UPDATED 2019
I was at an early morning networking meeting today when it came around for me to speak about 
business. As always, the real estate discussion seems to take a while - everyone wants to know more or has a story to tell.
One of the people in the group mentioned that their company was doing work on a historic home in Winnetka and she was really proud that they were chosen for the job. Of course, I knew exactly which house she was discussing - it had sold last year. I was able to give details and place it for everyone else.
Everyone looked at me and said "Wow, you really do know Winnetka!"
I better, right? As a real estate agent I make sure to see as many homes as I can on tour days. If I miss some, I'll go out on Sundays and visit public open houses. I do this in all the areas I work in: Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, and Northfield.
How else would I know that a particular house is not what you are looking for even if it checks off all your boxes. How else would I know to drag you into a home that you didn't want to see?
Knowing the inventory is also key when working with sellers. I have a gut feeling for price when I tour someone's home and offer a price opinion. I will always go back and check the comps, but I'm usually right in the ball park.
While you're here, please see ALL WINNETKA HOMES FOR SALE
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Margaret Goss is a full-time real estate broker since 1998 working in the North Shore communities of Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Northfield, Glenview, and Evanston.
She can be reached at:
Phone: 847-977-6024
Email: margaret.goss@bairdwarner.com
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