CLIENT CASE STUDY:
The search for a maintenance-free lifestyle pays off
December 2021 Newsletter THE SEARCH
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earching but not finding? So was my client, Kim. After moving out of her single-family home, she was targeting a simpler lifestyle within a maintenance-free community and wanted a very specific type of floorplan. It was a long shot as homes of that style rarely came on the market. It took several months but persistent networking and my personal outreach to local owners paid off—we were able to strike a deal with a seller and closed on the home in midNovember. It had been beautifully remodeled by the owner and Kim is now looking forward to making a few more cosmetic updates to truly make it her own. Inspired to start your search? Here are some important things to consider when looking for a home that is part of a maintenance-free community: WHAT DO THE HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION FEES COVER?
access, this can increase the costs—so make sure this is something that you will use and benefit from.
This can vary significantly; while fees in one area might seem high compared to another, they may include basic utilities such as water or garbage. If there are shared amenities such as pools, workout facilities, or golf or beach
ARE THE FINANCIALS IN GOOD SHAPE? Check the reserves and the history of any special assessments to make sure you are not setting yourself up for any unexpected costs after closing.
ARE RENTALS ALLOWED? If you see yourself living in the unit long-term, you may want a community that does not allow rentals. If this is a temporary situation for you, it might be better to give yourself the option to rent it out if the market isn’t great when you are ready to sell, and add some rental income as part of your portfolio. n
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My recent private client event at Ottilia was a huge success! We introduced Ottilia, a boutique apothecary in Arlington Heights, to lots of new people and raised money for Lemons of Love—a local Mount Prospect-based organization that provides care packages and free programs for anyone impacted by cancer. Check them both out at shopottilia.com and lemonsoflove.org. Email me to make sure you are on the list for future events. #shaunnasupportssmallbiz n SHAUNNA BURHOP is one of the top agents in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, and she has consistently been recognized as one of the Top 10 Real Estate Agents in Illinois and also the Top Producing Agent at Baird & Warner NW Suburban. For more information on current listings, or to list your own home, call Shaunna today at 847.275.0277. If your property is currently listed, please disregard this solicitation. Information provided is not guaranteed and subject to change and withdrawal without notice. This newsletter is edited by Shaunna Burhop and designed by Adam Moroschan (adammoroschan.com), all rights reserved. PHOTO CREDITS THIS PAGE (condo) VHT Studios; OPPOSITE PAGE (office, bedroom) Courtesy benjaminmoore.com
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