Find a real estate agent in Elgin, IL

Find real estate agents in Elgin, IL

Find real estate agents in Elgin, IL

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Find real estate agents in Elgin, IL

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Top 10 real estate agents in Elgin, IL

Clients agree: these pros are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Trucky Works

Trucky Works

5.0(2)
3 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Elgin, IL
Richard B. says, "Communicated well and kept me up to date on his schedule. Did a nice job. Will keep his contact info. on file and call again if I need assistance on another project." Read more
Angel Angelov Real Estate Broker-Runway Realty, INC

Angel Angelov Real Estate Broker-Runway Realty, INC

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Elgin, IL
Angel is coming with extensive background working with investors, builders and major real estate companies in his native country. Started doing Real Estate in USA since 2012, and step by step get involved to help all sellers, buyers and investors here. Specializing with residential real estate, Angel has been providing excellent service to all of his clients. If you need advice, support, suggestions, you can always contact Angel and he will be happy to assist you with all of your questions....
KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY

KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY

New on HomeGuide
Serves Elgin, IL
Name recognition
Divine Home Group

Divine Home Group

New on HomeGuide
Serves Elgin, IL
Our most important 'why' at Divine Home Group is having the honor to guide them through one of the most important transactions of their lives. Home is a powerful word. It's where you make new friends, bring babies home, where you celebrate life, and create memories. Home is where you lay your roots in a community. Being a smaller real estate group has allowed Divine's Agents to become local experts in the business and the area we serve. We keep our finger on the pulse of the ever changing Real Estate environment. This allows us to be knowledgable, creative, and innovative, while guiding you through the obstacle course that is real estate. As ...
Alex & David Landscaping & Construction

Alex & David Landscaping & Construction

New on HomeGuide
Serves Elgin, IL
Our focus is for our customers to be happy for what job they pay for. we work as a team to make the projects be as easy as it can be to complete.

Your Real Estate Agent Services questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, and rent residential and commercial properties. Homebuyers and sellers should get a realtor or listing agent to help find and visit properties, make offers, determine a competitive listing price, negotiate, and handle all the paperwork.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, real estate agents do the following:

  • Represent clients looking to buy, sell, and rent properties.
  • Advise clients on local prices, market conditions, mortgages, and related information.
  • Generate and compare currently listed and recently sold properties to determine a competitive listing price or offer.
  • Market properties through open houses, online websites, and advertisements.
  • Show prospective properties to buyers or renters.
  • Present purchase offers to sellers or helps buyers submit an offer.
  • Mediate negotiations between buyer and seller.
  • Ensure all contract terms are met.
  • Prepare and submit documents, such as loyalty contracts, purchase agreements, and deeds.

The standard, fair commission for a real estate agent is 6% of the home's sale price. The commission is negotiable and is typically split between the seller’s agent and buyer’s agent at 3% each. Some real estate firms offer selling or listing services at a flat rate of $3,000 to $6,000.

Additional costs apply for home staging, photography, videography, marketing, inspections, appraisals, and closing costs.

  • Real estate brokers are licensed to own their firm and help clients buy and sell real estate.
  • Real estate sales agents must work under a licensed broker. Brokers work with sales agents on a contract basis and charge a commission for each property they sell.

To find the best real estate office, look for and do the following:

  • Contact and compare at least three presentations from top realtor agents.
  • Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Select realtors with extensive knowledge and experience of the local market.
  • Avoid part-time real estate agents.
  • Avoid agents that don't typically work within your price range.
  • Look for agents that have recent and successful local transactions.
  • Look for agents that communicate with you regularly and keep you up to date.

After asking questions, hire the best real estate agents near you.

When hiring a real estate firm, ask them the following questions:

  • How long have you been in business? Are you full-time?
  • How many homes have you represented in this area?
  • What types of homes do you usually represent?
  • What price range do you typically work within?
  • What price would you recommend listing my home at, and why?
  • Are there any potential complications you foresee with this home?
  • How many other homes or buyers are you currently working with?
  • Can you provide testimonials and references from past customers?
  • Does your firm help with photography, walk-through video, or staging?
  • How long are houses taking to sell in the neighborhood?
  • How much do you charge, and how long does your contract last?
  • Is your commission negotiable?
  • What services are included in the cost?
  • How do you plan to market my house?
  • What do I need to provide to get started?

Reviews for Elgin real estate agents

Recent success stories from people in the Elgin area.
William L.
Did a great job and left the work area clean . Gave us options to save money. Would use again but moving out of state
Trucky Works
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