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Do you have a nickname you prefer to be called instead of your legal name? If so please share that with us so we can address you in the manner you like to be addressed.
How did you hear about Realtor Abena?
If you were referred by someone, can you tell us that person's name so we can thank them?
What are the top three things you look for in a real estate team?
Why do you want to move to a new home?
If you're currently renting, when is your lease up? (exact date please)
If you're currently renting, do you want some overlap between when your lease ends and you move into into your new home or do you want to move right from one property into the other?
When would you like to move into your new home?
Have you previously owned a home or other real estate?
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No
Do you currently own a home? If so, do you need to sell it first? And, is it on the market?
What are the best days and times for you to look at properties?
How much time do you need at each property during showings?
5 Minutes
10 to 15 minutes
15 to 30 minutes
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Tell us a little bit about yourself
Current home address
Name of employer
Occupation
Office address
Preferred email
Preferred phone number
What is your instagram handle? We like to post congrats on your new home, etc.
What is your Facebook name? We like to post congrats on your new home, etc.
Do you prefer communication be done via email, text or phone?
For work do you...
Work from home
Take public transportation
Drive
If you take public transportation to get to work is there a certain bus line, el line or Metra line you need to be near?
If you take public transportation how long of a walk to the El or bus are you comfortable with?
Date of birth (may omit year)
Name of significant other (if applicable) - preferred and legal
Significant other's preferred pronoun
Significant other's preferred email
Significant other's preferred phone number
Significant other's occupation
Significant other's employer
Significant other's office address
Significant other's Date of Birth (may omit year)
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Work from home
Take public transportation
Drive
If your significant other takes public transportation to get to work is there a certain bus line, el line or Metra line he/she/they need to be near?
Who should we use as our main contact?
Will there be anyone else (besides a significant other) helping you with your home buying search or offering their opinion on which property you end up buying?
Do you have any kids or any plans to have kids soon? If you currently have kids, how many and their ages?
If you have kids or are planning to have kids, is school district a factor in your decision making process? If so, please let us know if there are particular schools you're interested in living by?
Will anyone else be living with you such as a roommate, spouse, kids? If so, whom and will they be part of the decision making process?
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I would say I'm....
Straight to the point
Cautious
Methodical/Analytical
Social/Outgoing
An Introvert
Others
My spouse/significant other (if applicable) is
Straight to the point
Cautious
Methodical/Analytical
Social/Outgoing
An Introvert
Others
When making decisions or do you rely on your gut/intuition or need a lot of info?
A lot of info
Second Choice
Gut/Intuition
Do you make decisions quickly or do you prefer to take time to think things through?
Quickly
Think it through
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What is your intention with the property after you purchase it (for example live in it, rent it out, airbnb the property, live/work space, etc)?
If you plan to operate a business out of the space in addition to living in it, what kind of business are you in so we can see if the zoning/HOA allows for a business to be operated out of a residential property?
How long do you anticipate owning the property?
If you are planning to live in the property, do you want to be able to rent it out when you're done living there?
Yes
No
Maybe
If you answered yes or maybe, is being able to rent the property out a deal breaker for you?
Yes
No
Maybe
Anything else we should know about your short or long term plans for the property?
# of bedrooms desired
# of FULL bathrooms
# of HALF bathrooms
Are you looking for a condo, single family home, or multi family building?
If looking for a condo, do you prefer a high rise building, medium rise building or low rise building (under 4 floors)?
High Rise
Medium Rise
Low Rise
Open to all types of building
Others
If looking for a condo, is an elevator in the building a deal breaker?
Yes
No
I dont know
Other
Do you have a minimum amount of square feet required?
Do you like open concept floor plans or do you like the kitchen, dining and living spaces to be separate rooms?
Do you prefer more modern construction or vintage properties?
Is parking a requirement?
Yes
No
Do you own a car? If so, how many?
If parking is a requirement, is a garage space a deal breaker or are you ok with an exterior uncovered space?.
Having a garage space is a deal breaker
Garage is preferred, but a covered exterior spot would be ok
Garage is preferred, but an uncovered exterior spot would be ok
No preference - either garage or exterior is ok as long as there's a designated parking space for the property
Other
If you have a car do you need to be able to plug it in to charge (ie. an electric or hybrid car)?
Is central AC a requirement?
Yes
No
Maybe
Is outdoor space a requirement?
Yes
No
Maybe
What kind of outdoor space would you like? How big? What do you want to put there?
Is in-unit laundry a requirement?
Yes
No
Maybe
What size bed do you need to fit in the primary bedroom?
Do you need a lot of closet space in the primary bedroom?
Is an ensuite (attached) primary bathroom in the primary bedroom a deal breaker for you?
Do you need a dedicated office space with a door you can shut so you can work from home?
If you are looking for a property with more than one bedroom, what will you use the other bedrooms for (ie. guest room, kids rooms, office, workout room, etc).
If you are looking for a property with more than one bedroom, do all of the bedrooms need to be on the same floor?
Do you prefer bigger living spaces such as the dining room and living room or do you prefer bigger bedrooms?
Do you cook a lot? Is a nice kitchen important to you?
What color kitchen cabinets and counters do you like? Describe an ideal kitchen?
Do you entertain a lot? Do you need a big dining table (if so how many people does it need to fit)?
Do you prefer carpet or hardwoods in the property?
Do you need a lot of closet/storage space?
Do you have any hobbies that need a lot of space (ie. woodworking, fixing bikes, etc)?
Is having a fireplace important to you? If so, do you prefer gas or wood burning?
Please list any must haves that are deal breakers
Please list any items you don't want/like in properties
Do you want a move in ready property or are you ok with a fixer upper?
Property must be move in ready
A fixer upper is ok
others
CheckboxesIf you're ok with a fixer upper what type of upgrades are you comfortable doing or hiring someone else to do (check all that apply)
Changing flooring (ie. carpet to hardwood)
Adding a backsplash
Painting
Gutting a kitchen
Gutting a bathroom
Do you have any pets or plans to get pets?
Yes, dogs
Yes, cats
No
Maybe
If you have pets: how many, what breeds, and how much do they weigh?
If buying a condo, do you have a preference for a first floor, penthouse, etc?
Do you, a family member or friend who visits regularly have a height requirement/need especially high ceilings? Some properties, especially vintage properties, can have lower ceilings, especially in basements (some basements can be 6.5 feet or under). If you need a property with high ceilings please let us know so we can keep an eye out for that!
Please describe your perfect home (floor plan, decor, yard, style, features, etc) and anything else that is important to you.
What specific neighborhoods or communities do you have in mind? What attracts you to these areas?
Are you ok being on a busy street or is that a dealbreaker?
Ok with a busy street
I definitely don't want to be on a busy street
I'm ok either way
The three most important factors when buying a house are: location, size, and condition. Which is the most important to you and why?
Have you done any research on your own? What specifically (open houses, Zillow, etc)?
If so, have any caught your eye? Please list the property address or MLS #.
Have you visited any properties in person?
When would you like to start looking at properties?
Asap
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months
1 Year
Is there anything else we should know about what you're looking for in a home?
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Are you pre-approved?
Yes
No
If YES - please list the mortgage broker's contact info (name, phone number, email).
If NO - would you like us to send you our recommended lenders?
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No
Other
What is your minimum price?
Will you be making an all cash purchase?
Yes
No
If no, how much money do you have set aside for the down payment?
Is anyone giving you gift money to go towards your down payments or closing costs?
Yes
No
Do you have a financial planner?
If not, would you like a referral for a financial planner?
Do you have an estate planning attorney?
If not, would you like a referral for an estate planning attorney?
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If you've purchased real estate before, were your experiences good or bad? Why?
What would upset you or make the home buying search process frustrating for you?
We strive to provide white glove service to every client. What would that look like to you in regards to your real estate transaction?
Is there anything else we should know about you?
We believe strongly in giving back, therefore, we donate a portion of each commission to either 1. local schools as we believe all kids should have access to a great education 2. local animal rescue groups as we are a team of dog and cat lovers or 3. a charity of your choice. After your transaction closes which group you would like our donation for your home purchase to be made to
The local school in your new neighborhood
One Tail at a Time: the local animal rescue group we partner with
A charity of your choice
If you choose "Other" for your donation, where would you like it made:
Is there anything you'd like to know about the Buy Sell Love Chicago team or anything else you'd like to share with us?
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Favorite Bands
Favorite Drinks
What do you typically order to drink at your favorite coffee shop?
Favorite Furniture Store
Favorite Hobbies
Favorite Restaurant
Favorite Snacks
Favorite Sport Teams
Anything else you want us to know?
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