Dennis Huyck - Owner / Agent
(312) 420-1593 / dhuyck@kw.com
Table of Contents Get to Know The Huyck Group
As an Industry Leader and Chicago Top Producer, we focus on providing excellent client care and industry expertise.
The Keller Williams Advantage
KW is the #1 real estate franchise for client care, agent count, sales volume, and units sold.
3 Factors to Selling Your Home
The price, condition, and market are instrumental to selling a home. We apply this 3-factor strategy to every home we sell.
3 Point Marketing Plan
Beautiful and relevant print & digital advertisments, and in-person events are how we get more eyes on a home.
Communication Strategy
We pride ourselves on excellent communication. That's why we let our clients know what is happening in an understandable and timely way.
Record of Success
We've sold homes all across Chicagoland. Our clients rave about us, but why take it from us. Hear what our clients have to say.
Finding Your Dream Home
It starts with listening & learning then we offer professional insight so our clients enjoy a simple but thorough home buying experience.
Buying Process
From getting a clear understanding of our client's goals to negotiating an offer, we cover the entire home buying process.
01 05 07 15 17 19 23 25
Get to Know Us
Dennis Huyck
Realtor® & Founder ph: (312) 420-1593 e: dhuyck@kw.com
A
30-year Chicago resident, Dennis Huyck has a
career spanning 20 years of selling experience in the city. He is always among the Chicago
Association of Realtors’ Top Producers, averaging nearly $48M in sales over the last 5 years. Huyck specializes
in first-time buyers, new-construction development and resales.
Chicago Agent magazine named him an Industry MVP in 2015, Illinois named him one of the 100 most influential brokers in 2017, and he has been featured in Chicago
Crain's as well as Keller Williams Out Front Magazine as a leader in the industry.
One of the Most Influential Brokers In Illinois CHICAGO AGENT MAGAZINE
1
CHICAGO
top producer 10+ YEARS RUNNING
Meet the Huyck Team Our team is here to guide you through a
smooth and confident home selling process. Though organization and communication we keep your home sale on track, on time, and
as simple as possible. You can expect weekly communication, implementation of a unique
marketing plan, and a quick response time to questions that arise.
TOP 1%
Helped 800 Families
IN CHICAGO
IN CHICAGO BUY / SELL REAL ESTATE
20 year career
$48 Million
SERVING CHICAGO
IN SALES PAST 5 YEARS
2
Our Mission, Vision, & Values.
Vision To be known as the agency that makes all things
real estate, simply enjoyable.
Mission To create a comfortable & simplified real estate
experience.
3
I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou
Values TRANSPARENCY
EMPATHY
We communicate internally and
Before we say or do, we place ourselves
respect.
clients to team members.
externally with honesty, clarity, and
in the other person's shoes, from
JOY
EXCELLENCE
The joyful passion for what we do
Growth, accountability, and
extend our joy to our clients and team
excellence. We take pride in
and how we do it is contagious. We members.
flexibility compels us toward providing the best possible real estate experience.
4
Elevating the industry standard Keller Williams.
PEOPLE CENTRIC
Rated one of the happiest places to work Keller Williams is a
highly distinguished, people-first real estate brokerage. The number of accolades awarded to Keller Williams speaks to the high level
of care and consideration put into people, the community, and the profession.
#1 IN REAL ESTATE
UNITS SOLD, SALES VOLUME, & AGENT COUNT
1 MILLION + TRANSACTIONS
$332 BILLION IN VOLUME INMAN
#1 MOST INNOVATIVE COMPANY
5
#1
CUSTOMER SERVICE NEWSWEEK
ONE OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST
MOST PROFITABLE REFERRAL NETWORKS ONE OF THE WORLD'S BEST EMPLOYERS
FOR WOMEN
The Keller Williams advantage. Keller Williams Realty International
Keller Williams One Chicago
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. is the world’s
Keller Williams One Chicago is one of the
count and largest in the U.S. by units
2 years of opening, it’s become one of
Chicago, Illinois
Austin, Texas
largest real estate franchise by agent
sold and sales volume, with over 1,000
offices and 180,000 associates across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. The
company has grown exponentially since the opening of the first Keller Williams
Realty office in 1983, and continues to
fastest growing offices in the city. Within
the top 20 brokerages in the city in Sales Volume and transactions. With over 200 agents, the culture provides immediate access to 1000s of buyers and sellers within the office network.
cultivate an agent-centric, educationbased, technology-driven culture.
BETTERING OUR COMMUNITIES
RED Day, which stands for Renew, Energize and Donate, is our annual day of service.
Making a difference in the lives of others and bettering the communities that we serve lies at the heart of the Keller Williams culture. This observance defines who we are and is a
natural extension of our commitment to the highest level of professional customer service.
6
We are a team of diverse professionals, dedicated to excellence & committed to you.
We apply a team approach to each real
estate transaction to provide a smooth & seamless experience.
7
8
3 Factors to Selling Your Home
SELL QUICKLY FOR TOP DOLLAR Our experience in real estate transactions has
helped us identify three pillars to selling any home.
These three factors are vital to getting the most for your home in the shortest amount of time.
Price Condition Market
9
10
Price We take an educated yet competitive approach to pricing a home. We start with a comparative home analysis. Afterwards, we take into account current market trends so we can develop a pricing strategy that works.
WE PRICE IT RIGHT A competitively priced home gets the attention of home buyers.
This often increases the likelihood of a multiple offer situation, and quicker home sell. That's why we take pricing a home seriously.
11
We Use Real Market Data We stay ahead of the real estate market trends, from seasonality to mortgage info and rental trends. We
have our ears to the ground and eyes on the numbers.
Our team works to maximize your time and money by simplifying the process.
COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS
We research homes in your neighborhood that are as similar in likeness to your home as possible. Perhaps everything about a home that recently sold in your
area is just like yours, except it’s in a 4-unit building
while yours is in a 12-unit building. Unfortunately, this disparity make for a compromised comparison. The
good news is, we are pros at finding ‘like’ properties to establish a fair baseline price.
ANALYZE MARKET TRENDS
Market conditions are dynamic. Like wholesale goods, home sales are based on supply and demand. That’s why we diligently assess the market. For example,
recently in the West Loop, Google and McDonald's
have placed corporate offices. This has spiked the
population, which in turn has increased the demand
for housing. Understanding these types of hyper local fluctuations helps us in consulting you in pricing your home right.
12
Condition Our team can offer a priority list of “to do” items to help get
your home looking good. A messy home can be more difficult to sell, even with the right pricing and robust marketing.
SIMPLIFY
NEUTRALIZE IT
TIME TO CLEAN
items will allow buyers to
a candle. As for the colors
about living in an unclean
Removing non-essential fill the space with their
belongings. Personal items are an obvious “put away”,
but what about all that other clutter? We recommend removing it, too. Less is more.
13
Take out the trash and light in your home, neutral colors will allow for a bright and
seemingly more spacious home. Need help picking
paint colors? We can help!
No one wants to daydream space. Buyers want to
envision themselves in a
clean, new -to-them, home.
Put a little elbow grease into it, or we can connect you with a cleaning service.
MAKE IT BRIGHT
REPAIR IT
DE-PERSONALIZE
bigger, so let in the sunlight!
crack in the floor, that door
photos, religious items, kid’s
A brighter space looks
Remove the curtains, and open the blinds. A bright space is easier to see, is
more inviting, and is more desired by buyers.
Fix it, big or small - that
that doesn’t open unless you yank it, or the exhaust fan in the bathroom that stopped working three years ago.
Think about it? Alright, now
Personal property like family art, diplomas, certifications, calendars, refrigerator
decor, etc...should all be removed.
it’s time to repair it.
EXTERIOR HOME
NO PETS
LET US KNOW
porch, this is the first
Unfortunately, some folks
Illinois law but it also helps
From the yard to the
thing potential buyers see.
Think about the sidewalks, stairs, entry, and doors.
Sweep it. Scrub it. Remove clutter. Do some light
yard maintenance. Let the exterior be the first of a
series of good impressions.
We love animals!
have pet related allergies.
That's why pets should be removed from the home
during showings. You'll also want to rid the home of any
pet hair or pet related odors.
Disclosing known issues is avoid potential issues that
might arise during the home inspection. Letting our team know of any issues ahead
of time, allows us to create a customized course of action.
14
3 Point Marketing Plan
We develop a curated marketing strategy to fit
the needs of each transaction. From professional photos to e-blasts, phone calls, and open
houses, our robust marketing capabilities set us apart. Here is our 3 point marketing approach.
1. Photography & technology 2. Print 3. In-person
PHOTOGRAPHY & TECHNOLOGY
P First, we get professional quality images of your home, for print and web.
P List property on the MLS on a
Wednesday with first showings at the initial open house thus
driving traffic through multiple marketing streams.
15
P E-blast the Huyck Group
Sphere, Social Media Posts, and the entire Keller Williams One Chicago network.
P Market listing to several off
market sites including the Private Listing and Top Agent Networks, etc.
P Send 100 Invitations to your
neighbors inviting them to the
first open house for coffee and doughnuts.
P Professionally designed and printed signage with curb appeal.
IN-PERSON
P Cater a brokers open on the
2nd Tuesday the property is
listed giving time for personal
P Host open houses and follow-up with interested buyers.
invitations to the broker
community to the first open
house for coffee and doughnuts.
16
Communication Plan We let you know what is going on ahead of time. Keeping you
in-the-loop from start to finish is built into our process. This way, our clients receive consistent and timely feedback.
PHOTOGRAPHS When it comes to photographs, we
work alongside you. We'll even provide expert tips to showcase your home at its best.
SHOWING REQUESTS
WEEKLY UPDATES
You will be notified of every
Weekly calls on Monday for
showing request and upon showing the property the
buyer's broker will be sent a survey for feedback.
17
weekend activity updates.
From showing requests to transferring your billing, we pride ourselves in providing excellent communication.
FINAL WALK THROUGH There will be a final walk
through the morning of the
TRANSFER BILLING
inspection items have been
We will provide a utilities
is vacant.
electric, gas, cable, etc.
closing to be certain any
addressed and the property
sheet in order to cancel your
CONTRACT TO CLOSE Upon Negotiating an
accepted offer contract will
be contingent upon attorney
review, inspection, appraisal, and mortgage contingency. We will keep you updated throughout the entire
process from contract to closing.
18
MATTHEW N. TUTHILL
JACOB THOMAS
Dennis found us a buyer essentially at
Dennis was extremely knowledgeable
It was amazing to avoid the open
from Chicago, he placed us in a
full asking price within a day of listing. houses, showings, and corresponding cleaning, especially with three kids. Dennis came recommended to us
because he did the exact same thing for our neighbors. He did a great job and we were lucky to have him.
What Our Clients Say About Us COLIN MCELLIGOTT Dennis came highly recommended,
and I see why! He and his team deliver
excellent service, know their stuff, and are strong negotiators! We looked at many condos, and eventually landed
in the perfect spot for a first home. I
could not have asked for a better team to work with and would recommend this group 10/10 times.
fantastic neighborhood that we would not have known about without his
expertise. As first time buyers, he
was available day and night to answer all of our random questions. He made the process as easy as it could be
and treated us like family. Can't thank him enough for making our first home buying experience a great one.
KALEN ROBINSON From beginning to end Dennis makes the home buying and selling process
seamless. The attention to detail with getting the photos and marketing in
order to the negotiating to get to the closing table, Dennis will have your back in any real estate transaction. The energy and professionalism he
exhibits makes the process fun and
less stressful, knowing you can count on him to get the job done!
KRYSTAL BLESI
ERIN FLECK
We loved working with Dennis to
Dennis was absolutely amazing! Him
to work with him again if we decide
help us with everything along the way.
find out condo! We will not hesitate to sell. Dennis is understanding,
knowledgeable about Chicago, and really fun to work with!
19
about the area. Not being originally
and his team went above and beyond to We used him when we bought our first property and it was a no brained this time around again!
JOHN G.
BRIAN KIM
Dennis is all around the best Realtor I
Dennis Huyck is a real master and
he have a vast amount of knowledge
to Chicago from Washington, DC,
have ever worked with. Not only does and expertise in terms of Chicago
and housing, but he is also punctual, communicative and genuine. I didn’t
have any doubts in terms of trust since the moment I met him, and I’m happy to say that my intuition was correct! I would highly recommend him to
anyone looking for a Realtor. Let your search end here. I don’t think you’ll
find anyone better suited for the job.
LUKE THUMM I've contacted Dennis several times
over the last few years with inquiries of homes for sale, details about specific neighborhoods and other real estate
related questions. His knowledge and
responsiveness were excellent & really
helped me make appropriate decisions.
M. MIKOSKI Dennis seemed more like a friend than a Realtor - a really knowledgeable
professional at what he does. I moved with the intention of buying. Dennis
helped me to find a suitable place, but
when the sale fell through because the
seller backed out two weeks before the closing, Dennis helped me find another place ASAP. I couldn't be happier
with Dennis' help, knowledge of the market, and professional approach
to every phase of the transaction. I
would definitely call him for my future needs, and have recommended him to
others in need of real estate brokerage services. Definite 5 stars!
KATE SIVARD Dennis was a joy to work with!
He helped make our home search
enjoyable and manageable. He has a strong knowledge of the various
city neighborhoods, school systems, and communities. Not only did he
help us see properties but he was an impeccable resource along the way!
friend who has your needs and best
interests as his priority. He would tell us if he didn’t think something was
JOHN HONEYCUTT
right for us, and he was right! Years
Dennis did a fantastic job selling my
have a question about the area or any
the details and made it easy - 13 days
later, we still reach out to Dennis if we recommendations! He is fantastic!
condo. He and his team took care of all on the market before it was sold.
20
From the City to the Suburbs
1256
W
WINONA
ST
2312
W
NORTH
AVE
1518
W
CHESTNUT
ST
1432
N
MAPLEWOOD
AVE
816
W
CUYLER
AVE
1638
W
DIVERSEY
PKWY
1256 300 500
1560 1616
2150
1660
2248 600
1636 1910
2065
4309 4319 1212
2915
3743 680 50
21
W N S
W N
W N N N N S
N N N N N N N E
WINONA STATE
CLINTON
WABANSIA BELL
AINSLIE
LA SALLE DAYTON
DEARBORN WELLS
INDIANA KEDZIE
MONITOR
RICHMOND WELLS
DAMEN
FREMONT GREEN 16TH
ST ST ST
AVE AVE ST
DR ST ST ST
AVE AVE AVE ST ST
AVE ST ST ST
803
2740
2342 1617
3631 1615
3353
4540 520
1615 520
1544 2341 1618
2341 550
1755
2733 1909
N
W W N N N N N
W N N
W W N
W N N N N
CAMPBELL ARMITAGE NORTH
OAKLEY
HALSTED
CLAREMONT KENMORE KENTON HURON
CLAREMONT HALSTED ADDISON ROSCOE OAKLEY
ROSCOE
KINGSBURY HERMITAGE LINCOLN BISSELL
AVE AVE AVE AVE ST
AVE AVE AVE ST
AVE ST ST ST
AVE ST ST
AVE AVE ST
1621
3056
3836 2322
2224 802
1219
2341 2341
1955 2117
2446 3828 1256 1256
1432 300 500
1560
W N N N
W W N
W W W W W N
W W N N S
W
LEMOYNE
SHEFFIELD JANSSEN
RIDGEWAY BELDEN
WOLFRAM MARION
ROSCOE ROSCOE
CORTLAND
CHARLESTON HURON
LAKEWOOD WINONA WINONA
MAPLEWOOD STATE
CLINTON
WABANSIA
ST
AVE AVE AVE AVE ST
CT ST ST ST ST ST
AVE ST ST
AVE ST ST
AVE
We've helped clients buy & sell in every neighborhood in Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs.
1616
N
BELL
AVE
3631
N
HALSTED
ST
2224
W
BELDEN
AVE
1660
N
LA SALLE
DR
3353
N
KENMORE
AVE
1219
N
MARION
CT
2150
2248 600
1636 1910
2065
4309 4319 1212
2915
3743 680 50
2312 803 816
2740
2342 1617
W N N N S
N N N N N N N E
W N
W W W N
AINSLIE
DAYTON
DEARBORN WELLS
INDIANA KEDZIE
MONITOR
RICHMOND WELLS
DAMEN
FREMONT GREEN 16TH
NORTH
CAMPBELL CUYLER
ARMITAGE NORTH
OAKLEY
ST ST ST ST
AVE AVE AVE ST ST
AVE ST ST ST
AVE AVE AVE AVE AVE AVE
1615
4540 520
1615 520
1544 2341 1618
2341 550
1755
2733 1909 1518 1621
1638
3056
3836 2322
N N
W N N
W W N
W N N N N
W W W N N N
CLAREMONT KENTON HURON
CLAREMONT HALSTED ADDISON ROSCOE OAKLEY
ROSCOE
KINGSBURY HERMITAGE LINCOLN BISSELL
CHESTNUT LEMOYNE
DIVERSEY
SHEFFIELD JANSSEN
RIDGEWAY
AVE AVE ST
AVE ST ST ST
AVE
802
2341 2341
1955 2117
2446 3828
W W W W W W N
WOLFRAM ROSCOE ROSCOE
CORTLAND
CHARLESTON HURON
LAKEWOOD
ST ST ST ST ST ST
AVE
ST ST
AVE AVE ST ST ST
Committed to excellence, success, & transparency.
PKWY AVE AVE AVE
22
WE LISTEN, WE LEARN, WE ADVISE.
Your Dream Home
23
EAR TO THE GROUND
We have access to over 200+ online resources to help you find your home. We employ social media and a network of
referrals, not to mention a private collective of agents that
collaborate with us in effort to find a home that meets your
needs. We listen well and keep a watchful eye to ensure we are providing you with options and opportunity.
CUSTOM MLS SEARCH We setup a custom home search to take into account your preferences. Your results will be delivered immediately via
email, and you’ll have your own client dashboard where you can review homes, mark your interest level, and send us questions or feedback.
NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH Our team is always on the lookout for people who may want to sell their home. We market to homeowners in the area to
let them know we have a buyer looking. If their home meets your needs, we may be able to get you in to view the home
ahead of it being listed, giving you an advantage over other potential buyers.
24
Home Buying Process
YOUR GOALS
1.
2.
SEARCH
3.
We meet one-on-one to
Being pre-qualified allows you
Knowing which properties are
you will outline your criteria
the time comes.
allow us to get you into those
discuss your goals in detail. and what you need in a home.
MORTGAGE
7.
to make a stronger offer when
CLEAR
the most attractive to you will homes first.
8.
FINAL
9.
A critical step before closing
Congratulations! “Clear To
Once the closing is confirmed
contingency requirements.
approved. Now the attorneys
through just prior to closing to
is completing the mortgage Your lender will order an
appraisal and will request personal and financial
documents from you as well. It is important to submit ALL requested documents in a timely manner.
25
LOAN
Close” means your loan is fully can schedule the closing.
we will schedule a final walkensure no damage was done
in move-out and the property is in broom swept condition. At closing, review and sign
paperwork with your attorney.
Once closing is finalized, you’ll receive the keys and now own your home!
EXPLORE
4.
OFFER
5.
REVIEW
6.
Once you select your top
When you find your perfect
Once you’re under contract,
to view the homes in person.
a written offer. We will prepare
has the executed contract
results, we will take you out
We’ll help keep note of your
favorite aspects of each home, and provide advice as needed.
home, the next step is to make
we’ll make sure your attorney
the contract for your signature. After which, we present and negotiate with the Seller’s
Broker on your behalf. Upon
contract acceptance you will provide earnest money.
for review. It’s advised you hire a home inspector to
thoroughly inspect the home. Our team will work alongside your attorney to ensure your interests are supported and
protected, getting you the best home for your needs.
Not sure who to call? Need a referral? No problem! We have a large network of the best lenders, attorney, home inspectors, contractors, and other vendors in the marketplace. Just Ask!
Our Goals VIP Treatment We aim to create a VIP buying experience. Our team will be here every step of the way to ensure we’re writing you a stress-free, worry free home buying story. A story you’ll want to tell others about.
26
Expense List Our team can offer a priority list of “to do” items to help get your home
looking good. A messy home can be more difficult to sell, even with the right pricing and robust marketing.
FEES
TYPICAL COST
WHO PAYS
Appraisal
$250 - $500
Buyer
Inspection Fee
$350+/VISIT
Buyer
Credit Report
$30 - $75 per borrower
Buyer
Lender Direct-Underwriting Fee
$750 - $1,000
Buyer
Flood Certificate
$50 - $100
Buyer
Processing Fee Tax Service
Attorney Fee
Settlement Closing
Title Insurance (Buyer) Title Insurance (Seller) Recording Fee
State Transfer Tax
County Transfer Tax
Municipal Transfer Tax Survey
Termite Inspection Interest Per Day Escrow Taxes
Escrow Insurance Tax Proration
$150
$85 - $200
$600 - $1,000+ $250 - $1,000
$250 - $2,500
$300 - $2,000 $75 - $250
$1.50 PER $1,000
VARIES PER COUNTY
VARIES PER LOCALITY $500 - $1,000 $40 - $100
Loan Amount x rate/365 1 - 5 mo. (if applicable) 1 - 5 mo. (if applicable)
105 - 110% of last tax bill
Buyer Buyer Both
Buyer Buyer Seller Both
Seller Seller
Buyer Seller Both
Buyer Buyer Buyer Seller
This sheet is intended to be used as a guide for estimating closing costs. Neither Keller Williams ONE Chicago nor its Brokers warrant that these closing figures are final or guaranteed numbers. Your particular transaction may have additional closing costs. Please consult with your attorney for your exact closing figures.
27
WALDEMAR PAETSCH Dennis is an excellent Broker. Professional with a wide real estate experience. He sold my properties not only quickly but, with a nice profit. I would recommend him to anyone wishing to have a trouble free and profitable sale or purchase of a property.
28
2211 N Elston Suite 104 Chicago, IL 60614
Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.