David Eyrise

Buyers are paid based on what the listing agent is willing to pay and kick backs are pretty much illegal to non licensed people. There are different rules per state (so I can't speak for everyone) and some of the larger firms do not allow their agents to reduce commissions, however there is a way you can do this. Being a licensed realtor in Wisconsin & California; we have these brokerages throughout the country that are called limited service brokers where the owner pays a small flat fee and the broker sticks a sign in the yard and puts the home on MLS and offers a co-broke fee of so much percent of the sales price (let's use 3%) to the MLS agent that sells the home. Well because these limited service brokers duties do not get involved with anything after that (such as help neqotiate offers, hold earnest money, or provide any other marketing and assistance than what I mentioned above) this in essence leaves the Seller very unprotected because the listing contact is limited. We had a discussion with a real estate attorney who helps write the real estate contracts for the state and he said that since the buyer or selling agent deals directly with the owner in these types of limited brokerages, they could go in on your behalf or on the agents behalf and renegotiate the commission and terms of the listing contract higher or lower with the seller. Regardless of who the property is listed with you can always ask. Especially with independent brokers who are not tied into national megabrokers. However be very careful with these limited service brokers when you do decide to sell your home. All that money you think you might be saving may end up being paid to an attorney. - Fri Jan 18 2008, 11:32

Nadia, You should always try to interview no more than 3 realtors that are familiar with your area. have them provide comparables especially in your complex and other similar condos. I see your on Astor so you will have a plenty of comparables right in your neighborhood. Also have the agents breakdown what you are getting for the commission rates they are offering and breakdown closing costs for you. With this crazy market we are in with a glut of inventory - pricing is very key. Always remember what you paid for the property when you bought and what it is worth now. Any equity that you have taken out throughout your ownership of this property is gone unless you have put it into upgrading your unit. So remember that in your pricing. Properties in Milwaukee have not been appreciating at double digit clips since mid 2005.
I specialize in relocation and am in the Milwaukee area. If you have any more questions or have interest in having me provide a Comparable Market Analysis for you, feel free to call or email me. Best - Dave Eyrise, Realty Executives Integrity (262) 901-0801 or daveeyrise@reintegrity.com - Fri Dec 28 2007, 10:15

Yes, their are several places in Brookfield, Elm Grove, Pewaukee & Waukesha will accept pets. Some may have a weight or height or even amount of pets allowed restriction. If you are not working with a realtor, feel free to contact or e-mail me. I am located in Brookfield. Best of luck Dave Eyrise, Realty executives Integrity-Brookfield (262) 901-0801 or daveeyrise@reintegrity.com or visit http://www.daveyrise.com - Fri Dec 28 2007, 09:50

Hi Yolanda, Here is your answer. Your Costs based on selling your home in Wisconsin would be the following: 1) A real estate Attorney to help you negotiate your offer and hire a title Insurance company to pay off all your liens, mortgages, taxes, recording fees, etc. and close the deal for you. 2)Title Insurance w/ possible gap endorsement. - This clears all liens, judgements and pays off Mortgage at Closing. You or your attorney can shop costs. Make sure when you shop costs you ask for Title Insurance, Special Assessments and closing costs with your quote. Most title companies will just quote you the insurance cost. Ask for everything. 3) State Transfer Fee (or tax) You have to pay the State a fee of $3 per $1,000 of your sale price. (if you sell for $200,000 your transfer fee of $600) 4) You will have to pay recording fees that record the Deed and satisfaction of your mortgage. 5) Miscellaneous costs are that you will prorate your property taxes, water and sewer bills at closing as well. property taxes will usually be based on 100% or a little more of prior years tax bill and you will credit the buyer from the first of the current year to the day prior to closing. If you currently escrow your property taxes with your mortgage payment this will generally be a wash. Your water and sewer bills may actually come back to you as a credit to you if you pay quarterly. You will receive the amount left over if you close in the middle of the quarter.

If you have any other questions, feel free to give me a call or email. Dave Eyrise, Realty Executives Integrtiy- Brookfield (262) 901-0801 or daveeyrise@reintegrity.com or visit http://www.daveyrise.com - Fri Dec 28 2007, 09:36

Hi Michael, I specialize in worldwide relocation and I am also licensed in California and work in the West Side, Malibu, Brentwood, Hollywood Hills and Hancock Park areas. The views from Hollywood Hills are breath-taking and the homes are incredible and will hold their values. In regards to the fault line - it is a part of life. Feel free to contact me if you have anymore questions or concerns. Dave Eyrise (310) 902-9752. - Thu Dec 27 2007, 19:43