Sara In The Cities - Realtor

07/19/2024

PRICE REDUCED! $400,000
Open Houses this weekend!
Friday 4pm to 6pm
Sunday 12pm to 2pm
This rambler has been renovated, remodeled, repainted, & re-imagined from top to bottom, inside/out, except the owners suite bedroom in the basement still has its original charm. Can't beat this location in West Bloomington close to the conveniences of shopping, food, freeways AND within walking distance of an entrance to 9 mile creek! The trails & parks along the creek are a beautiful serene nature escape from the busy city life! This home has 3 bedrooms on the main level, 2 bedrooms in basement with finished family room/flex space as well! Fully fenced backyard with mature shrubs & trees that provide privacy and screened in gazebo! New Updates: roof, windows, soffit & fascia, lawn & landscaping, kitchen: soft close cabinets, gorgeous granite countertops, double oven and French door fridge, both bathrooms, floors LVP throughout main & new carpet downstairs, 200 AMP panel, lots of new plumbing, water heater, washer, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, range, microwave, fresh paint inside & out!

Take a virtual tour and see price history for 9901 Irving Avenue S, Bloomington, MN, 55431, Residential, Single Family, 5 bed, 2 bath, $415,000, MLS 6567826.

04/24/2024

04/23/2024

Did you know.....? 🤔
As one of my services to my sellers I will help you declutter your house to get it show ready!
I will help you pack what you are keeping and run items you no longer want to the nearest donation center! ♻️
Plus I give my clients FREE 🤑 moving boxes! 📦

03/28/2024

Activity in February showed positive signs of a strong spring market! Thanks to falling interest rates and a boost in inventory, sellers and homeowners are feeling confident to list and purchase. Real estate is hyper-local--reach out to an Edina Realty agent to see what's happening in your area! Click here for the full update: https://bit.ly/3x7tAwG

03/22/2024

📢 ***IMPORTANT PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*** 📢

WHY Buyer’s Agent Representation Is So Important in Real Estate & What Great Real Estate Agents Do To Represent Buyers To Get Them Into The Homes They Love (90+ tasks)

In addition to the list put together below...
I also provide a professional cleaning 🫧 of your new home on closing day that I pay for 🤑
I provide FREE moving boxes 📦 and I take them back after you are done to save for the next clients so we save the planet too! 🌎
And I am there on closing day with a special gift 🎁 and I've been known to help unpack your truck and even buy pizza! 🍕

1. Flexible To Schedule Meeting w/ Buyers
2. Prepare Buyers Guide & Presentation
3. Strategy Session w/ Buyers to Discuss Goals
4. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
5. Discuss Different Types of Financing Options
6. Help Buyers Find a Local Mortgage Lender
7. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Their Lender
8. Explain What You Do For Buyers As A Realtor
9. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
10. Explain Your Value to Buyers
11. Discuss Earnest Money Deposits
12. Explain Home Inspection Process
13. Educate Buyers About Local Neighborhoods
14. Discuss Foreclosures & Short Sales
15. Gather Needs & Wants Of Their Next Home
16. Explain School Districts Effect on Home Values
17. Explain Recording Devices During Showings
18. Learn All Buyer Goals & Make A Plan+Pivot
19. Create Internal File for Buyers Records
20. Send Buyers Homes Within Their Criteria
21. Start Showing Buyers Home That They Request
22. Schedule & Organize All Showings
23. Gather Showing Instructions for Each Listing
24. Send Showing Schedule to Buyers
25. Show Up Early and Prep Showings
26. Look For Possible Repair Issues While Showing
27. Gather Buyer Feedback After Each Showing
28. Update Buyers When New Homes Hit the Market
29. Share Knowledge & Insight About Homes
30. Guide Buyers Through Their Emotional Journey
31. Listen & Learn From Buyers At Each Showing
32. Keep Records of All Showings
33. Update Listing Agents with Buyer’s Feedback
34. Discuss Home Owner’s Associations
35. Estimate Expected Utility Usage Costs
36. Confirm Water Source and Status
37. Discuss Transferable Warranties
38. Explain Property Appraisal Process
39. Discuss Multiple Offer Situations
40. Create Practice Offer To Help Buyers Prepare
41. Provide Updated Housing Market Data to Buyers
42. Inform Buyers of Their Showing Activity Weekly
43. Update Buyers On Any Price Drops
44. Discuss MLS Data With Buyers At Showings
45. Find the Right Home for Buyers
46. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
47. Prepare Sales Contract When Buyers are Ready
48. Educate Buyer’s On Sales Contract Options
49. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
50. Explain Home Warranty Options
51. Update Buyer’s Pre-Approval Letter
52. Discuss Loan Objection Deadlines
53. Choose a Closing Date
54. Verify Listing Data Is Correct
55. Review Comps With Buyers To Determine Value
56. Prepare & Submit Buyer’s Offer to Listing Agent
57. Negotiate Buyers Offer With Listing Agent
58. Execute A Sales Contract & Disclosures
59. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
60. Coordinate Earnest Money Drop Off
61. Deliver Copies to Mortgage Lender
62. Obtain Copy of Sellers Disclosure for Buyers
63. Deliver Copies of Contract/Addendum to Buyers
64. Obtain A Copy of HOA Bylaws
65. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
66. Coordinate Inspections with Buyers
67. Meet Inspector At The Property
68. Review Home Inspection with Buyers
69. Negotiate Inspection findings
70. Get All Agreed Upon Repair Items in Writing
71. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
72. Check In With Lender To Verify Loan Status
73. Check on the Appraisal Date
74. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
75. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
76. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
77. Verify Title Company Has Everything Needed
78. Remind Buyers to Schedule Utilities
79. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
80. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
81. Receive and Review Closing Documents
82. Review Closing Figures With Buyers
83. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made By Sellers
84. Perform Final Walk-Through with Buyers
85. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
86. Get CDA Signed By Brokerage
87. Attend Closing with Buyers
88. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
89. Give Keys and Accessories to Buyers
90. Close Out Buyer’s File
91. On-going support (contractor, landscaper, painter, fence, appliance referrals…)

03/15/2024

Spring Market is buzzing and blooming and I'll be busy all weekend with hosting some great homes!! Feel free to share!!
Here's my OPEN HOUSE schedule for this weekend...

Friday, March 15th from 3:00pm to 5:30pm
1615 Clemson Drive Eagan
https://www.edinarealty.com/sara-salseg-realtor/homes-for-sale/1615-clemson-drive-b-eagan-mn-55122-6479173?nearby=0

Saturday, March 16th from11:00am to 1:00pm
1871 Casey Trail #132 Eagan
https://www.edinarealty.com/sara-salseg-realtor/homes-for-sale/1871-casey-trail-132-eagan-mn-55122-6483344?nearby=0

Saturday, March 16th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
5695 138th Street Court Apple Valley
https://www.edinarealty.com/sara-salseg-realtor/homes-for-sale/5695-138th-street-court-apple-valley-mn-55124-6486972?nearby=0

Sunday, March 17th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
6318 Brook Lane Savage
https://www.edinarealty.com/sara-salseg-realtor/homes-for-sale/6318-brook-lane-savage-mn-55378-6480392?nearby=0

Take a virtual tour and see price history for 5695 138th Street Court, Apple Valley, MN, 55124, Residential, Single Family, 2 Story, 4 bed, 4 bath, $400,000, MLS 6486972.

03/13/2024

So grateful for every opportunity to help people! 🙏 I love being a Professional Home Match Maker and it's a pleasure to help others chase their goals & dreams! ✨️ 😁