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Steve Scheuring, REALTORŽ, real estate agent and broker for Oak Park and River Forest Illinois home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

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Looking for homes in this specific Oak Park or River Forest community? Thinking of selling a home in this community? I personally wrote the pages in this site to give you the most rounded introduction to buying a home and living in this area or to getting you started on your selling process. I was born, raised and now have my own family here. The diversity and quality of life in these three villages is amazing! I encourage you to take your time and look at the site's pages. When you are ready - call or email me and we can discuss the next steps.

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The "For Sellers" button at the top can tell you simple yet often overlooked details that are key to selling your home. It is in the pages of this button that you will also find why so many local sellers trust me to handle the sale of their home.

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Buying and selling a home is one of the biggest events in your life. As a top Oak Park and River Forest Realtor, I have the experience and track record you are looking for. Please let me help.

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Making An Offer >Evaluating the First Offer

Your dining room table is the scene of high drama. Your home has been listed for sale for six weeks, and finally, the first offer has come in. You are meeting with the agents, and are very excited until they mention the price--it is a lot less than you expected.

Before you feel offended, however, remember that the first offer is often just the beginning of a negotiating process. Your agent can help you weigh the good and bad points, evaluating the price in relationship to the terms or conditions of the sale. Sometimes an offer with a low price can look quite attractive once you understand all of the terms. If you are willing to make some compromises, the buyers may accept a counter offer that will give you more money. A lower price from highly qualified buyers may be better than one from people who may have difficulties with financing. Keep in mind that your first negotiated price is often your best price!

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Steve Scheuring
Baird & Warner
805 W. Lake St.
Oak Park
IL 60301
Office: 708-697-5946
Fax: 708-383-0790
Steve@OPRFHouse.com

My clients choose me because I am committed to serving their needs. My actions are timely. My advice is objective. My assistance is un-intimidating. My service is complete. My drive is your success. It is a well-known fact that I utilize more technology-based marketing tools than any other area agent or firm! Digital photography, website advertising, and 24-hour availability are key elements to getting a home sold in todays market. When you begin your search to buy a home or prepare to list a home, it makes sense to have somebody help you that knows homes. My wife Julie and I have fully restored two homes. Our first was a Chicago Bungalow on the North Side; in 2000 we complete and sold our English Cottage on the 900 block of Marion in Oak Park. These homes were not quick rehabs to make money. They were our homes filled with hard work (more than 50% of the labor was our own), fun memories, and quality finishing. We have recently embarked on a restoration that will (hopefully) be our last. We purchased a Victorian at 320 N. Euclid and estimate a restoration process of more than seven years. Taking care of my customers needs is job #1 and leads to long workweeks. This is all I do, everyday, seven days a week. Let me help you learn what to do and what NOT to do in order to get your home sold. If you are buying a home, your job is just as rigorous. I can help you with everything from home inspectors to mortgage brokers. Selling or buying I help you with every detail to get you to that closing date.

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