Terri Larson & Andi Miller; Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors

Happy Labor Day! Thank you to everyone who works hard to make the world tick. And to those who are working even today, an extra thanks to you!

Let’s keep everyone safe and NEVER lose another child this way. ❤️

70,000 miles later - still love assisting buyers and sellers! (As Cindy Fredrick once stated - “Lots of butts have sat in these seats!”).

We are so happy to have been a part of this sweet story! As dog owners, we totally understand the benefits of unconditional love!❤ Can't wait to see Sully around CCE!💙

🐾 We’re excited to introduce Clear Creek Elementary’s new therapy dog, Sully! 🐾

I do ❤️ to watch the Olympics! 🤺⛹️‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️🏄‍♂️🏊🏽🚴🏼‍♂️🤽🏼‍♂️🤾🏽‍♀️🤼‍♂️🥉🥈🥇

We are so happy for both our seller and buyers on the sale of this home! 🤩🗝

Join Terri for an OPEN HOUSE this SATURDAY in the "Weberhood"!
Enjoy this light, bright and welcoming floor plan with plenty of room to spread out!

The final members of our team are the amazing staff members we have at LKR! They help us work efficiently and effectively for our buyers and sellers!
Here is a little get to know them and what their favorite go-to snack is!
Erik - Managing Broker: Cashews
Jason - Closing Department: Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites
Stephanie - Closing Department: Cookies- any cookie will do!
Janelle - Front Desk & Operations: Toasted Cheerios
Veronica - Marketing Director: Chocolate Ice Cream!
Walter - IT Support: Peanut M&M's OR Corn Nuts

Keeping everyone up to date on the Iowa City Area real estate market!

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FOR SALE: This home has always been filled with happiness and cheer! Enjoy this light, bright and welcoming floor plan with plenty of room to spread out. Call today to schedule a private showing! 🤩🏡

Terri Larson & Andi Miller; Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors Terri and Andi are both licensed to sell real estate in the state of Iowa.

Let us introduce ourselves! 🤩

Let us introduce ourselves! 🤩

Terri Larson & Andi Miller; Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors Terri and Andi are both licensed to sell real estate in the state of Iowa.

Tell us what your go to recipe is or your favorite local restaurant!😋

Join Terri for an OPEN HOUSE in the Weber Elementary neighborhood this weekend!

Looking for something to do for the weekend? We've got a few options for you!
Summer of the Arts -Friday Night Concert Series, Free Movie Series
North Liberty Blues & BBQ
Wilson's Orchard & Farm--Berries, Cherries & Flowers

Cool backlit clouds tonight!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!❤️🤍💙

We always check on our vacant listings and do walk throughs before closing. Sometimes everything is great and we don't need to do anything. Other times, we find a dryer full of forgotten laundry and need to do some extra light cleaning. Our job is always so fun getting to wear many hats: delivery people, cleaners, therapists, repair technicians, and many others that go above the role of a real estate agent. But what we love the most about our job is taking care of our clients! 🥰

Upcoming Changes in Real Estate: Understanding a Buyer’s Agreement
There have been many news stories about changes in real estate compensation. While compensation has always been negotiable, new guidelines have been adopted to ensure transparency. These changes will take effect in Iowa on July 1, 2024, and nationwide on August 17, 2024.
Being compensated as a Realtor® means receiving payment for the professional services provided in helping clients buy, sell, or rent properties. Compensation reflects the Realtor’s® expertise, time, and effort in marketing the property, negotiating deals, navigating legal requirements, and ensuring a smooth transaction process.
Effective July 1st, the upcoming changes in the real estate industry will enhance transparency around these commissions, providing buyers and sellers with clearer information about the costs and services involved when buying or selling real property.
Real Estate professional walking through a buyers agreement
Starting July 1st, several important changes in real estate will take effect:
When a home is listed, the sellers sign a listing agreement indicating the compensation they will pay to the listing broker. Historically, this compensation has been split between the listing and buyer’s agents. As we begin to implement the new Buyer’s Agreement form, sellers can continue to compensate in the listing agreement towards the buyer’s agent, or negotiate how much they are willing to compensate a buyer’s agent. Just as the sellers sign a listing agreement, buyers will now also sign a buyer’s agreement that outlines the real estate agent’s duties, responsibilities, and compensation.
The buyer’s agreement must be signed before viewing any homes, representing the most significant change consumers will notice. In this document, buyers and their real estate agent will discuss how the agent will be compensated if the seller does not cover the buyer’s agent’s commission. This is the new requirement and is the result of the Department of Justice and NAR reaching a consensus on how the industry needed to address compensation. A buyer can only be obligated to work with one real estate agent at a time - buyers will not be able to sign the Buyer Agreement with multiple agents and work with them all simultaneously. (Think of working with one buyer real estate agent as sellers work with one listing agent.) Our forms will be audited by the state, and our local MLS board as well as the State of Iowa Real Estate commission have penalties if real estate agents do not have signed forms in our folders.
What This Means for Home Buyers and Sellers
For home buyers and sellers, these changes are poised to create a more transparent real estate market. Overall, the goal is to foster a marketplace where consumers have better control and understanding of the financial aspects of buying and selling homes.
As the industry adapts to these new changes in real estate, it is important for buyers and sellers to stay informed and proactive. This transparency aims to help consumers make more informed decisions when choosing their real estate representatives. At LKR, we always have our clients best interests at the forefront, our house was built on this principle.
LKR’s Commitment to Transparency
Leading the way in this new era of transparency is LKR, a real estate brokerage that has been practicing transparency for over 50 years. LKR’s long-standing commitment to openness and honesty in real estate transactions serves as a model for the industry. With the upcoming changes, LKR continues to be a trusted resource for buyers and sellers, ensuring they receive the best possible guidance and support.
Final Thoughts, The ruling and subsequent settlement mark a significant shift in the real estate industry. These changes in real estate aim to benefit consumers and create a more balanced marketplace. As July 1st approaches, both industry professionals and consumers should prepare for these adjustments to ensure they can take full advantage of the new opportunities and protections now in place. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. As with anything, change is a constant, and within a short period of time using a Buyer's Agreement will be a normal part of the process and we won't think of it as a change. A small number of states have been conducting real estate using a similar format for years, and they've let everyone know it'll be just fine!

NEW LISTING in North Liberty!
Wonderfully maintained 3 bedroom 2 full bathroom zero-lot across the street from Liberty Center Park. Natural light filled and spacious main floor with open kitchen, newer black stainless steel appliances, pantry and ample cabinet space. Beautiful cherry flooring in the living room and hallway. Garage is upgraded with granite epoxy floor covering. The finished open lower level with plenty of room to spread out, with recreation area a third bedroom and second full bathroom. The LL laundry room has lots of cupboard storage, w/d to stay. Open level backyard with extra storage under the deck. Close to all great things in North Liberty with the park across the street an added bonus. Call us today to schedule a private showing! 📞🏡

Have you applied for your Homestead Tax Credit yet?🧐👍

FOR SALE: This home is full of charm, charisma, quality and comfort and looking for it's next owner! Many updates have been done to create a nod to yesteryear with all the modern conveniences and safety of today! Call today to schedule a private showing! 🤩🏡

Terri Larson & Andi Miller; Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors Terri and Andi are both licensed to sell real estate in the state of Iowa.

New Listing in the Weber Elementary neighborhood! This is a lovely two story home with so much space to spread out inside and out! Call today to schedule a private showing! 📞🏡🤩

Andi and I are pleased to support Oxford’s Summer Little League! Posted on the ball field is the following sign - a good reminder about student athletics! ❤️

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!

Better than new construction as owners have enhanced this home with many great features. They've added value through thoughtful landscaping, adding under-the-deck storage, updating the garage interior with an epoxy floor, a heat source, upscale shelving, turning a lower level storage room into an awesome home workout gym, and high quality window treatments with many additional features. There is much to appreciate on the main level as it provides one level living with a wonderful back covered deck, with steps leading down to a rather private patio. The lower level has a 3rd bedroom and full bath with a large family room. The potential 4th bedroom was set up as a work out room, with additional storage space. This is a wonderful home with many thoughtful upgrades.
Call today for a private showing! 🤩📞

Looking for something downtown with easy accessibility? 332 S. Linn Street #304 is the the place to call home!
Call today to schedule a private showing! 📞🏠