RE/MAX Executives Plus of Decatur Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Decatur, Illinois

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Here is what working with RE/MAX Executives Plus of Decatur in Decatur typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

First buyer meeting

A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around Decatur and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Home search and private showings

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

Offers and counteroffers

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

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

Seller services

Pricing analysis (CMA)

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

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

From showing to sold

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

Focus areas

Investment Property

Rental comparables and cash-flow estimates for investors.

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 a Decatur home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $107,246. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $107K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$2,681–$3,217
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$2,145–$3,217
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$2,145–$5,362
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 Decatur

Clinton, IL22 mi · $156K Sullivan, IL25 mi · $200K Taylorville, IL27 mi · $139K McLean, IL35 mi · $200K Springfield, IL37 mi · $172K Mahomet, IL38 mi · $352K Champaign, IL42 mi · $239K Urbana, IL44 mi · $208K

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 RE/MAX Executives Plus of Decatur work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how RE/MAX Executives Plus of Decatur 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.