Connie Barhorst Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Baird & Warner · Libertyville, Illinois

6:50 PM in Libertyville Directions

Here is what working with Connie Barhorst in Libertyville 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 Libertyville

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

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Contract-to-close management

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

Selling a home

Listing price strategy

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

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

Marketing the listing

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

Offer review and negotiation

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

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 Libertyville home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $635,028. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $635K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$15,876–$19,051
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$12,701–$19,051
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$12,701–$31,751
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 Libertyville

Grayslake, IL6.2 mi · $374K Barrington, IL13 mi · $646K Arlington Heights, IL14 mi · $496K Glencoe, IL14 mi · $1.68M Mount Prospect, IL15 mi · $454K Winnetka, IL16 mi · $1.94M Glenview, IL17 mi · $698K Des Plaines, IL18 mi · $358K

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 Connie Barhorst work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Connie Barhorst 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.