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It's official, the certificate just arrived.
The certificate says, "I would like to take
this opportunity to congratulate you on
successfully completing the association's
newly adopted Certified Staging Consultant
certification. Out of our 14,000+
members, YOU are the first to obtain this
prestigious certification!"
What does this mean to you? Once you
list your property with me, I can carefully
suggest ways for you to "stage" your home to
put it in it's best light. It's a
proven fact, staged homes sell about 30%
faster, for about 18% more money - to you
the home seller!
If you're not ready to sell but want to hire
me to guide you in putting your homes' or
properties best foot forward, call me.
You can hire me by the hour as a home
stager.
Welcome To My Real Estate Family!
SERVICE * INTEGRITY * RESULTSā
My
Way of Doing
Business since 1985ā
It's so easy to work with
me. Being part of my "team" means we'll work at your pace, toward your established goals and time frame, with no pressure.
Just good information based on solid experience, total commitment, professional ethics, and top-notch negotiating skills,
working for your best interests, not
mine. I'm ready when you are. It would be an honor
to help you achieve your real estate goals.
Serving sellers and buyers real estate needs.
From first time home buyers to luxury homes and executive estates, condo's, townhomes, apartment buildings, vacant land, and new construction,
in the suburbs of Chicago, IL.
Sharon's
focus is totally on
you and helping you achieving your real
estate goals. Continuing education and experience
since 1985 working for you. Integrity,
professionalism, communication, excellent negotiation
and organizational skills so you can make wise
informed
decisions to proceed with your plans in a timely manner.
You'll
always receive my best, but...
One
thing I've learned over the years is that I can't be all things,
to all people, all the time. You will always receive my
best,
but when it isn't working, for either of us, it is sometimes
better for both of us to refer you to another agent with whom
you'll feel more comfortable or will better suit your personal
requirements.
Quite
often I'm asked by a client what they should do.
I'll always
present your options and review the pros and cons for those
options with you so you can feel comfortable about making an
informed, intelligent decision for yourself. But it has to
be your
decision.
Trust
your instincts when buying or selling property and/or working with
an agent. Don't let anyone "talk you into"
anything or try to rationalize a decision to buy, sell, or list
because you'll probably end up regretting your decision and may be
stuck with it's consequences for some time. I think you'll know when it feels like the right thing
to do.
Sharon's
no call policy...
I
like receiving mail, even from companies soliciting business
because then I can decide if I want to use their products or
services, or toss it in the garbage. But I really don't like
solicitors or survey takers calling me when I'm home. That is why I do not call anyone
unless we have an established relationship or I am asked to call
them. Period. I believe you deserve that respect, consideration
and courtesy. Just remember though, if you want me to call
you instead of emailing you, you'll have to let me know.
A
referral based business...
I depend very
much on referrals from my satisfied clients to their relatives,
friends, and co-workers who are looking for excellent real estate
services! A referral is the best compliment you can give to
an agent for a job well done. It's a sign of trust and
confidence. I can't buy that kind of good advertisement.
My goal is not quick sales but rather long term relationships with
those I'm privileged to work with.
Technology
and real estate...
All
the technology in the world will never be able to replace a caring
agent's knowledge, experience, or advice. It will never be
able to offer words of encouragement,
hold your hand when needed,
walk you through situations which may arise or advise you not to sell or buy right now
because it's probably not the best thing for you to
do at the
moment or the best time to do it. Technology, computers, the
internet, etc. are merely tools we use to assist us in doing a
better job for our clients. I will always have job security
as long as I continue to put my clients interests and goals before
my own, and this is as it should be.
I
want to assist my
clients when buying and selling property by
utilizing aggressive action systems, backed by many years of
experience, my professional skills and ethics, and a strong
support system, so they may reach their real estate goals, with
the best possible results for them.
Founded 1st Choice Homes Realty in 2003, with an emphasis on the
client and services
Member
National Association of REALTORS®
Member
Illinois Association of REALTORS®
Member
Multiple Listing Service of Northern Illinois-over 34,000 agents
Member
Mainstreet Organization of REALTOR®
1990-1991
REALTOR-Associate® of the Year
(Rare
achievement - 2 consecutive years)
1989-1990
REALTOR-Associate® of the Year
Chairman
of Pressbook Committee
-
1990, 1991, 1995, earning Top Awards at the State Convention (1990
& 1991)
1985
- Licensed as Real Estate Salesperson
Several
Century 21 Courses and Specialty Courses
1988
- Licensed as Real Estate Broker
Continuous
Education Courses to stay on top of my ever-changing industry
Not
just the basics. It's the little things that make an
important difference.
My
Proven Formula
for Success in Selling and Buying is:
ADDRESSING
YOUR NEEDS BY:
-
Listening
to your concerns
-
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That
personal
touch - care and dedication
PROMPT,
COURTEOUS SERVICES:
-
Honest
accurate
information so you can make informed decisions
-
Continuous
follow-up & feedback to insure a smoother transaction
-
Meticulous
attention to details
-
That's
the power of experience from a full time professional
Answers
for your situation
References
from past clients
Objective
and complimentary analysis
No
pressure-just sound guidance
Get
the
best results for you
Open
and continuous communication
Nice
and successful transaction
Why
go anywhere else when
All
you
need is SHARON
GONWA
YOU
ARE 1ST.
To me, you're a real
family with needs and concerns, not just a
statistic to add to my list of accomplishments.
I want you
to be clients for life.
To confidently refer your family and
friends to me when they need professional real estate services and
I will work hard to earn your recommendation to others.
I
realize the only way for me to achieve this is to do what's in your
best interest.
I'll tell you what your options are and the pros and cons for
those options, so you may make wise informed decisions for
yourself, based on facts.
Personal:
Happily married since 1977; four
wonderful grown kids; several grandchildren, I love sewing, crafts, home decorating, light
gardening, lots of company, cooking for a crowd of people!
You can read all about our pets here.
Here Chip! Our most recent adoption from the Humane
Society.
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