Name

Gerry Banister, MBA

Company

RE/MAX Showcase Homes

E-mail

Contact Gerry Banister, MBA (RE/MAX Showcase Homes)

Website

http://Gerrybanister.com

Office Phone

(248) 645-1589

Cell Phone

(248) 645-1589

Fax

(248) 645-2836

Address

912 Sl Old Woodward, Birmingham, MI, 48009

Description

I am committed to using my MBA and 25+ years of experience to represent the best interests of my clients--buyers and sellers in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb Counties . Reach me 24/7 at 248-645-1589

About Us:

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After a carreer as a Director of Human Resources for two major organizations, one local and one international, I decided that I wanted to build a career around working with others to help them realize their dream to own the perfect home for them and their family.  I recognize the importance that a home plays in our lives--whether as a finaincial investment, the environment where we grow as individuals and as families, the pathway to soical interactions, ot just a place to come to and feel safe  and loved.  I recognize that as emotional a decison as buying and selling can be, it is my job to insure that the transaction is totally legal and protects all the parties involved.  I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and an MBA.  I pride myself on being available to my clients --one phone numer reaches me literally 24/7. My total committment is to represent my clients best interests. 

Areas of Expertise

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 I specilize in residential homes and condominiums.  I bring 25 years of FULL TIME Real Estate Marketing experience.  This is not a hobby but my full time career.  I specialize in the Woodward Corridor of Southeastern Michigan, i.e.  Royal Oak, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Franklin.

Testimonials

TESTIMONIALS

Gerry,

Thank you for your excellent service selling my home on a short sale.  Who said a short sale could not happen in Michigan quickly?  Your expertise, let's get going attitude, and extraordinary follow up skills (with the bank) were the reason the deal was done. 

While I was 350 miles away in another state, we actually wrote the listing, set up the house on the market, and signed a contract without ever meeting face to face until the closing date.  If you remember, the first offer was pulled off the table on a Friday and you had it re listed the same day and sold again on Wednesday by calling the other people who came to a showing you held and they offered $20,000 more.  Great job.Chad S.

 I have known Gerry as my Realtor for over 20 years.  During that time he helped me purchase 2 homes and sell 3 homes.  Each experience was professionally handled with no complications and easy closings.  My last transaction with him occurred during the worst time in the real estate market.  I unexpectedly retired and needed to sell my Royal Oak condo as quickly as possible.  With many condos for sale in the complex and selling prices significantly below original purchase prices, I was not very hopeful.  Gerry listed the condo and found the buyer for significantly more than any other unit in the complex had sold in the last three years.  Thanks, Gerry for always being there and providing your experience and counsel.Victor D

 Gerry Banister has represented me as both a buyer and seller.  I would not have elected his services repeatedly if I didn't trust him and  have confidence that he has my best interests in mind.  He is a pro from start to finish.Kevin M

 Thanks for the fast and efficient sale of our condo in Royal Oak.  I was amazed that it brought in two interested parties on the first open house.  Unfortunately, the first individual's bank gave the condo  lower appraisal than we would accept.  You, of course, quickly got in touch with the second interested party.  The second appraisal came in higher than what we were asking.  My husband and I were thrilled you were able to sell our condo within a couple of months.  We are now very happy in our home up north.Rita W 

Working with Gerry Banister was a pleasure from start to finish.  IN a tough market, he priced the house perfectly and within two weeks brought us four offers-including one for exactly the price we'd hoped to get.  His advice and service was outstanding.  We could always reach him within minutes and we has ever gracious and extremely knowledgeable.  Best of all, he coordinated seamlessly with myself and my two siblings to sell our parents Birmingham home, making the entire process a smooth and successful one.Amy S

 Gerry listed and marketed our unique home in a very challenging and difficult market.  He represented us in the purchase of a rare historic home.  The home had been through a foreclosure and mortgage fraud situation.  While investigating the homes history, Gerry found that the vacant lot adjacent to the home (which was not part of the listing) was on the original title. As a result, we purchased the lot with the house at no additional cost to us.  Gerry was very thorough, professional, creative, and clearly represented our best interests.  In addition, he has handled rentals for our investment properties.Norm S