Mandy Montford

Broker Associate/Realtor, CSC, CNE Thank you for finding me, I'm glad you're here! I am a market expert in the Crystal Lake, Lakewood (and greater McHenry County) area. I have lived here almost my entire life, and am intimately familiar with our neighborhoods, schools, and area amenities. When choosing an agent, having a true LOCAL market EXPERT is critical. I have a background in real estate investing, and am able to help clients assess purchases from a long-term investment perspective, as well as the quality of life/enjoyment a home can bring. I value hard work, creativity, honesty, strategic thinking, and straightforward communication. I work tirelessly for my clients to make sure they have the best possible experience. Your 100% satisfaction is my goal. When working with buyers, I understand the importance of responsiveness and guiding them in a thoughtful manner. It's crucial to look down the road and strategize for the future when purchasing a home, so that your real estate investment meets your lifestyle and is wealth creating. My background in print and online marketing give me a firm footing to market my clients' homes for sale. As a Staging Consultant and a Certified Negotiation Expert, I have the necessary tools to make sure your home is seen in the best light, and negotiate effectively on your behalf when the right offer comes in. Additionally, my broad network of professional partners enables me to make life easier for my clients. From loan officers, to home inspectors, to contractors and attorneys, I have trusted, experienced partners to help you along the way. If you are considering purchasing or selling your home, I would love to meet with you and discuss your goals. I will walk you through the purchase or sale process in a clear manner, and alert you to any specific market conditions that may impact your results. I take a team approach with my clients, and together, we will have FUN, work hard, and get the absolute best results possible. Many people are curious about an agent's expertise, so let me start with a few facts... 1) My response time to get my buyers out to see a home they are interested in is usually SAME DAY, to ONE DAY. In a competitive real estate environment with limited inventory, this is CRITICAL. 2) On average, my listings over the last 12 months have sold for 1% higher (in terms of list price to sale price) than my peers. For a $300,000 home, that's $3,000 extra in your pocket. 3) The average time for my listings to go under contract is 28 days. The average for all homes in our area is 65. That's 37 days sooner, which gets you, the seller more money. Less market time = higher sale price. I'd love to hear from you...let's have some real estate FUN! 815.245.8195 Mandy Degrees, Certifications and Associations: - BA, Northwestern University, Economics - Founder's Club, Baird & Warner - Certified Staging Consultant - Certified Negotiation Expert - e-Team, Baird & Warner - National and Illinois Associations of Realtors - Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce - Heartland Realtor Organization