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About Me
I have lived in Lake County, Illinois for a majority of my adult life. 20+ years, but who's counting.
I have been a real estate professional for going on 9 years. Before that, I was a personal investor. At the height of my investment portfolio I had 8 rental properties, my own personal residence, two jobs and at that time I was a single mom. Because of that fact, I only make straightforward, direct and true statements. I can't promise that you will always like what I have to say, but I can promise you, it will be the truth.
They say that inexperience is expensive, But honesty is PRICELESS!
I am well versed in Short sales, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, deed in lieu, land contracts or rent to own, investment properties and investment strategies using real estate (rental properties), HUD properties, Auctions, land sales, Custom Home sales and NEW CONSTRUCTION, first time homebuyers, upsizing, downsizing, military families, mutli-cultural families, multi-generational families and divorcing or divorced families.
My proven Listing Strategy Consultation allows me the luxury to take on only properties that I know I can sell.
My Proven Buyers Strategy Consultation allows me the luxury to focus on EXACTLY what my clients NEEDS vs WANTS are.
MY GUARANTEED 30-Day Marketing Plan allows me to show my clients BEFORE they list with me, how I will be working on their behalf DAILY, giving them a precise expectation of what to expect and when.
My 24 hour cancellation policy allows peace of mind not only for myself, but for my clients as well. Allowing them to cancel their listing with me at anytime, given appropriate cancellation documentation is in order, with no questions asked.
This gives me the opportunity to FIRE my clients, just as easily as they can fire me.
I am a tough negotiator, I will negotiate the best sales price for either my buyer or my seller.
If you ask my family, they will tell you that I am a born fighter.
If you ask my friends, they will tell you that I am a hard worker!
If you ask my clients, they will tell you that I am warm and personable. That I listen, and find solutions to their situations.
If you ask me whether I'm Successful or not...I will say, I'm only as successful as my last transaction. Because I know that without my satisfied client, my business would NOT BE!
I have been a real estate professional for going on 9 years. Before that, I was a personal investor. At the height of my investment portfolio I had 8 rental properties, my own personal residence, two jobs and at that time I was a single mom. Because of that fact, I only make straightforward, direct and true statements. I can't promise that you will always like what I have to say, but I can promise you, it will be the truth.
They say that inexperience is expensive, But honesty is PRICELESS!
I am well versed in Short sales, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, deed in lieu, land contracts or rent to own, investment properties and investment strategies using real estate (rental properties), HUD properties, Auctions, land sales, Custom Home sales and NEW CONSTRUCTION, first time homebuyers, upsizing, downsizing, military families, mutli-cultural families, multi-generational families and divorcing or divorced families.
My proven Listing Strategy Consultation allows me the luxury to take on only properties that I know I can sell.
My Proven Buyers Strategy Consultation allows me the luxury to focus on EXACTLY what my clients NEEDS vs WANTS are.
MY GUARANTEED 30-Day Marketing Plan allows me to show my clients BEFORE they list with me, how I will be working on their behalf DAILY, giving them a precise expectation of what to expect and when.
My 24 hour cancellation policy allows peace of mind not only for myself, but for my clients as well. Allowing them to cancel their listing with me at anytime, given appropriate cancellation documentation is in order, with no questions asked.
This gives me the opportunity to FIRE my clients, just as easily as they can fire me.
I am a tough negotiator, I will negotiate the best sales price for either my buyer or my seller.
If you ask my family, they will tell you that I am a born fighter.
If you ask my friends, they will tell you that I am a hard worker!
If you ask my clients, they will tell you that I am warm and personable. That I listen, and find solutions to their situations.
If you ask me whether I'm Successful or not...I will say, I'm only as successful as my last transaction. Because I know that without my satisfied client, my business would NOT BE!
Testimonials
"Rarely is it that I meet another professional that so impresses me with their attitude towards their clients that I have to tell everyone I know.
Recently I had the pleasure of meeting with Lisa Schade, a Real Estate Consultant of Keller Williams Success Realty.
Lisa is different, in that she is interested in an ongoing relationship, like you would have with a doctor or attorney. Her level of professionalism and service show it.
So, when ever you have questions or are in the need of an exceptional Real Estate Consultant, I would whole heartedly encourage you to call Lisa Schade @ 847-828-5355 or email her at Lisa.Schade@kw.com. You won't be disappointed!"
Patricia Doran Sat Aug 23
Patricia Doran Sat Aug 23
"Lisa is a true Professional! Courteous and Polite! But a strong negotiator! She knows how to get Top Dollar for a listing, but she ALSO knows how to get bottom dollar for a sale. She's not afraid to fight on behalf of her clients. "If you have Lisa on YOUR side, You'll LOVE her! If you don't, I feel sorry for YOU!""
Mark Tue Oct 30, 2007
Mark Tue Oct 30, 2007
"Lisa is a Professional agent who has also become a great Friend! When I had trouble with my listing, she gave me adivce, but she also helped me to come to solutions that were acceptable to me."
Marie Sat Jul 12
Marie Sat Jul 12
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Lisa Schade answered:
Oh My Goodness!
Joe-
Yes, The buyer has the right, at any time to fire his current agent. And find themselves a new one, that will work on their behalf.
Please keep in mind, that we are all independent contractors, and we all practice business differently. Some more systematized than others.
However, if the original agent has done their job, kept in touch and showed the property, whether you like them or not, it will be tough in an arbitration hearing to prove procurring cause for the second agent. To come in as a subsequent agent would be difficult, even if the original buyers agent was terminated in writing. Yes, you have more of a leg to stand on, but, is this house really worth an arbitration hearing? Is it worth going to "court" over. Just because you don't like your current agent, doesn't mean you won't get called in the arbitration hearing.
In my experience, if someone knows the law well enough to quote it, they know the law well enough to break it. Or come close. And if that's the way they practice, are they really looking out for Your best interest or theirs?
Please feel free to contact me directly, if you'd like to continue this conversation.
Joe-
Yes, The buyer has the right, at any time to fire his current agent. And find themselves a new one, that will work on their behalf.
Please keep in mind, that we are all independent contractors, and we all practice business differently. Some more systematized than others.
However, if the original agent has done their job, kept in touch and showed the property, whether you like them or not, it will be tough in an arbitration hearing to prove procurring cause for the second agent. To come in as a subsequent agent would be difficult, even if the original buyers agent was terminated in writing. Yes, you have more of a leg to stand on, but, is this house really worth an arbitration hearing? Is it worth going to "court" over. Just because you don't like your current agent, doesn't mean you won't get called in the arbitration hearing.
In my experience, if someone knows the law well enough to quote it, they know the law well enough to break it. Or come close. And if that's the way they practice, are they really looking out for Your best interest or theirs?
Please feel free to contact me directly, if you'd like to continue this conversation.
Hi Joe-
Since you didn't sign any contract with them, if you haven't seen the property yet, you are free to find yourself a new agent, that will work in your best interest.
However, if you have seen the property, you owe them their commission.
Like it or not. As they have what is known as "procuring cause".
In the future, I suggest, that you find yourself an agent that you like, and one that will work in YOUR best interest. And, then, go look at properties.
Good Luck!
Since you didn't sign any contract with them, if you haven't seen the property yet, you are free to find yourself a new agent, that will work in your best interest.
However, if you have seen the property, you owe them their commission.
Like it or not. As they have what is known as "procuring cause".
In the future, I suggest, that you find yourself an agent that you like, and one that will work in YOUR best interest. And, then, go look at properties.
Good Luck!
Lisa Schade answered:
Hi Faith-
I would love to help you!
Please check out my profile on Trulia, and send me an email or contact me directly.
But, I would love to help you find your new home!
I would love to help you!
Please check out my profile on Trulia, and send me an email or contact me directly.
But, I would love to help you find your new home!
Lisa Schade answered:
Hi Jean-
Your question depends on how much of a credit you are willing to negotiate.
Honestly, you can have the floors corrected, cheaper than offering a credit. But, if you don't have the time to correct the floors, expect really low offers!
Please feel free to contact me directly, if you'd like to discuss this further.
Your question depends on how much of a credit you are willing to negotiate.
Honestly, you can have the floors corrected, cheaper than offering a credit. But, if you don't have the time to correct the floors, expect really low offers!
Please feel free to contact me directly, if you'd like to discuss this further.
Lisa Schade answered:
Hi Roberto
Depending on what condition the home was in when it was sold a year ago, will depend how much work needed to be completed, which will then adjust the second sold price.
What should be looked at is the neighborhood's values. Did you overpay for the neighborhood?
Without knowing the address, I can't offer up any data.
Please allow me to explain, if the home was sold as an REO in 2007 and there was significant work done to make it habitable, it is possible that the second list price was after work was completed.
Sounds to me, without knowing anything else about the property, that you purchased it in 2008 for the seller's cost after repair.
So, yes, you did get a great buy.
If you'd like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me directly.
It is true that now is the time to buy. Prices have not been this low in 80 years. So, the housing values really can't go anywhere but up! It'll just take some time.
Depending on what condition the home was in when it was sold a year ago, will depend how much work needed to be completed, which will then adjust the second sold price.
What should be looked at is the neighborhood's values. Did you overpay for the neighborhood?
Without knowing the address, I can't offer up any data.
Please allow me to explain, if the home was sold as an REO in 2007 and there was significant work done to make it habitable, it is possible that the second list price was after work was completed.
Sounds to me, without knowing anything else about the property, that you purchased it in 2008 for the seller's cost after repair.
So, yes, you did get a great buy.
If you'd like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me directly.
It is true that now is the time to buy. Prices have not been this low in 80 years. So, the housing values really can't go anywhere but up! It'll just take some time.
Lisa Schade answered:
Hi Bruce-
Thanks for your question!
Negotiating is a Mindset!
When negotiating in any deal, builder or otherwise, you need to remove all emotion. No one can effectively negotiate in an emotional state of mind.
You also need to remember that you are the buyer. You can technically be fickle. You have nothing to lose. And only everything to gain.
Before you ever enter into any negotiation you need to have a walk away point. And then be strong enough to stick to it while negotiating.
That is where a buyer's agent comes into play. And the great thing about it in Illinois, is that they are generally paid for by the seller. The buyer's agent negotiates on your behalf and they have the ability to remove all emotion out of a sale. Play hard ball if you will.
If you want it all, ask for it all. If your walk away point is... I get everything at my cost, or no deal. Be ready to walk. The one left holding the bag is the seller. He's got a product, that he wants to sell. If he doesn't want to sell, you'll know it through negotiations.
But, no matter how nice a house is. When you break it down, it's really only 4 walls and a couple windows.
Let the builder or the seller stand out. Let them do the summersaults.
They have to reduce their inventory.
You can spend your money anywhere.
If you'd like to discuss this topic further, please feel free to contact me directly.
Thanks for your question!
Negotiating is a Mindset!
When negotiating in any deal, builder or otherwise, you need to remove all emotion. No one can effectively negotiate in an emotional state of mind.
You also need to remember that you are the buyer. You can technically be fickle. You have nothing to lose. And only everything to gain.
Before you ever enter into any negotiation you need to have a walk away point. And then be strong enough to stick to it while negotiating.
That is where a buyer's agent comes into play. And the great thing about it in Illinois, is that they are generally paid for by the seller. The buyer's agent negotiates on your behalf and they have the ability to remove all emotion out of a sale. Play hard ball if you will.
If you want it all, ask for it all. If your walk away point is... I get everything at my cost, or no deal. Be ready to walk. The one left holding the bag is the seller. He's got a product, that he wants to sell. If he doesn't want to sell, you'll know it through negotiations.
But, no matter how nice a house is. When you break it down, it's really only 4 walls and a couple windows.
Let the builder or the seller stand out. Let them do the summersaults.
They have to reduce their inventory.
You can spend your money anywhere.
If you'd like to discuss this topic further, please feel free to contact me directly.
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