Name

Alan May, Coldwell Banker Evanston Realtor, North Shore Realtor

Company

Evanston Real Estate, Evanston, IL

E-mail

Contact Alan May, Coldwell Banker Evanston Realtor, North Shore Realtor (Evanston Real Estate, Evanston, IL)

Office Phone

(847) 425-3779

Cell Phone

(847) 924-3313

Fax

(847) 572-5716

Address

2929 Central Street, Evanston, IL, 60201

Description

Residential Real Estate specializing in Evanston, the entire north shore, and northern areas of Chicago. Evanston Realtor, Evanston Real Estate, Buying in Evanston, Selling in Evanston.

Alan's Blog

CRS - Certified Residential Specialist

CNS - Certified Negotiation Specialist

ABR - Accredited Buyer's Representative

USAA Certified as a listing or buyer relocation expert

Cartus Certified as a listing or buyer relocation expert

President's Circle National Award Winner.

 

I am a residential real estate agent practicing on the north shore of Chicago.  I specialize in Evanston properties, but also work in all the north shore suburbs (Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Skokie, Glenview, Glencoe) as well as into the city (Rogers Park, Andersonville, Edgewater, Lakeview).

 

 

The opinions expressed in my blog are those of the author only, and are not necessarily endorsed by the author's company or affiliated businesses. Any data provided is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. Opinions expressed in comments to this blog are not necessarily endorsed by the author

 

 

 

How I market your property

I am not a strong believer in Open Houses.  They are a wonderful tool that allows me to connect with new potential clients, but they're not a very good method of finding a buyer for your property.  I'm also not a huge fan of print media.  Sellers like to see Open Houses and Newspaper ads, because they're really the only tool that sellers are familiar with.

I stress a strong internet presence, broker's tours, professional photographs and virtual tours, color brochures, direct mail flyers and I like to make sure that I get a copy of your listing, directly into the hands of the top 100 agents in the area, who sell properties matching your description.

Testimonials

“Alan did an amazing job in helping us find our house in Chicago. He displayed professionalism, patience, and knowledge in showing us between 30 and 50 properties, while knowing we still had a house to sell in Seattle in the worst market in years. We could only look at houses during short trips to Chicago and Alan coordinated showings down to the minute and provided expert knowledge of neighborhoods we were looking in. Alan was referred to us by USAA and has since become a friend. While we hope not to have to sell//buy again soon, we know we will be including Alan in our next search.”
G. & L.  September 23, 2009

“Alan was the real estate agent for the sale of our home in Evanston, as well as for the purchase of our condo in Chicago. We were worried about being able to sell our house in today's market. However, as a result of Alan's extensive knowledge of the market and his demonstrated salesmanship skills, our house sold quickly and at a great price! I would recommend Alan without hestitation.”
P.B. Friday, Jan, 22, 2009

from a fellow Realtor:    It was a pleasure working with you on the sale of (Address). Your professionalism and attention to detail made for a seamless transaction. Many thanks."
J.M. Friday, Oct. 31, 2008

"I have bought and sold five properties with Alan. Alan is professional and knowledgeable and has become much more than merely a Realtor. He has become a confidant, counselor and a friend. I have used Alan in the past, and will use and recommend him in the future."
P.T.  Tue Oct 3, 2006

"We interviewed three agents, and chose Alan May of Coldwell Banker. He suggested we price our home higher than the other two agents did. At first, we thought he was just telling us what we wanted to hear, but he convinced us that our home was worth more than the other two agents thought. We didn't list at the highest price of the range that he suggested, but we went under contract, with multiple offers, selling within $5,000 of Alan's suggested listing price! Alan was right, and if we'd listened to either of those other agents, we would have left a lot of money behind."
C. & J.  Tue Jan 15

"Alan was the second agent I chose. I wish I had chosen him first. He was helpful and hands-on. I never had to wonder what was going on, he gave me ongoing feedback, and ultimately sold my unit for more than we both expected... well at least more than I expected."
Steven  Sat Feb 18, 2006

"We have so much to thank you for, but did want you to know how we so appreciated all your efforts on our behalf"
S. & J.  Tue Aug 30, 2005