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Honoring your Trust

Thank you for considering Summerville Partners at Coldwell Banker Realty. Our extraordinary tools and resources paired with our track record of success truly set us apart.

It would be our pleasure to work with you and provide unparalleled service during the purchase of your home. We have exceptional relationships with local vendors to ensure a smooth transition for you. Our team will be there for you every step of the way.

We look forward to delivering results for you. 

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Relationships Built on Results

With more than $â…” Billion Team Career Volume, 30+ Years in Real Estate, and 1,746 Total Homes Sold, Summerville Partners has built a loyal clientele by demonstrating exceptional market knowledge, outstanding customer service, and the utmost integrity. Mary Summerville and her team consist of herself, Jason Cox, and Kary Leon. The team also has a full time in-house transaction manager. They pride themselves on their client-centric philosophy which requires continual honing of skills and adaptive ways of doing business. Summerville Partners stays ahead of the curve on market inventory and employs the most current technologies and systems to identify and close on prime opportunities while negotiating the best possible results. Their partnered approach ensures that every client of Summerville Partners receives an unparalleled level of personal attention, diligence, and industry expertise. Their goal is to give clients peace of mind, knowing they are working with professionals who have their best interests at heart. Their definition of professionalism is to exceed their client’s expectations in each transaction. Their interaction with clients doesn’t end at the closing table—it begins there.

Mary focuses on getting her clients the best possible outcome while maintaining an understanding of the emotional and financial demands of any transaction. Her longevity through decades of real estate cycles is a testament to her adaptability and in-depth understanding of the market, and she has been awarded many prestigious accolades, including the award for Most Influential Real Estate Brokers from Crain’s Chicago Business for three years running. The bulk of Summerville Partner’s business comes from past clients and referrals; please read our reviews!

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Buyer Transaction

1
Initial Meeting
We’ll discuss your wish list, budget and desired timeline.
2
Pre-Approval
The first step is getting a pre-approval letter from a lender. This will show you how much you can qualify for. It will also show brokers you are a serious buyer when you submit an offer.
3
Search
We’ll begin to vet properties on your behalf and set up a custom MLS search so that you are notified when properties that match your criteria come on the market in real time.
4
Home Tours
When we find properties you’d like to see in person, we will schedule appointments.
5
Offer & Negotiation 
Once you find the property you’d like to make an offer on, we will complete a contract, presenting your best terms and work with the seller’s agent to come to an agreement. Our focus is on securing the property and best deal for you. 
6
Acceptance
When the offer is accepted, you will submit initial earnest money and the attorneys will review the contract. Once both sides are ready to move forward, you will begin the process of financing. 
7
Appraisal & Inspection
Your lender requires an appraisal. The loan amount will be based on the appraised value or the sale price. The inspection will inform you of property conditions that might require repairs.
8
Mortgage Paperwork
You will work directly with your lender to complete your application and supply necessary documents such as W2s, tax returns and pay stubs.
9
Approval
Once your loan is approved, your closing will be scheduled.
10
Closing 
A few days before closing, the title company will tell you how much money you will need to bring. On the day of your closing, we will do a walk-through of your new property to make sure everything is intact. You will attend the closing with your attorney to sign paperwork and receive the keys.
11
Move in
You’re now able to take ownership of your new property. You’ll want to make sure to have your mail, utilities, bank accounts, bills and credit cards transferred to your new address.

Find your dream home today!

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Testimonials

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G.H.

Mary not only knows houses, but she's also extremely connected and was able to give me tons of great recommendations for obtaining financing, finding an inspector, and even contacts for assistance with home improvements post-cl...
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G.H.

Mary Summerville is an incredible real estate agent. I came to her for help in finding my first house and not only did she find me my dream home, she made the process incredibly easy and guided me through the whole thing. She i...
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Seeda L.

Mary is great. Professional and responsive. She listed my home and got me to close in a timely manner. Her staff is great too, going above and beyond to get the job done.
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Eileen M.

Jason walked with us every step of the way until we closed on our dream home. He understood our wants and needs - even when they weren’t typical. We never felt rushed or pressured. Instead, his office knew how to navigate each ...
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Jenny D.

Jason was fantastic to work with and went above and beyond throughout the entire home-buying process. We couldn't have asked for a better real estate agent. He was responsive and organized as well as patient as we searched for ...
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B.R.

We had the best experience working with Mary. They are very knowledgeable, know the area and the market well, and steered us in all the right directions. Highly recommend - you'll be working with the best around!
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Geoff H.

Mary's knowledge and service are exceptional! Mary clearly wanted us to buy the right property and was willing to show us properties until we found it. She pointed out flaws and problems in each property and noticed many things...
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Tom S.

Mary is the best realtor I have dealt with. I have bought, sold, or built 12 times. In those dozen experiences, Mrs. Summerville is the best combination of expertise, local knowledge, communications, and ethics that I have been...
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Meleika G.

I have a great deal of respect for Mary Summerville. Their work ethic and integrity make me step up my own game!
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