Tracey MacLeod - Realtor

Wishing everyone a Happy and Safe Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

💯% TRUTH! But would not trade it for anything. Love the end result of helping my clients realize their dreams!

Happy Father’s Day!

Pic: Me and my dad - he is rescuing me from a car breakdown in his vintage BMW! Love you Dad!! 😘😘😘

I am pleased to announce I have joined The Ngo Group, powered by
Illustrated Properties Real Estate! Stephen Ngo has been a long time friend, colleague and mentor. I am honored and excited to be a part of his team of experienced and exceptional professionals.

We are pleased to welcome Tracey MacLeod as the newest member of the Illustrated Properties team, where she'll be joining The Ngo Group at our Stuart East office.

Originally from Rhode Island, Tracey has spent the past 20+ years as a dedicated member of the Martin County community after falling in love with the incredible school system. After a successful sales career in the pharmaceutical industry, she pursued real estate, combining her love of Martin County, deep local knowledge, and sales and marketing experience. She's a current board member of the Treasure Coast Cycling Association and in her spare time enjoys spending time with her family, cycling, and volunteering in the community.

Join us in making her feel welcome!

Tracey Curivan MacLeod
Tracey MacLeod - Realtor

If you have been looking for Downtown Stuart, the wait is over! Walk to all the best restaurants, shops and entertainment that Stuart has to offer…or take your boat from the dock in your back yard. Don’t miss this beauty! Instant income potential as well with no rental restrictions!

NEW LISTING in Downtown Stuart at 504 SW Akron Avenue! Home comes with a private dock and boat lift just steps from your back door. Stuart Cay is within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and entertainment with a low HOA and no rental restrictions! Open House this Saturday the 8th, 12-2 pm and Sunday, 1-3 pm!

Offered at $875,000

Listing Presented by
Jean Sicoli, Realtor and Tracey MacLeod - Realtor

Please contact Jean or Tracey with any questions or requests for showings!

Illustrated Properties Real Estate

Good (important!) info!

Property Appraiser E-News June 2024 New Construction in Martin County Adds $790 Million Market Value to Tax Roll The Martin County Property Appraiser’s Office released the 2024 estimated preliminary taxable values to the ten Martin Coun

Congratulations to my buyers on the purchase of their new investment property! Want to diversify your investments? Real estate is a great option! Give me a call to help you find the best opportunities!
772-631-3336

After a short move to Wisconsin, my buyers could not wait to get back to the Sunshine State. Welcome home Jake, Megan and kids! Thank you for trusting me to help you find a perfect home to raise your family in! 🏡

February 2024 produced an amazing month for our agents!

First off, Congratulations to Tracey MacLeod - Realtor who is our Distinguished Closed Production winner with a combined total of $2,896,500! Tracey is joined by 8 other agents who earned Gold Keys for over a million dollars of production in a single month.

With our team's efforts we were able to contribute another $3,726.62 to the Premier Charitable Fund. Congratulations to all our winners!

Premier Realty Group See details for 2733 SW Regency Road, Stuart, FL 34997, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, 2021 Sq Ft., Single Family, MLS #: M20044348, Status: NEW LISTING, Courtesy: Premier Realty Group Inc, 772-287-1777, Provided by: Premier Realty Group

March 2024 produced an amazing month for our agents!

First off, Congratulations to Stephen P. Ngo, Realtor who is our Distinguished Closed Production winner with a combined total of $4,597,000! Stephen is joined by 16 other agents who earned Gold Keys for over a million dollars of production in a single month.

With our team's efforts we were able to contribute over $3,500 to the Premier Charitable Fund. Congratulations to all our winners!

YAY!!!! The ice cream truck is here!! Treating my neighbors to ice cream tonight with Mister Softee! 🍦🍦🍦

❤️This is what real estate sales includes. You might have heard recent news about the real estate industry and the commission structure changes. I think it’s important for people to know this:

There is a lot of talk in the news about real estate agent commissions and a lot of it is not accurate. They LOVE what they do and they do it because they LOVE helping people but there is almost always a huge misconception on what they do and how they get paid. It's not a secret so here ya go...😊

The average FULL TIME REALTOR’s earnings last year was $31,900 @ 40+ hours a week. (Notice I wrote full time 40+ hours not 0-20 hours a week) which is well below the living wage. As a REALTOR they do not get paid a hourly wage or salary and they only get paid if they sell a home and it closes. They can only get paid by broker to broker. As an agent you could work with someone days, weeks, months, or years with no guarantee of a sale ever.

Essentially they wake up each day unemployed going on Job Interviews and they deal with constant rejection. They dedicate time away from family, use our time, gas, pay for babysitters, miss dinner and weekends and rarely take vacations or work through their vacations. They are on 24/7! You constantly need to be on, or you could miss an opportunity. Once they do close a home, half goes to the other persons agent from the remaining half. They have lots of upfront expenses that must be paid out before they even get paid:

Broker Splits and Fees
Office rent and utilities
MLS Fees
NAR Fees
Local Association Fees
E&O Business Insurance
Extended Auto Insurance
Self-Employment Tax
State Licensing Fees
Advertising Fees
Showing Service Fees
Website Fees
Assistant's Salaries
Showing partners
Transaction coordinator
Yard Signs
Photographers
Videographers
Office Supplies
Business Cards
Property Flyers
Electronic Lockboxes
Continued RE Education
Legal Fees
Gas
Income taxes are not taken out so they have to put that aside around 25-30%.

Don’t forget health insurance if you don’t have a spouse who provides it.

As a listing agent they have lots of tasks far more than just selling a home.

1. Prepare Listing Presentation for Sellers
2. Research Sellers Property Tax Info
3. Research Comparable Sold Properties for Sellers
4. Determine Average Days on Market
5. Gather Info From Sellers About Their Home
6. Meet With Sellers at Their Home
7. Get To Know Their Home
8. Present Listing Presentation
9. Advise on Repairs and/or Upgrades
10. Provide Home Seller To-Do Checklist
11. Explain Current Market Conditions
12. Discuss Seller’s Goals
13. Share Your Value Proposition
14. Explain Benefits of Your Brokerage
15. Present Your Marketing Options
16. Explain Video Marketing Strategies
17. Demonstrate 3D Tour Marketing
18. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
19. Describe the Buyer Pre-Screening Process
20. Create Internal File for Transaction
21. Get Listing Agreement & Disclosures Signed
22. Provide Sellers Disclosure Form to Sellers
23. Verify Interior Room Sizes
24. Obtain Current Mortgage Loan Info
25. Confirm Lot Size from County Tax Records
26. Investigate Any Unrecorded Property Easements
27. Establish Showing Instructions for Buyers
28. Agree on Showing Times with Sellers
29. Discuss Different Types of Buyer Financing
30. Explain Appraisal Process and Pitfalls
31. Verify Home Owners Association Fees
32. Obtain a Copy of HOA Bylaws
33. Gather Transferable Warranties
34. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
35. Verify Security System Ownership
36. Discuss Video Recording Devices & Showings
37. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
38. Agree on Repairs to Made Before Listing
39. Schedule Staging Consultation
40. Schedule House Cleaners
41. Install Electronic Lockbox & Yard Sign
42. Set-Up Photo/Video Shoot
43. Meet Photographer at Property
44. Prepare Home For Photographer
45. Schedule Drone & 3D Tour Shoot
46. Get Seller’s Approval of All Marketing Materials
47. Input Property Listing Into The MLS
48. Create Virtual Tour Page
49. Verify Listing Data on 3rd Party Websites
50. Have Listing Proofread
51. Create Property Flyer
52. Have Extra Keys Made for Lockbox
53. Set-Up Showing Services
54. Help Owners Coordinate Showings
55. Gather Feedback After Each Showing
56. Keep track of Showing Activity
57. Update MLS Listing as Needed
58. Schedule Weekly Update Calls with Seller
59. Prepare “Net Sheet” For All Offers
60. Present All Offers to Seller
61. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Buyer’s Agent
62. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Qualifications
63. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Lender
64. Negotiate All Offers
65. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
66. Check Buyer’s Agent Has Received Copies
67. Change Property Status in MLS
68. Deliver Copies of Contact/Addendum to Seller
69. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
70. Coordinate Inspections with Sellers
71. Explain Buyer’s Inspection Objections to Sellers
72. Determine Seller’s Inspection Resolution
73. Get All Repair Agreements in Writing
74. Refer Trustworthy Contractors to Sellers
75. Meet Appraiser at the Property
76. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
77. Confirm Clear-to-Close
78. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
79. Verify Title Company Has All Docs
80. Remind Sellers to Transfer Utilities
81. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
82. Resolve Any Title Issues Before Closing
83. Receive and Carefully Review Closing Docs
84. Review Closing Figures With Seller
85. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made
86. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
87. Attend Seller’s Closing
88. Pick Up Sign & Lock Box
89. Change Status in MLS to “Sold.”
90. Close Out Seller’s File With Brokerage

As a buyers agent they also have many tasks.

1. Schedule Time To Meet Buyers
2. Prepare Buyers Guide & Presentation
3. Meet Buyers and Discuss Their Goals
4. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
5. Discuss Different Types of Financing Options.
6. Help Buyers Find a Mortgage Lender
7. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Their Lender
8. Explain What You Do For Buyers As A Realtor
9. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
10. Explain Your Company’s Value to Buyers
11. Discuss Earnest Money Deposits
12. Explain Home Inspection Process
13. Educate Buyers About Local Neighborhoods
14. Discuss Foreclosures & Short Sales
15. Gather Needs & Wants Of Their Next Home
16. Explain School Districts Effect on Home Values
17. Explain Recording Devices During Showings
18. Learn All Buyer Goals & Make A Plan
19. Create Internal File for Buyers Records
20. Send Buyers Homes Within Their Criteria
21. Start Showing Buyers Home That They Request
22. Schedule & Organize All Showings
23. Gather Showing Instructions for Each Listing
24. Send Showing Schedule to Buyers
25. Show Up Early and Prepare First Showing
26. Look For Possible Repair Issues While Showing
27. Gather Buyer Feedback After Each Showing
28. Update Buyers When New Homes Hit the Market
29. Share Knowledge & Insight About Homes
30. Guide Buyers Through Their Emotional Journey
31. Listen & Learn From Buyers At Each Showing
32. Keep Records of All Showings
33. Update Listing Agents with Buyer’s Feedback
34. Discuss Home Owner’s Associations
35. Estimate Expected Utility Usage Costs
36. Confirm Water Source and Status
37. Discuss Transferable Warranties
38. Explain Property Appraisal Process
39. Discuss Multiple Offer Situations
40. Create Practice Offer To Help Buyers Prepare
41. Provide Updated Housing Market Data to Buyers
42. Inform Buyers of Their Showing Activity Weekly
43. Update Buyers On Any Price Drops
44. Discuss MLS Data With Buyers At Showings
45. Find the Right Home for Buyers
46. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
47. Prepare Sales Contract When Buyers are Ready
48. Educate Buyer’s On Sales Contract Options
49. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
50. Explain Home Warranty Options
51. Update Buyer’s Pre-Approval Letter
52. Discuss Loan Objection Deadlines
53. Choose a Closing Date
54. Verify Listing Data Is Correct
55. Review Comps With Buyers To Determine Value
56. Prepare & Submit Buyer’s Offer to Listing Agent
57. Negotiate Buyers Offer With Listing Agent
58. Execute A Sales Contract & Disclosures
59. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
60. Coordinate Earnest Money Drop Off
61. Deliver Copies to Mortgage Lender
62. Obtain Copy of Sellers Disclosure for Buyers
63. Deliver Copies of Contract/Addendum to Buyers
64. Obtain A Copy of HOA Bylaws
65. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
66. Coordinate Inspections with Buyers
67. Meet Inspector At The Property
68. Review Home Inspection with Buyers
69. Negotiate Inspection Objections
70. Get All Agreed Upon Repair Items in Writing
71. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
72. Check In With Lender To Verify Loan Status
73. Check on the Appraisal Date
74. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
75. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
76. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
77. Verify Title Company Has Everything Needed
78. Remind Buyers to Schedule Utilities
79. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
80. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
81. Receive and Review Closing Documents
82. Review Closing Figures With Buyers
83. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made By Sellers
84. Perform Final Walk-Through with Buyers
85. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
86. Get CDA Signed By Brokerage
87. Attend Closing with Buyers
88. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
89. Give Keys and Accessories to Buyers
90. Close Out Buyer’s File Brokerage

Whew…exhausting isn’t it!?! 🤯 and there’s many other things not listed like septic tank challenges!!

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Super proud of the sale of this off market listing. The buyers told me they wanted a river front home in my neighborhood. Nothing was on the market, but this was one I had identified as having a high potential of becoming available and when the time was right we made it happen! So happy for all involved. Who you work with matters!

Ha! Which one of you misplaced your fortune? I’ve got you covered! 🏡

A beautiful Sunday to tour some amazing homes!

Want a private showing? Reach out to me to schedule.

Ready to kick off the New Year with a home that's just right? 🏡✨ Picture this: a house that feels so perfect, it's 'resolution-ary'! 🎉 Let's make your dream home a reality in 2024—contact me today and let the home-search festivities begin! 🗝️

I often forget to take pictures at my closings, but this one I could not resist! Stacey and Connie brought flat Remy to their closing. Remy is one of their eight grandchildren and he sent them the “flat” version of himself so he could be there when they move into their new Florida home! 🥹Congratulations you two! Wishing you many great years of hosting real Remy and the rest of your family in your beautiful new home! Welcome back to Florida!!

Thank you Lovena! It was a pleasure working with you and Howard!

Open House! Sunday 1-4 PM
Come check out this beautiful Key West style home built in 2019! 3/2/2; all impact glass, quartz counters, wood look tile floors throughout. Listed for $499,000

596 SW Jeanne St FOR SALE in Port St. Lucie, FLORIDA Tracey [email protected] ...

Available now! Jensen Village rental. 4 bedroom/2 bath. $3900/mo annual lease. **Fully furnished with lawn care, Wi-Fi and basic cable included.**

**Gated community with 3 pools, club house and 18 hole golf course.**

Unfurnished/partially furnished and 6 month + term considered. Full details at: https://m.prspcts.co/yP46mgLBWviKN8XL8

Leftovers are tasty! But remember they are not all safe for our pets!

Starting your Black Friday shopping tonight online? 😄 Don't forget! Premier Realty Group is an official drop-off location for Toys for Tots this holiday season! 🌟✨

Spread the joy and make a difference in a child's life by participating in this heartwarming initiative. You can drop off new, unwrapped toys at our office during our regular business hours.

📍 Location: 2 N Sewalls Point Road, Stuart FL 34996
⏰ Business Hours: 7 Days a week 9AM - 5PM

Let's come together and make this holiday season extra special for those in need. Every toy donated brings a smile to a child's face and spreads the magic of the season. Your generosity will help make this holiday season unforgettable for children in our community!

Wishing you a happy and blessed Thanksgiving. Grateful for all of you! 🍁🦃🥧🍽🍁

One of my favorite days of the year! Giving thanks to my clients and referral partners with goodies from St. Lucie Bakery! 🍁🥧🦃

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🌈✨ Dive into a world of wonder at The Children's Museum this Black Friday! 🚀 Enjoy a 20% discount on memberships – our best deal of the year! 🎉 Unleash the power of play for your little ones with unlimited access to fun and learning. 🎨🧸 Purchase online or visit us in person to grab this steal of a deal! 🏰 Act fast – the magic awaits! 🎟️👶