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Real Estate Services Designed for Seniors!
We
are real estate professionals who work hard for seniors
in the marketing and sale of their homes and in helping them
find the right housing choice in a senior community.
Jim
& Connie Erickson
612-382-3628
Certified
Senior Real Estate Advisors
Showcase
of Homes Realty
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The most trusted source
describing our services and the differences we've made should come
from our clients...
"I
was so grateful to have you represent me. I can not
think of a thing that you could have done better. I want to
thank you both for your consideration and courtesy during my
selling experience."
Betty
E.
- Plymouth, MN (sale
of home of 15 years, move to senior cooperative)
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| Betty was referred to us by a neighbor who was a
past client of ours. She lived in a split-level townhouse
with a tuck-under garage
and was finding it more and more difficult to climb the stairs. We met with
Betty & her
children to go over the marketing plan for selling her townhome.
On moving day Betty needed one of us to be at the townhome when
the movers were there so she could be at her newly constructed
senior coop. She is happy to be living without stairs & close to her children and
grandchildren. |
"You're
both so thorough and knowledgeable. We would recommend you in a moment
to anybody. Your clients know from the start that they are #1 in your
minds. We were so blessed to have found you two. You're the best!"
Ron
& Sue F. - St. Michael, MN (sale of home
of 20 years, purchase new townhouse in inclusive 55+ community)
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| Ron & Sue were empty nesters, wanting to
downsize. They felt that it was time to sell their home of 20 years and move into a
townhouse. Based on their "no maintenance" criteria we found them a
one-level townhouse
located away from the "hustle and bustle" of the city in an inclusive 55+
community. One of the things that they liked about this
home was the private, gated patio courtyard leading to the front
entrance. |
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"Jim
& Connie go out of their way to find what you are looking for.. They
treat you like family. God Bless them both."
Angie
& Cliff D.
- New Hope, MN (eminent
domain of home, purchase new townhouse in inclusive 55+ community)
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| Angie and Cliff's daughter called us to sign up
for one of our senior housing seminars. The three of them
attended. She later called us regarding her parent's situation
with eminent domain. This meant that Cliff and Angie's home, which they had
built and raised their family would be condemned solely for the
purpose of constructing a townhouse development. We sat down
with Cliff, Angie and two of their children to go over their criteria
for there move to a new community. They were all involved in the process
and looked at each home we showed them. We also provided market data to
assist them in their negotiations with the city. Cliff and Angie
moved in an inclusive 55+ community. Cliff and Angie were allowed
to take with them anything they wanted from the property they
had made such wonderful memories at. They graciously gave their perennials
to all those desiring some. We now have several Hosta's in our
landscaping which we will always treasure. |
"Not
a worry after my conversation with you about putting my home on the
market! After sharing your comparison of homes in the area, I felt very
good about the listing price and the prospect of selling."
Fran
F.
- Maple Grove, MN (sale of home
of 28 years, move to 62+ senior community)
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| Fran came to us with a desire to market her home.
She had lived in her home for 28 years. She was very concerned about the timing of the sale. We
explained to her the pricing options and the expected days on
the market for each price. She chose a price that best matched
her move into a 62+ senior apartment. Her home sold at the price
and in less time than she expected. |
"The
comfort factor with Connie and Jim was very important, giving a sense of
security and reliability. Altogether pleasant and helpful, beyond
expectations!"
Martha
P. - St. Paul, MN (sale of home
of 25 years, purchase new condo in inclusive 55+ community)
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| Martha's daughter called us regarding a senior
housing option seminar we were planning. She was in town from
California, was returning home the next day and would not be
able to attend our upcoming seminar. We offered to meet with her
and Martha that same day at Martha's home. They were thrilled
with that option. We talked about Martha's desire to move to one level living. We worked with Martha, based on her
criteria and with our assistance she sold her existing home
& purchased a condo in an
inclusive 55+ community. Interestingly, this was originally an
elementary school which her daughter had attended and later was
sold and converted into privately owned condominiums. She is now
living in what she thinks is her daughters 2nd grade classroom. |
"Perfect
performance in every category. I connected with Jim and Connie
on our very first visit. You became friends outside the business
aspect." Margaret B.
- Maple Grove, MN (sale of lake home
of 35 years, move to senior cooperative)
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| Margaret was referred to us by a past senior
client. Her lake home was filled with wonderful memories which
made it difficult for her to think about moving even though see
knew it was necessary and she was excited about moving into a
55+ cooperative. We first met with Margaret and had a casual
conversation. Later, Margaret's son called and wanted to meet
with us at Margaret's home to go over the marketing plan. We
listed Margaret's home and kept Margaret and her son informed of
each step of the process. Margaret's home sold in perfect
timing & despite the difficulties in leaving a home you love
she is now loving her new coop unit. |
| "Our
ages were a big factor in selling... little things were big
things but you both were patient with us and we trusted
you." Louie
& Audrey D. - Crystal, MN (sale
of townhouse and move to senior apartment) |
| Louie & Audrey called us from a
recommendation of a past client. They had made an offer on a
townhouse and needed to get their home on the market as soon as
possible. We met with them to review the marketing plan, but it
became apparent that they had second thoughts about their offer
on a townhouse. They needed someone to really listen to them
about what their needs were. As it
turned out, they really wanted a senior community that was
socially active and that fit with their retirement
budget. We suggested that they look into a senior, 62+ apartment
community that was highly recommended by a past client. They
toured the facility and really liked what they saw. We sold
their home and they moved into an active senior community. They
now have the opportunity to be socially involved without getting
in a car! |
| "I
personally would like to thank you both for your assistance in
saving me the added expense of $2,500. Jim for finding the
correct documentation to help support my request. And
Connie for your insistence of my pursuing it - that's the second
time you've pushed me beyond my comfort level. The first was in
recommending that the seller pay the closing cost expenses." Kathy
P. , Little Canada, St. Paul (sale of twinhome and move to
condominium in a inclusive 55+ community) |
| Kathy had contacted us about attending one of our
senior housing seminars. There was a sense of urgency and we
agreed to meet her the next day during her lunch break. We
placed her home on the market which later sold and found her a
condo with a view of woods and nature. Shortly after her move,
she contacted us regarding an assessed fee by the condo
association. We went back into our files to retrieve information
that would help her defend her position in not paying this fee,
gave her support and confidence in conveying this to the
association board. In her words above, she let us know of the
outcome. |
| "Working
with you both went so well ... especially since it (selling
and buying decisions) was
over an extended period of time and living at one place for 42
years. Harry
& Irene W. - Waconia, MN (sale of home of 42 years and
purchase townhome in inclusive 55+ community) |
| Harry and Irene had lived in an original farmstead
home, with nothing but country around them when they purchased
the home in 1963. They raised a family and watched many changes in
this West Bloomington suburb. They knew they wanted to make a
move to a townhome community but were wanting to be very sure of
their move. We met with Harry & Irene several times during a
1 1/2 year period going over marketing ideas & moving
suggestions. They had a unique property which could be
subdivided. When they felt comfortable we marketed their home to
both builders & the general public. We then found them a
townhome which met their criteria. They were very happy that
they never felt rushed or pressured & that when they made
the move they did it with the confidence of knowing they had
made the right decision. |
Let our knowledge of what
Minnesota's 55+ Communities has to offer you. Call us before you
take that next step!
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Helping
seniors through our real estate services
designed especially for the 55+
Contact
Jim & Connie Erickson
www.showcaseofhomesrealty.net
6508
Juneau Ln
Maple Grove, MN 55311
 
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