Julie Moore/ Vision Homes Group Services

Real Estate Team · REMAX Rising · Pontiac, Illinois

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Here is what working with Julie Moore/ Vision Homes Group in Pontiac 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 consultation and agreement

Budget, timing, must-haves and the written buyer agreement required before touring.

Showings in Pontiac

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offers and counteroffers

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

Closing coordination

Working with your lender, inspector and title company through closing.

For home sellers

Listing price strategy

Comparable sales and current competition used to set a realistic asking price.

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.

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

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 Pontiac home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $161,537. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $162K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$4,038–$4,846
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$3,231–$4,846
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$3,231–$8,077
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 Pontiac

Odell, IL10 mi · $178K Fairbury, IL11 mi · $204K Normal, IL32 mi · $268K Bloomington, IL33 mi · $270K Morris, IL35 mi · $316K Utica, IL37 mi Bourbonnais, IL43 mi · $302K Watseka, IL47 mi · $98K

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 Julie Moore/ Vision Homes Group work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Julie Moore/ Vision Homes Group 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.