OAKS/CLEAR LAKE
3607 Acorn Wood Way. Just listed. Backyard pool and spa with outdoor living area, summer kitchen, stacked-stone fireplace. Five bedrooms. Three-car garage. Updated. Move-in ready. $759,000. Dan McCarver, BHGRE Gary Greene, 281-218-8000. MLS #70347540
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CRESTWOOD/MEMORIAL PARK
Open 1-3 p.m. at 414 W. Cowan Drive. Five bedrooms, 4½ baths. Built by O’Conner-Gill. Backyard. Hand-carved stone/wood. Kitchen with center island open to den, butler’s pantry. $2,385,000. Amy Bernstein, Bernstein Realty, 713-932-1032. MLS #41650674
UPPER KIRBY
2701 Steel St. Open Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. at 2992 Kirby Drive. Giorgetti Houston European-style seven-story building with 32 residences. $1,400,000 to $3,400,000. Misty Meredith, Sudhoff Companies, 713-600-5062. MLS #73012222
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OPEN HOMES
First-floor living homes now available at Somerset Green.
SECOND HOMES
BRIARCROFT/GALLERIA
Open 2-4 p.m. at 5651 Overbrook Lane. Four or five bedrooms, 5½ baths. Hardwoods, double-pane windows, French doors, builtins, bar, powder bath, mudroom. Kitchen with marble countertops. Greenwood King Properties, 713-784-0888. MLS #88836058
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R17 Get away to a place on the water, a country retreat or a spot in the heart of the city.
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HEIGHTS
Open 2-4 p.m. at 1135 Ashland. Four or five bedrooms, four baths. Hardwoods, custom cabinetry. Island kitchen with Dacor/Viking appliances, Carrara marble countertops, walk-in pantry. Two-car garage. Greenwood King Properties, 713-784-0888. MLS #29497405
MEMORIAL
Open 2-4 p.m. at 1039 Bayou Island Drive. Three or four bedrooms, 2½ baths. Approx. 3,380-square-foot home on approx. 5,538-square-foot lot. $998,000. Matthew Gardner, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, 832-814-8458. MLS #11109609
RIVER OAKS AREA
Open 3-5 p.m. at 1905 Revere St. One of 12 townhomes in Cadagon Place at Revere St. and San Felipe St. Elevator. Built by Röhe & Wright. Debbie Hartstern and Mathilde Hoefer, John Daugherty, Realtors, 713-8547099 and 713-492-1511. MLS #14073648
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MAGNOLIA
Open 2-4 p.m. at 19715 Sapphire Circle in Indigo Lakes. Guest suite. 1,400-square-foot deck, gazebo, hot tub. Granite kitchen. Custom home on 5 acres. $799,900. Richard Falgout, Berkshire Hathaway HS Anderson Properties, 713-443-1074. MLS #17144885
Are buyers, renters being treated fairly? We no longer need laws to protect home buyers and renters from discrimination, but we’re not there yet. While I hope you never experience discrimination, know that federal law prohibits denying an individual or group the right to buy or rent a home based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, family status or disability. So, how widespread is housing discrimination in the 21st century? Fair housing organizations receive about 25,00030,000 complaints each year, according to the National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA), a coalition of privately run fair housing groups. Yet, testing suggests there are more instances of discrimination — the NFHA estimates about 3.7 million annually. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has conducted thousands of tests in recent years. HUD uses housing organizations that send testers to view for-sale and rental properties as a means of determining whether landlords, lenders, agents and others in the
HEIGHTS
Open 2-4 p.m. at 1325 Lawrence. Three bedrooms, 2½ baths. Hardwoods. Island kitchen, gas range. Master bedroom with private balcony. Two-car garage. $659,900. David Greenwald, Beth Wolff Realtors Real Living, 713-622-9339. MLS #19720554
real estate community treat protected classes differently. Housing discrimination takes many forms, but here are a few real-world scenarios: • An owner or landlord falsely tells you that his property or unit is unavailable because of your religion; • An agent only shows you homes in one neighborhood because that area has a high concentration of residents of your race; • A landlord asks you for a higher deposit on a rental unit than other tenants because you have kids; or • A landlord refuses to accommodate your need as a disabled tenant, such as allowing a service animal or installing grab-bars in bathrooms. When people think about fair housing violations, they usually conjure up images of a slammed door or a restrictive advertisement. But violations of the Fair Housing Act are not only about a living situation or steering allegations. There are problems in the lending industry, as well. Because the lending process is so complex, it’s difficult to identify discrimination with any consistency. You may know that members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) adhere to a strict Code of Ethics that holds them to higher professional standards than what
MEMORIAL PARK
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. at 6017 Memorial Drive. The Sophie condominium overlooking Bayou Bend Gardens. Singlelevel floor plans. Fitness center, dog-walking area. $1,400,000. Misty Meredith, Sudhoff Companies, 713-600-5061. MLS #65413916
state and federal law REALTOR VIEW require. However, the BY CINDY Code of Ethics recently was amended to HAMANN prohibit Realtors from discriminating against individuals based on their sexual orientation, in addition to the seven classes protected under federal law. Violations of fair housing laws are not always obvious or easy to detect. After all, unless victims are able to compare their experience to someone else’s, they likely have no reason to suspect any prejudice ever occurred. Fair housing laws do have teeth, however. So if you believe you have been the victim of housing discrimination, you can submit a formal complaint with HUD (visit HUD. gov) and any local private housing enforcement agency. For more consumer-oriented tips about buying, selling or leasing real estate anywhere in Texas, visit HAR.com. Cindy Hamann of Heritage Texas Properties is 2017 chair of the Houston Association of Realtors/HAR.com.
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Closing Detail Overview This overview is meant to provide a general explanation of the process. Each transaction is unique. The steps discussed here will vary with every transaction, and some may not apply. There may be additional actions required in your sale that are not addressed here. Your agent will be your guide through every step.
Receipt of Offer(s) • Prepare multiple offer worksheets as needed • Assess the strength of the offer(s) based on all terms • Gather information about Buyer’s lender and Buyer’s ability to close on time • Facilitate negotiations between parties until a mutual agreement is reached
Execution of Offer • Facilitate final execution of the accepted offer, complete the Effective Date and distribute to the Buyer’s agent • Confirm the title company’s receipt of the executed contract and the earnest money check • Receipt the Option Fee within 3 days after the Effective Date • Deliver the Option Fee to the Seller for immediate deposit • Communicate the contract contingency deadlines to Seller
Option Period • Coordinate date and time of inspections with Buyer’s agent • Be present during inspections and close up property and grounds, if needed • Be present during follow up appointments with service specialists, if needed • Negotiate repairs and/or concessions on behalf of the Seller
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Survey • Title company will order the survey for the Buyer • Coordinate access to the property for the surveyor, if necessary • Troubleshoot and respond to objections, if any, that are made by the Buyer in writing
H.O.A. • Guide the Seller through the process of ordering the required documents • Coordinate delivery of the HOA documents to the Buyer within the time-frames specified per the contract • Troubleshoot and respond to Buyer objections, if any, after receipt of the HOA documents
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Title Commitment • Continuous communication with the title company to expedite delivery of the title commitment • Review schedules A, B & C for potential issues on the title commitment • Work with the title company to troubleshoot any issues that may affect the transfer of a clear title • Troubleshoot and respond to objections, if any, that are made by the Buyer in writing
Third Party Financing • Communicate with the Buyer’s lender to check the status of the Buyer’s loan approval • Continuous communication with the Buyer’s agent to confirm Buyer is providing all documentation requested by the lender as quickly as possible • Monitor the number of days agreed, per contract, that the Buyer has to obtain credit approval
Appraisal • Prepare sold comparables in preparation for the appraisal • Meet appraiser at the property and present the sold data and information on the property, if needed Follow up with the lender to head off any appraisal issues • Troubleshoot and attempt to remediate any appraisal issues with the lender and the Buyer’s agent
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Prepare For Closing • Constant review of contract for Buyer contingencies • Once repairs have been completed, facilitate delivery of receipts, warranties etc, if required by contract • Coordinate the Buyer’s final walk-through prior to closing, if requested by the Buyer • Review Seller’s closing documents upon receipt from the title company • Coordinate the time of closing with both parties, the lender and title company • Communicate the transfer of utilities between parties • Confirm the title company has all the Seller’s Pre-closing Information required
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Attend the closing Coordinate the transfer of keys, remotes etc Confirm completion of funding Coordinate details surrounding possession
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I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for inviting us into your home and allowing us to share with you the personalized and professional services of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty. Established in 1981, our company of top producers has been consistently recognized as Houston’s premier real estate brokerage. In 2014, we joined forces with Sotheby’s International Realty. The mission at Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty is to provide real estate excellence to our clients, customers, agents and all other real estate professionals. Our objective is to obtain the best possible result for every client in a timely, efficient, helpful and expert manner. Honesty, integrity, dedication, communication, team spirit, a strong work ethic and market knowledge are the valued qualities that Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty sales associates must exhibit and embrace. We would consider it an honor and a privilege to represent you and will work tirelessly to prove that your trust has been well placed. “We Want to be your Realtor®.” Sincerely,
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2019 Sales Statistics Producing Sales Associates Average Sales per Agent Total Sales Volume Average Sales Price Total Sales Transactions Average Transactions per Agent
266 $6,732,000 (approx.) $1,790,675,000 $674,962 2,653 10.0
Listings Sold
1,452
Representing Buyer
1,201
Lease Transactions
925 47.3%
Percentage of Volume, $400,000 - $999,999
35.3%
Percentage of Volume, Under $400,000
17.4%
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Percentage of Volume, $1 million+
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Market Share Total $300,000 and Up Listing Volume by Broker
1000 900 Mkt 5.5% 800
Mkt 5.3%
$ in Millions
700 600
Mkt 3.8% Mkt 3.4%
500
Mkt 3% Mkt 2.8%
400
Mkt 2.5% Mkt 2.2%
300 200 100 0
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BHGRE Gary Greene
Greenwood King Properties
Coldwell Banker United
Perry Development Management
John Daugherty, Realtors
Compass Texas
Keller Williams Realty Houston
01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 FILTER: Property Types: SFH, Condo, TWHM COUNTY: All Counties Based on information from Houston Association of Realtors®. Due to MLS reporting methods and allowable reporting policy, this data is only informational and may not be completely accurate. Therefore, Sotheby’s International Realty does not guarantee the data accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS’s may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Market Share Total $500,000 and Up Listing Volume by Broker
800
700
Mkt 9.4%
600
$ in Millions
500
Mkt 7.1%
400 Mkt 5.1%
Mkt 5% Mkt 4.6%
300
200
Mkt 2.8%
Mkt 2.8%
Mkt 2.8%
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
Keller Williams Realty Houston
Coldwell Banker United
100
0
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Greenwood King Properties
John Daugherty, Realtors
BHGRE Gary Greene
Compass Texas
01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 FILTER: Property Types: SFH, Condo, TWHM COUNTY: All Counties Based on information from Houston Association of Realtors®. Due to MLS reporting methods and allowable reporting policy, this data is only informational and may not be completely accurate. Therefore, Sotheby’s International Realty does not guarantee the data accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS’s may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Market Share Total $1,000,000 and Up Listing Volume by Broker
500 Mkt 15.9%
400
$ in Millions
Mkt 12.6%
300 Mkt 9.3% Mkt 7.8%
200
100
Mkt 3.7%
Mkt 3.6% Mkt 2.8%
Mkt 2.3%
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Greenwood GKP King Properties
John JDR Daugherty, Realtors
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BHGRE BHGRE Gary Greene
Keller Williams KWRM Realty Metropolitan
Keller Williams KWRH Realty Houston
Keller Williams KWRW Realty The Woodlands
01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 FILTER: Property Types: SFH, Condo, TWHM COUNTY: All Counties Based on information from Houston Association of Realtors®. Due to MLS reporting methods and allowable reporting policy, this data is only informational and may not be completely accurate. Therefore, Sotheby’s International Realty does not guarantee the data accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS’s may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Market Share Total $3,000,000 and Up Listing Volume by Broker
120 110
Mkt 22.9%
100 Mkt 20.0%
90
$ in Millions
80 70 60 Mkt 12.0% 50
Mkt 11.3%
40 Mkt 8.1% 30 20 Mkt 3.2%
10
Mkt 2.6%
Mkt 2.5%
Douglas Elliman DERE Real Estate
Keller Williams KWRH Realty Houston
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John JDR Daugherty, Realtors
Compass CR Texas
Greenwood GKP King Properties
Gottfried GI International
Keller Williams KWRM Realty Metropolitan
01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 FILTER: Property Types: SFH, Condo, TWHM COUNTY: All Counties Based on information from Houston Association of Realtors®. Due to MLS reporting methods and allowable reporting policy, this data is only informational and may not be completely accurate. Therefore, Sotheby’s International Realty does not guarantee the data accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS’s may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Market Share Total $5,000,000 and Up Listing Volume by Broker
50 45
Mkt 28.6%
40 Mkt 22.7%
$ in Millions
35
Mkt 19.5%
30 25 20
Mkt 12.1% 15 10 5
Mkt 3.9%
Mkt 3.6%
Mkt 3.4%
Mkt 3.1%
Douglas Elliman DERE Real Estate
Beth Wolff BWR Realtors
Greenwood GKP King Properties
Keller Williams KWRM Realty Metropolitan
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John JDR Daugherty, Realtors
Gottfried GI International
Compass CR Texas
01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 FILTER: Property Types: SFH, Condo, TWHM COUNTY: All Counties Based on information from Houston Association of Realtors®. Due to MLS reporting methods and allowable reporting policy, this data is only informational and may not be completely accurate. Therefore, Sotheby’s International Realty does not guarantee the data accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS’s may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Our Business Philosophy
The Mission of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty is to Provide Real Estate Excellence to Our Clients, Customers, Agents and all Other Real Estate Professionals
The Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Advantage
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Our mission of MTSIR is to provide real estate excellence to our clients, customers, agents and all other real estate professionals. MTSIR stands for a quality of service, not a price point. Sellers in all price categories turn to us for our local expertise, precise evaluations and far reaching marketing opportunities. We provide million dollar marketing and service at all price points. MTSIR is a Houston based residential real estate company whose local, national and global marketing strength, an all-important factor in attracting qualified Buyers, cannot be matched. The two legendary brands of Martha Turner and Sotheby’s are synonymous with quality and expertise. MTSIR is a company of top producing agents and outstanding staff who embody the highest level of professionalism. The objective is to ensure our clients and properties receive the attention and support they deserve throughout the real estate transaction. We are committed to and known for excellence, innovation, creative leadership and unparalleled standards of honesty and integrity in conducting business. The expertise and skill, combined with the one-of-a-kind resources, are powerful advantages that set our company apart.
While real estate by nature is local, today the market for property is national and global. This is where we offer tremendous advantages. Our connections to the most respected and successful real estate experts all over the world provide a level of global reach that is unparalleled in the industry. Premier partnerships with the world’s top media, in print and online, allows us to align our listings with relevant media partners on prominent, highly visible platforms. In an increasingly online and international marketplace, a recognized name is a powerful advantage.
MTSIR has a proven track record as the market leader in the Greater City of Houston. Being successful at our company requires knowledge, skill and a commitment to providing the best possible service to all with and for whom we work. Our team offers complete accountability throughout the real estate transaction. We are proud to be known as The Company of Top Producers. And finally, Martha Turner has always insisted on the importance of a positive attitude and enthusiasm in the agents that join the company. Knowing this to be a vital part of success and great client service, we remember this simple truth: If we are not fired with enthusiasm, we can be fired…with enthusiasm!
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Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Management Team’s number one focus is to provide our sales agents all the tools and support necessary to provide the best possible experience for the client. Having a large team at the sales agent’s disposal is crucial in working complex, complicated, or unique transactions. These four members of the Management Team have over 75 years of combined experience in the real estate sales industry. Superbly qualified and deeply experienced, they are available for agents – and each other – 24/7. “We have a well-organized, seamless and technologically advanced operation to assist our agents with every part of the sales and listing sides of our business,” says Marilyn Thompson, President. “We have a synergy of highly motivated people and our unprecedented success proves the strategy is working.”
The MTSIR Management Team is responsible for keeping the 260+ producing sales agents educated on all new legal, market, technology and MLS updates. This is accomplished through weekly sales meetings, weekly market meetings, one on one training, and weekly Professional Development Classes. In addition to keeping sales agents up to date on all current trends, the Management Team is recruiting talent to continue the tradition of strong, top producing sales agents at each of our six locations in Houston. When trying to define what sets our Management Team apart from others, perfecting the balance between teamwork, availability, response times, knowledge and culture are the main drivers. An extraordinary support system, usually behind the scenes to our clients, gives all MTSIR agents that added confidence to correctly address any issue that may arise.
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Evolution of the Extraordinary
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Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty History
2015
Marilyn Thompson Named President of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty
Fifth-generation Houstonian and a legend in Houston’s real estate community. She has earned universal respect for her extensive business and real estate acumen. Martha Turner SIR agents as well as many other real estate professionals throughout the city regularly seek her informed counsel which is always given generously and graciously.
2009
Martha Turner inducted into the Texas Business Hall of Fame
One of only seven women to be so honored in the organization’s history at that time.
Martha Turner Properties
1986
The company becomes Martha Turner Properties. At a time when residential real estate was little more than a part-time dalliance for many agents, Martha envisioned a new kind of real estate firm grounded in knowledge of the market and the law. Every agent would be a committed, principled and experienced professional; every client would receive personal attention; and each transaction would be handled accurately and efficiently.
2014
Setting the Standard of Excellence
Turner Owens Real Estate
1981
despite a severely difficult business climate, Martha and her friend Nancy Owens opened Turner Owens Real Estate.
After topping 2 billion in sales, for the second year in a row, Martha Turner Properties was purchased by Sotheby’s International Realty to become Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.
2008
Sotheby’s International Realty is named winner of the Franchise Business Review’s 2008 Best in Category for Real Estate Franchisee Satisfaction award. As well, the brand is rated the most prestigious real estate company by high-net worth consumers in the Luxury Institute’s 2008 Luxury Brand Status Index survey.
Martha Turner
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1979
retires from teaching and earns her real estate license, joined a local real estate firm and immediately became a top producer.
Sotheby’s International Realty
1976
Founded on the same commitment to exceptional service that characterized the Sotheby’s Auction House for more then two centuries, The Sotheby’s International Realty brand is created and becomes known around the world for the distinctive properties it represents.
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A Legacy of Service and Expertise
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Sotheby’s Has a Longstanding Tradition of Bringing Together Buyers and Sellers of Fine Property
Since Sotheby’s founding and inaugural sale of rare books in 1744, its name has earned renown as a marketer of the world’s most unique and valuable possessions. This reputation is built as much upon exceptional service as it is on the notable art, antiques, jewelry and collectibles that pass through Sotheby’s auction rooms around the world. In 1976, Sotheby’s recognized an opportunity to serve its clients in a valuable new way by offering a complete package of real estate services, and Sotheby’s International Realty was formed. Continuing the auction house’s tradition of exceptional service and expertise, the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is known around the world today both for the distinctive properties it represents and the price records it has set with the sale of many spectacular homes, while still maintaining a strategic marketing relationship with Sotheby’s auction house.
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How We Earn Our Commission Today is a time of technological change and increasing competition in real estate. The fundamentals of real estate excellence, however, have not changed. A History of Success At Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, we have provided service and value since 1981. The numbers of repeat transactions and client referrals we receive are extremely gratifying and affirming. Our success results from: • The commitment to excellence which we strive for every day • The experience and knowledge of our agents • The rich and innovative resources of the company • The personal involvement of Martha Turner with every member of her company and knowledge of every transaction • Our commitment to professionalism in the conduct of our business What we offer you With any professional, the fee which is earned is the result of experience, knowledge, skill and judgment, not only the time involved. Some crucial things which the professionals at Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty provide to you include:
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• Experience and success - the outstanding ability of our agents to effect successful transactions that profit our clients is reflected in the fact that their average record of production is the greatest in Houston. • Knowledge of real estate market - we have knowledge of all sales so that we can provide information on comparable properties to aid sellers in pricing their properties correctly and to help buyers when making offers to purchase property. We have access to new offerings and other market changes, often before they are available to the public. • Education about the market and optimal selling and buying approaches - we help you understand the many factors that influence how we can best market your property or help you purchase a new one. • Professional objectivity and advice - by helping you correctly analyze the elements that affect the property you are selling or seeking to buy, we can help make a transaction occur more quickly, thus putting more money in your pocket, saving you time and reducing inconvenience and concern.
• Ability to negotiate the most favorable terms and the best price - our commitment and obligation is to get the best possible deal for you. Our experience, knowledge of market operations, and the good working relationships we enjoy with other brokers allows us to do so with skill and integrity. • Technical and legal knowledge backed by an experienced team - the process of buying or selling a property is a complex one, governed by many laws and regulations. Our knowledge of contracts, Texas Property Code requirements and the many other facets involved are invaluable to you. Our sales managers, relocation department director and our agent career development coach, are all available to every agent and for every transaction as needed. • Support and guidance at every step in the process we provide personal help to you in every facet of your transaction. You will have all of your questions answered, and you can be comfortable that we are there to make sure that things proceed as they should. • Facilitating a smooth and successful closing - the deal is not done until it’s done. Closing a real estate transaction can be stressful. The steps required to move from contract acceptance to actual conclusion of the transaction are many and often confusing. Our job is to make sure that they happen correctly and on time so that the actual closing goes smoothly and easily. • Peace of Mind - you can relax knowing that our knowledge, skill and commitment to you will help you safely achieve your objectives. • Personal Service - our agents commit to working in close collaboration with you in the manner that you want and need. Each transaction is as uniquely important and valuable to us as it is to you. • Availability - our agents commit to being available for each client as needed. If they are not available, we make sure that you are informed and that another agent and staff member is ready to help you and answer your questions. • Our reputation for professionalism and cooperative dealing throughout the real estate community and the fact that we are known and respected by people in all aspects of the industry means that we are able to facilitate the many steps in your buying or selling process. This often means the difference between success and disappointment.
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Information About Brokerage Services
11-2-2015
Texas law requires all real estate license holders to give the following information about brokerage services to prospective buyers, tenants, sellers and landlords. TYPES OF REAL ESTATE LICENSE HOLDERS: • A BROKER is responsible for all brokerage activities, including acts performed by sales agents sponsored by the broker. • A SALES AGENT must be sponsored by a broker and works with clients on behalf of the broker. A BROKER’S MINIMUM DUTIES REQUIRED BY LAW (A client is the person or party that the broker represents): • Put the interests of the client above all others, including the broker’s own interests; • Inform the client of any material information about the property or transaction received by the broker; • Answer the client’s questions and present any offer to or counter-offer from the client; and • Treat all parties to a real estate transaction honestly and fairly. A LICENSE HOLDER CAN REPRESENT A PARTY IN A REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION: AS AGENT FOR OWNER (SELLER/LANDLORD): The broker becomes the property owner's agent through an agreement with the owner, usually in a written listing to sell or property management agreement. An owner's agent must perform the broker’s minimum duties above and must inform the owner of any material information about the property or transaction known by the agent, including information disclosed to the agent or subagent by the buyer or buyer’s agent. AS AGENT FOR BUYER/TENANT: The broker becomes the buyer/tenant's agent by agreeing to represent the buyer, usually through a written representation agreement. A buyer's agent must perform the broker’s minimum duties above and must inform the buyer of any material information about the property or transaction known by the agent, including information disclosed to the agent by the seller or seller’s agent. AS AGENT FOR BOTH - INTERMEDIARY: To act as an intermediary between the parties the broker must first obtain the written agreement of each party to the transaction. The written agreement must state who will pay the broker and, in conspicuous bold or underlined print, set forth the broker's obligations as an intermediary. A broker who acts as an intermediary: • Must treat all parties to the transaction impartially and fairly; • May, with the parties' written consent, appoint a different license holder associated with the broker to each party (owner and buyer) to communicate with, provide opinions and advice to, and carry out the instructions of each party to the transaction. • Must not, unless specifically authorized in writing to do so by the party, disclose: that the owner will accept a price less than the written asking price; that the buyer/tenant will pay a price greater than the price submitted in a written offer; and any confidential information or any other information that a party specifically instructs the broker in writing not to disclose, unless required to do so by law. AS SUBAGENT: A license holder acts as a subagent when aiding a buyer in a transaction without an agreement to represent the buyer. A subagent can assist the buyer but does not represent the buyer and must place the interests of the owner first. TO AVOID DISPUTES, ALL AGREEMENTS BETWEEN YOU AND A BROKER SHOULD BE IN WRITING AND CLEARLY ESTABLISH: • The broker’s duties and responsibilities to you, and your obligations under the representation agreement. • Who will pay the broker for services provided to you, when payment will be made and how the payment will be calculated. LICENSE HOLDER CONTACT INFORMATION: This notice is being provided for information purposes. It does not create an obligation for you to use the broker’s services. Please acknowledge receipt of this notice below and retain a copy for your records.
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Licensed Broker/Broker Firm Name or Primary Assumed Business Name
Marilyn Thompson
Designated Broker of Firm
307280
marilyn.thompson@sothebyshome s.com
(713)552-3274
332223
marilyn.thompson@sothebyshome s.com
(713)520-1981
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License No.
Phone
Phone
Licensed Supervisor of Sales Agent/ Associate
License No.
416828
robin.suter@sothebyshomes.com
(713)558-1913
Sales Agent/Associate's Name
License No.
Phone
Robin Suter
Buyer/Tenant/Seller/Landlord Initials Regulated by the Texas Real Estate Commission
Phone
Date Information available at www.trec.texas.gov
TAR 2501
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Relocation
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Relocation
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Relocation connected world wide
Award-Winning Relocation Department Providing Smooth Transitions for Individuals and Families, and Assisting Companies with Corporate Relocation Since 1981 Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Relocation Department is distinguished from other real estate firms by the following: •
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Offices throughout the Greater Houston area that service Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Brazoria County, and Galveston County. Trained, experienced sales associates who are neighborhood specialists and skilled in the relocation process. Our associates hold a variety of designations including CRP, CRS, ABR, CNE and GRI. A fully staffed relocation department, marketing department and leasing department to fully serve the real estate needs of our clients. Awarded first place and recognized nationally for our outstanding relocation packet, advertising and marketing materials, internet marketing,
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Affiliations with important and extensive networks such as Employee Relocation Council (ERC), Relocation Directors Council (RDC), Greater Houston Partnership, Houston Relocation Professionals, and Texas Relocation Network.
Our Relocation Department provides personalized relocation assistance for Buyers and Sellers including: •
Area tours/orientation on communities, schools, cultural and recreational activities.
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Comprehensive relocation packet.
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Services including a marketing Campaign for Your Property and personalized Buyer’s Book.
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School data information.
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Cost-of-living comparisons.
• Leasing assistance and temporary housing. • Home marketing assistance providing Comparative Market Analysis with customized marketing plans.
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Recipient of numerous awards for our service, marketing and production. Globally renowned as one of the top brokerage firms for being a leader in the industry. A commitment to professionalism, personalized customer service and results are the key to the firm’s success.
company forms, referral promotions and company promotional items.
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Relocation connected world wide
Our Relocation Department Offers: Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty offers solutions that provide a personalized and smooth transition when moving personnel and families into or out of the Houston area. From small companies to Fortune 500, we are the company of choice for individuals, corporations and relocation management companies. We are committed to providing excellence to all our clients and offer the following services. In-House Relocation Department with a dedicated Corporate Relocation staff serving Buyers and Sellers since 1981.
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Award-Winning Relocation Department has achieved extraordinary results by holding the highest standards of customer service and consistently exceeding them. We have established relationships with relocation management companies, corporations and other real estate brokers across the globe to help transferees buy or sell a home. Home Marketing Assistance is provided by our professional Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty sales associates who are highly skilled in the aspects of relocation sales. They provide a marketing Campaign for Your Property, Broker Marketing Analysis, customized marketing plans, exceptional marketing materials, activity reports and market updates, contract negotiations, and individualized attention through final closing procedures. Home Finding & Destination Services include personalized needs assessment prior to arrival in city, individualized award-winning relocation packets, sales associates specialized in Buyer’s representation, personalized Buyer’s Book, area tours, financing options, education information, child and elder care, spousal
assistance, additional special requisites, and access to the Houston housing market through Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty web page: sothebyshomes.com/houston Leasing Department specializing in the rental of singlefamily homes, town homes, and condominiums. Additionally we offer a customized service for individuals desiring corporate or interim accommodations, a solution to short-term housing needs typically offering substantial savings over hotel costs. Recruiting Programs designed to work within the time constraints of potential employee’s interview schedule. Services provide necessary data, tours of communities and selected properties to assist the transferee in making a decision based on facts. Careful consideration is given by our associates in demonstrating the corporation’s concerns on behalf of the employee and his or her decision to transfer. Group Moves pose special challenges familiar to our associates and staff. Our expertise is effective with the numerous concerns such as: short time constraints, critical confidentiality, and cost effective procedures. Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Relocation Department capabilities are tailored to meet each company’s needs. Relocation presentations are available as necessary.
It is our privilege to be of service to you.
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Request for Relocation Assistance Will Seller be purchasing a home outside of our market area? YES NO (Only check YES or NO above, IF NO, just turn this in with other listing papers. IF YES, then fill out information below.) Today’s Date: Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Agent: REFERRAL INFORMATION
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SELL
Name: Address: Home Phone: Work Phone (His): Work Phone (Hers): Cell Phone: Other Phone: Area/City Desired: Visit Planned For: Moving Date: Household Goods Moving Assistance Needed:
YES
NO
Children (#): Ages: Home Information
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Price Range: Style of Home: SQ. FT.: Bedrooms: Baths: Additional Comments: Reason for move: New Employer: Employment Transfer Date: Must Sell Present Home to Buy?
YES
NO
Receiving any Company Assistance/Buyout? YES
NO
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