When you sell home in Lake County Illinois, it is likely that you will utilize the services other professionals in addition to your REALTOR®:

An attorney   In Illinois, REALTORS® by law, cannot give legal advice.  Therefore, with few exceptions, homebuyers and sellers have attorneys represent them.  (Our standard purchase contract provides for buyer’s and seller’s attorney approval.)  The seller’s attorney is responsible for preparing most of the legal documentation, including a deed, and a buyer’s attorney checks over all the documentation, including the condition of title, to make sure buyer is getting what he is contracting for.

Surveyor   If your home is “detached” (not a condo or townhome), the buyer’s lender will require a new survey prior to closing (a normal seller’s expense in this area).  If you have an old survey, your REALTOR® or attorney will order a new survey after your home is under contract – about 3 weeks prior to closing.  If you don’t have an old survey, it’s a good idea to order a new one at the time of listing your home for sale.

Others   These are not typical, but depending on your specific situation and/or the results of the homes inspection, you may need the help of pest inspectors, radon or mold inspectors, structural engineers, HVAC contractors, roofers, etc.  We will provide you guidance in this area if needed.

We can help you!  Your CENTURY 21 Kreuser and Seiler, Ltd. agent can objectively recommend high quality, experienced professionals for any help you may need. (We typically suggest more than one of each for you to choose from.)  Neither your agent nor CENTURY 21 Kreuser and Seiler, Ltd. benefits from whom you choose.  Our only interest in the same as yours:  Let’s get someone who knows what they are doing so you get the best possible advice and service.

We are happy to provide our clients with the names and contact information for anyone we recommend.  Please contact any agent you know in our office, or call our office at 847-367-1171.