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Your Guide to

Home Ownership

Scott Lehr Presents to Ben Dover

Knowledge, Experience, Professionalism

Dear

Ben Dover


Buying a home is a rewarding adventure and we're so happy to have the opportunity to bring your real estate dreams to life! In doing so, we aim to instill knowledge and confidence in all our buyers while helping them successfully navigate through every step of the process.

In the following presentation, you’ll be provided an outline of everything you need to know from consultation to handing over the keys. Our mission is to deliver world-class customer service and a winning experience.
Sincerely,

Scott L

- you're in great hands -

Meet

Scott L

Realtor®, ABR®, AHWDC C2EX, CDPE®, SRS®,CLP, ABR®, PSA®
(305) 992-4674
scott@scottlehrrealtor.com
🏡 Scott Lehr | Top Broward County Realtor® | 15+ Years Experience | The Listing Team
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If you are looking for a quick-turn real estate transaction, Scott is the agent for you. 
He prides himself on completing the entire purchase or sale agreement in less time than most other brokers. Scott wants to be the “go-to” agent for all things real estate – from houses for sale and foreclosed commercial properties to condos and high-end luxury opportunities.

Scott leads “The Listing Team” at RESF— the group that provides everything you need to buy or sell a home in South Florida and surrounding areas.

The Listing Team, with Scott at the helm, is made up of professional consultants who keep up with the trends and invest considerable effort to turn clients’ dreams into action. The team can help clients search for homes and provide information about particular communities and schools in their areas of interest. Scott and his team work in the areas of Weston, Plantation, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Hollywood, Davie, and Sunrise.

Scott specializes in matching sellers with potential buyers, finding the right clients who will treat a home with the same love and respect as the original owners. If you are looking for an investment property, need a place to rent, or a new home to raise a family at an affordable price, make Scott and The Listing Team the group you turn to for all real estate needs.
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Proven Track Record

Service

Provide great customer service by building bonds with clients that lead tolong-term relationships where we truly care about their needs.

Knowledge

By pursuing excellence in our expertise as agents we can better service our clients and lead them to home ownership in a smooth and easy process.

Integrity

Be ethical in all you do and communicate with honesty while paying attention to the details of each and every client, agent, and transaction.
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Market Trends in Homestead, FL

Market data as of:
The Market Action Index (MAI) is a literal temperature gauge that shows whether the market favors buyers or sellers.
An MAI of 30 is typically balanced; over 30 is a seller's market, under 30 is a buyer's market.

Buyer markets

Buyers get better deals and more choices when MAI is low.

Seller markets

Sellers can list for higher prices and quicker sales when MAI is high
Market data as of:

View current market trends

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Unique Value I Provide My Clients

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Customized listing search to find the perfect home.

I Found

Properties For Sale in Homestead

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Professional Network to help your purchase go smoothly

Professional Network

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Market insights as a result of my recent sales in your area

My sales activity in your desired search area will directly benefit you due to my market knowledge, negotiating prowess, and insights into local activity!
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Exceptional reviews that reflect a pattern of excellence with my past clients.

Raving Reviews

Scott is a man of his word. He says what he’s going to do and does it. In today’s time, a person’s word is invaluable especially when it comes to selling or buying homes for customers. Scott is truly talented when it comes to marketing, negotiations, market knowledge and most importantly putting the customers needs first. If you’re looking for someone to help sell and market your home or you just help in finding one than I highly recommend Scott for all your real estate needs.
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Scott is a great Team Leader, very professional and someone you can trust for all of your Real Estate needs. His knowledge in Marketing is outstanding. He will make every transaction a winner.
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Scott Lehr is a pleasure to work with when closing a real estate transaction. I always look forward to having Scott sitting across the closing table from me!
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Purchasing or selling a property can be a very difficult and stressful process. I can’t speak highly enough of my experience with Mr. Lehr. Scott is a true professional and a genuinely nice person. He is a pleasure to have as my real estate agent. Scott, I can’t thank you enough for all of your hard work, dedication, and the time you spent assisting me. Mr. Lehr never left any question unanswered. Scott was so attentive, he always responded promptly no matter what time of day it was. I highly recommend Mr. Lehr for all of your realty needs. He is very attentive to detail and a delight to work with. Without any trepidation, I can highly recommend him to anyone seeking a true professional Realtor. I couldn't have asked for a better agent. I would definitely work with Scott again. He was so helpful, patient, and extremely generous with his time and energy. Gayle C.
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Scott is very knowledgeable on marketing, him and his team will work hard on selling your house fast while getting your the highest price.
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Scott is an excellent agent. He is very competent in answering questions and diligent in finding homes that may meet his client's interest or requests. I look forward to working with him in the future when in need assistance in purchasing another property.
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I met with Scott in my house in Miami, FL and for the first meeting I felt like we know each other for many years, He gave me such a worm feeling and a lot of confidence. I highly recommended on Scott for any Realestate deal you may have.
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Friendly, knowledgeable, and reliable. Showed me exactly what I wanted to see. Unfortunately, I decided it was better for remain in my current home.
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I highly recommend Scott for all your real estate needs. He is knowledgeable, reliable and understands the South Florida market. He made finding my new home less stressful.
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Scott truly took the time to learn what I was searching for. He is extremely knowledgeable. Scott always responds in a timely manner. He took a difficult process and made it easy. I would recommend Scott to friends and family.
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I had a very disappointing experience with Scott Lehr. I called him this morning to inquire about one of his listings, and not only did he provide incomplete answers to my questions, but he also abruptly hung up on me mid-conversation. This level of unprofessionalism and lack of courtesy is unacceptable, especially when dealing with potential buyers. Based on my experience, I would not recommend working with him.
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Very helpful and patient. He looks after your best interest. I know him for a long time. He does his job well. He showed me many options. He is familiar with many areas in gliding Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
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My husband and I highly recommended Scott, his knowledge and passion shine right through. He spent lots of time with us and consulted us through the entire process. We are still looking for our dream home and i'm sure Scott will find it for us. Give him the opportunity to impress you as he has us.
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Scott did a great job showing me homes and helping through the home buying process. His attention to detail, integrity, and honesty was excellent. I recommend to Scott to everyone buying or selling a home.
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Scott guided me and helped me find an investment property. We were looking at several areas and he gave me the pros and cons of those areas, we analyzed the price of each property with the potential growth and potential rental possibilities. He helped me and guided me with his expertise and knowledge. He also was very transparent and told me what I needed to purchase the property including closing costs which helped me make a final informed decision
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Loyalty

This custom presentation that I’ve shared with you is an example of the care and effort I put into each of my best clients. I recognize that this purchase is one of the largest financial transactions of your life and it deserves careful consideration and wise planning. In light of this, you should feel strongly that mutual respect and understanding are key components of hiring me to help you accomplish real results starting right away.

Reviewing each other’s roles and responsibilities as we embark on the next steps together is how we can decide if we are ready to move forward together.

Processes

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Consultation

We’ll sit down together and help you determine your needs wants and goals while offering my personal industry expertise and strategies for bringing your vision to life.
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Pre-Approval

Getting pre-approved will help you know exactly what you can afford so you can confidently focus on the right homes. Plus, it shows sellers you’re serious, giving you an edge when making an offer.
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3

Property tours

After you have reviewed and selected which homes you want to tour, we get to go shopping! This is where you can start figuring out what you really want in your new home.
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4

Write offer

Once we find the home of your dreams, we'll submit an official offer - including but not limited to sale price, inspection contingencies, and closing costs. The seller then has time to accept, reject, or counter your offer.
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5

Under Contract or Escrow

With your offer accepted, we enter a 30-day Escrow period. This involves a neutral third party company that holds funds while conducting a thorough underwriting process to ensure all aspects of the contract are upheld properly
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Appraisal

The appraisal is ordered by your lender to protect their investment. They have their own checklist of things they look at for the final approval to move forward. The appraiser can demand repairs completed by the seller before they will give their approval.
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Inspections

Now that you've found your home we need to order the inspection. The inspection will let you know what repairs are needed, some are minor and some may be safety issues. Don't worry, you are still protected.
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Closing

Congratulations! You now own a home and can get moved in. It's time to celebrate and have your housewarming and show off your home. We will be standing by to answer any questions you may have about home-ownership and have a list of contractors if the need arises.
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105 More Ways

Agents Who Are Realtors ® Are Worth Every Penny Of Their Compensation.

Here’s a look at all the things – big and small – that a REALTOR ® may do to help clients when buying a home.

Counseling Session Activities

  • Prepare the buyer for executing a buyer representation agreement
  • Explain agency relationships to the buyer and get state required legal consent to represent, if needed
  • Inform the buyer of working relationship based on state law, the REALTORS® Code of Ethics, and the broker’s business policies

Building a Relationship

  • Learn the buyer’s wants and non-negotiable needs
  • Understand the buyer’s budget and what will be needed financially
  • Help the buyer understand what property their chosen budget will buy
  • Consider having the buyer fill out a homebuyer’s checklist
  • Assist the buyer in examining how much they can afford to spend
  • Provide quality lender resources
  • Partner with the buyer to locate suitable properties for consideration
  • Match the buyer’s needs with available property
  • Constantly re-evaluate buyer’s needs and refocus property showings to fit those needs
  • After ensuring the buyer understands what is done for them, how it is done,and the benefit to them, obtain signatures on the buyer representation agreement
  • Explain how compensation is paid, who pays it, and what the buyer’s options are for paying it

Educating the Buyer

  • Communicate the working relationship based on state law, the REALTORS® Code of Ethics, and the broker’s business policies
  • Explain Federal and State Fair Housing laws
  • Explain what to look for in applicable property disclosures
  • Reassure the buyer that their personal information will remain confidential
  • Inform the buyer that you will always disclose all known material defects
  • In accordance with state law, provide information on checking the sex-offender registry and crime statistics for the neighborhood
  • Discuss available resources that the buyer can check to learn more about prospective neighborhoods
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Preparing the Buyer

  • Explain the timeline for house hunting, mortgage approval, and closing
  • Explain the local market and how it impacts the buyer
  • Show statistics on what percentage of list price sellers in the area are currentlyreceiving
  • Inform the buyer on what home features are popular
  • Identify current average days on market
  • Share the dangers of using the price per square foot to figure home values
  • Explain the concept of absorption rate and how it impacts the buying process
  • Indicate current listing months of market inventory
  • Share estimated potential out-of-pocket costs to complete the transaction
  • Assist the buyer in analyzing the loan estimates
  • Qualify the buyer for financial ability to purchase
  • Help the buyer account for the complete costs of homeownership
  • Prepare lender for listing agent calls
  • Assist in comparing different financing options
  • Help the buyer select for viewing only those homes that fit their needs
  • Proceed in showing homes that fit the buyer’s must-haves
  • Caution the buyer on posting information to social media
  • Review the sample sales contract so the buyer is prepared when it comes time to make an offer

Showing Properties

  • Schedule showings and provide access to all listed properties as soon as they become available in their local MLS broker marketplaces
  • Educate the buyer on the immediacy of new listings appearing in their local MLS broker marketplaces and the lag time for them to appear on some websites
  • Collaborate with the buyer on properties they may have learned about through their sphere contacts
  • Research and assist on all unlisted properties the buyer wishes to see
  • Preview properties prior to showing if needed
  • Network with other agents to source properties not yet in their local MLS broker marketplaces
  • Contact homeowners in focus areas to see if they are considering selling
  • Set up an automated email alert system through their local MLS broker marketplaces that immediately notifies the buyer of properties that fit discussed requirements
  • Arrange a tour of areas, schools, and key points of interest
  • Provide resources containing neighborhood information on municipal services,schools, etc.
  • Inform the buyer of negative aspects like nearby venues or operations that may result in issues that could impact value
  • Collect and share any other vital information on available homes, remembering to follow all fair housing laws at all times
  • Check applicable zoning and building restrictions
  • Help the buyer decipher public property and tax information
  • Collect and share pertinent data on values, taxes, utility costs, etc.
  • Compare each property shown to the buyer’s wants and needs list and remind them of what they were looking for
  • Help the buyer narrow the search until the buyer identifies top choices

Negotiating Offers

  • Assist the buyer in getting the best property at the best price
  • Suggest that the buyer learn more about the neighborhood prior to makingan offer
  • Prepare a comparative market analysis (CMA) in advance of making an offer
  • Prepare the buyer to have the most attractive offer in the current marketplace
  • Explain common contract contingencies and include approved protective clauses in the purchase offer
  • Ensure that the buyer receives and understands all state and federally-required disclosure forms
  • Prioritize contract negotiation goals with the buyer
  • Help create a negotiating strategy
  • Use strategies such as an escalation clause to maintain a competitive offer
  • Prepare the buyer for a multiple offer situation and develop negotiation strategies
  • Write an offer that has a reasonable chance of being accepted
  • Recommend optional contingencies and explain the pros and cons of using them
  • Provide information on purchasing incentives that may be available
  • Discuss financing alternatives
  • Negotiate the buyer’s offers to arrive at the best price and terms
  • Utilize hyperlocal expertise and strong communication skills to assist the buyer in being the successful offer

Advocating for the Buyer and Facilitating the Close (Part 1/2)

  • Advocate for the buyer throughout the entire process
  • Encourage the buyer to fully investigate their options in terms of a home inspector, title company, appraiser, mortgage lender, and other services
  • Present a list of the types of required and optional inspections such as environmental, roofing, and mold
  • Review and discuss home inspection concerns
  • Negotiate repair requests from home inspection
  • Guide the buyer on meeting all contract deadlines
  • Assist in coordinating communications
  • Advise the buyer to review the settlement statement
  • Inform clients that they need to transfer utilities to the new residence
  • Schedule final walkthrough
  • Accompany the buyer on the walkthrough
  • Assist the buyer in questioning the appraisal report if it affects the financing
  • Confirm clear-to-close with the lender
  • Ensure all parties have all forms and information needed to close the sale
  • Remind the buyer of the location where the closing will be held
  • Confirm the closing date and time, and notify parties if there are changes
  • Gather all required forms and documents for closing
  • Explain flood insurance to the buyer
  • Explain title insurance to the buyer and refer to qualified insurance broker
  • Order any surveys needed

Advocating for the Buyer and Facilitating the Close (Part 2/2)

  • Order the appraisal
  • Order the title search
  • Confirm the status of the loan funding
  • Check addendums and alterations for agreed terms
  • Review the buyer’s closing statement to ensure accuracy
  • Explain wire fraud risks and remind clients to verify all wiring instructions before transferring funds
  • Double-check all tax, homeowners’ association dues, utility, and applicable prorations, if relevant
  • Request final closing figures from the closing agent (often an attorney ortitle company)
  • Receive and carefully review closing figures to ensure accuracy
  • Receive and carefully review title insurance commitment with the buyer
  • Advise the buyer to re-key their locks and to consider a one-time cleaning service or landscaping before moving day
  • Review documents with the closing agent (attorney)
  • Support the buyer in any final closing activities
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Actual services provided will depend on the needs of the buyer and the transaction –not all 105 things will need to be done in every transaction.

Featured content from the Center for REALTOR® Development’s Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course. Visit crd.realtor to learn more.
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What buyers need to know about the
National Association of Realtors (NAR) changes.

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Starting August 17th, 2024

It is required to complete and sign a written agreement before showing a home. This applies to buyers requiring the services of any licensed agent in the U.S. to visit a property.
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By Signing the Agreement to Partner with an Agent

Our agent is dedicated to you and committed to finding a home that meets your needs.
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With a proven track record

We have the knowledge and experience to be the BEST asset in your real estate endeavors.

Signing a Buyers Broker Agreement or BBA

  • This is an agreement to engage with a professional real estate agent to consult, show homes, negotiate contracts, and advocate.
  • It will establish the length of the agreement
  • It shows the agent/broker's services and responsibilities
  • It explains the agreement's exclusivity between Broker and client, what fees are owed for services rendered, and how to terminate the agreement. It mentions additional fees if the buyer signs with more than one agent.
  • It provides a clear explanation of the various ways an agent can be compensated for their services to the Buyer.
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Real Estate Expert

Scott L

Realtor®, ABR®, AHWDC C2EX, CDPE®, SRS®,CLP, ABR®, PSA® | 3376771

scott@scottlehrrealtor.com | (305) 992-4674

Let's Chat.

I'm sure you have questions and thoughts about the real estate process. I'd love to talk with you about what you've read here and help you on the path to buying your new home.

I look forward to working with you.
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Thank you!

In everything we do, we are driven to help others, because behind every transaction there is a vision, a goal, a dream waiting to come to life. In doing so, we bring our expertise, our instincts from years of experience, and our complete dedication to you.

This is only the beginning of an exciting journey to a bright and shining new future. And it's only the beginning of our commitment to servicing your every real estate need. Thank you for the opportunity to help you find your perfect home!
We'll be right there with you, every step of the way.
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