Lisa Hillman- john greene Realtor Services

Realtor · Oswego, Illinois

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Here is what working with Lisa Hillman- john greene in Oswego typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buying a home

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Illinois.

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around Oswego, including new listings as they hit the market.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

Seller services

Pricing analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis based on recent sales near your Oswego home.

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Marketing the listing

MLS exposure, online listing portals, signage and open houses where they make sense.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Illinois rules.

Typical costs on an Oswego home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $422,743. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $423K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$10,569–$12,682
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$8,455–$12,682
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$8,455–$21,137
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Oswego

Aurora, IL5.6 mi · $324K Yorkville, IL5.7 mi · $409K Plainfield, IL8.5 mi · $429K Naperville, IL13 mi · $625K Shorewood, IL14 mi · $415K Sandwich, IL14 mi · $330K Geneva, IL14 mi · $553K St. Charles, IL16 mi · $480K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Illinois?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Lisa Hillman- john greene work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Lisa Hillman- john greene handles dual agency or designated agency under Illinois law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.