Brenna Freskos @ The Royal Family Real Estate
About
I started my real estate career 12 years ago to help people move into the next phase of their lives! Your home is the center of your life every day and the back drop of all your family memories. Whether my clients are thinking of buying or selling, they are dreaming about their future and that is such a privilege to be part of! I can’t imagine anything I would rather do.
I am in the top 1% of individual agents in my board. I average about 9 million a year in sales. I have been nominated and awarded a 5 Star Professional by Chicago Magazine for 7 years running. I have been showcased in Top Agent Magazine. I am a five star rated Zillow agent. I am a Certified Staging Professional. I am also a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the National Associations of Realtors, the Main Street Board of Realtors and my brokerage is part owner in the Multiple Listing Service in your area!
I am an absolute real estate addict! I love helping my clients on to the next phase of their life that they have been dreaming out! Additionally, I love houses, of every size and shape. I think I enjoy looking at the homes as much as my buyers do, and I love to hear about all the time and care my sellers have spend on their homes as well!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When working with a new seller, the first part of the process is market preparation. I hire a stager to meet with them and tour their home to make an suggestions on how to show the home to it's best advantage. I then send out our professional photographer to take photos and a video walk through tour of their home. Third, we prepare the marketing materials for the sellers to review and approve! Then we go one the market!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a managing brokers license, that is the highest level of license available to real estate agents.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
My standard commission is 5%. However, I do occationally have neighborhood discounts available.
How did you get started in this business?
I ALWAYS wanted to go into this business. With a backround in property management it was an easy transition!
What types of customers have you worked with?
All tyoes of residential buyers and sellers.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I am currently working with a very nice couple with two small boys. They are buying their first home. I am over the top excited for them! I want to be sure I do everything to help them find the right home!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Ask about their experience. Over 50% of "agents" sell less than 1 home per year. Very few agents are full time agents selling over 25 homes a year, less than 1%. Ask your agent home many homes they sell a year. It is an ever changing market and if you are not immersed in it, you will not understand it. Additionally, do NOT go with an agent just because they say they can sell your home for the highest price. For most properties our market is not a sellers market, you have to hit the sweet spot on the listing price to get the most out of your home. Don't go with an agent that just tells you what you want to hear, it will cost you money.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Their motivation for selling is something they need to have thought through. There are times when I actually recommend to potential clients that they don't sell. When you understand the market, you can help clients make the best decisions and that is what I am here to do!