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Join The Olear Team at the Family Health Fair

by Michael Olear | Aug 1, 2016 | Things To Do - Western NY, Uncategorized

A Family Health Fair presented by Senator Michael Ranzenhofer will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Amherst Senior Center, 370 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst. Free and open to the public, the event is being held in conjunction with...

Summer 2015 Concert/Festival Calander

by Michael Olear | Jun 26, 2015 | Buffalo, Things To Do - Western NY

This year’s?Concert/Festival Calendar 2015?courtesy of the The Olear Team/MJ Peterson! 6/25/2015 9:00PM Music Grace Stumberg with Blue Rootz Buffalo Iron Works, Buffalo, NY 6/25/2015 6:00PM Music Spoon with July Talk Canalside, Buffalo, NY 6/25/2015 6:00PM Music...

Niagara Falls Pedestrian Project Begins

by Michael Olear | Nov 13, 2014 | Buffalo, Things To Do - Western NY

For years, walking close to the Falls has been difficult for visitors– access to the natural wonder was impeded by embankments?and dangerous street traffic. ?Robert Moses Parkway has blocked off most of the Niagara river leading to the Falls, which is rich with...

Buffalo’s Rebirth and Revitalization

by Michael Olear | Oct 21, 2014 | Buffalo, Things To Do - Western NY

Buffalo’s rebirth and revitalization has been featured in?a lot of articles as of late– some posted here, some yet to be posted here. ?In a recent article by a Canadian, we get yet another look of all the city has to offer, including up and coming...

Buffalo Brewfest to Become Outdoor Festival

by Michael Olear | Jul 15, 2014 | Buffalo, Things To Do - Western NY

Have you been enjoying Buffalo’s many outdoor festivals this year?? From Allentown’s Art Festival to this past weekend’s Blues Festival, there is something for everyone in Buffalo.? This August, Buffalo Brewfest will move from its location inside the...

What’s Going on In Buffalo This Weekend?

by Michael Olear | Jul 11, 2014 | Buffalo, Things To Do - Western NY

Check out these great events in your own backyard!? There are a tonof events this weekend so be sure to check out our expanded concert calendar on our website. July 11: Macedonian Festival, Blasdell July 12: Buffalo Paddle Fest, Gallagher Beach, Buffalo July 12:...
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Elderlife Real Estate is a real estate service specializing in the needs and requirements of older adults and those who care about them.? We have specialized in this since 1999. Michael Olear?s initial career included a Master's Degree in Social Work and this blend of social work technique and real estate brokerage has created a hybrid service that has been uniquely useful for hundreds of families in WNY.? Several realtors on the team have the Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation.

Whether it?s downsizing from the family house to a smaller home, moving to a senior community, or acting as a POA or executor, we know that the last thing you want is to focus on the details.

We will plan out every aspect for you including household sale, repairs, inspections? Allow us to handle the specialized work of selling your property so your attention is where you need it to be.

 

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We assist every seller with creation of a written timeline, loosely scheduled at first, that includes all major tasks to be performed in the most beneficial sequence for that individual?s circumstance. Two samples are included below:

House A: Tonawanda, NY

  • Schedule meeting with town plumbing inspector
  • Schedule meeting with town electrical inspector
  • Meet town plumbing inspector for evaluation
  • Meet town electrical inspector for evaluation
  • Schedule at least 2 estate liquidators
  • Meet liquidators and obtain their quotes, contracts and plans of action
  • Schedule engineer for home inspection to evaluate basement cracks and provide complete written, home inspection report
  • Obtain estimate for installation of drywall, finishing and painting.
  • Report back to owner regarding progress of estate liquidator by phone, email and photo
  • Report back to owner regarding cleanout of house by liquidator by phone, email and photo
  • Arrange for installation of drywall, finishing and painting if required by contract of sale.
  • Arrange for electrician and plumber if required by town
  • Schedule any other contractors that may be requested by owner including lawn, snow plowing, property management, etc.

House B: Amherst, NY

  • Obtain engineer report with respect to basement
  • After obtaining engineer?s recommendation, obtain two estimates for foundation repair, flushing drain tile and basement seepage that also includes transferable warranty
  • Arrange for basement repair and document completion for owner with photos
  • Obtain two estimates for plastering/painting kitchen, back hall way, living room and upstairs bedroom (lower part of wall and one side wall ? match color of remainder of room)
  • Ask painter if they will clean brick at the top of hearth in family room. Obtain estimate for upstairs painting just to see how much it would be.
  • Arrange for painting as per approved estimate and document completion for owner with photos
  • Obtain two estimates for replacement of hot water tank
  • Arrange for installation of new hot water tank and document completion for owner with photos
  • Arrange for removal of any junk in basement and arrange for cleaning of same and this includes shop vac for all spider webs as well as power washing walls and floor after sweeping ? document for owner with photos
  • Approach neighbor if necessary regarding establishing written maintenance agreement or common driveway
  • Arrange for carpet cleaning in the 1stfloor
  • Put caution tape across access door to attic

The Olear Team/MJ Peterson had a 100.02% list price to sale price ratio in 2019. The marketplace average in Western New York for the same time period was 98.1%. The list price to sale price ratio is how much you sell for compared to your asking price. In 2018, the Olear Team averaged 98.9% and the market average for all other realtors was 96.7%.

The Olear Team/MJ Peterson averaged 11 days on the market in 2019. Days on market is the time interval from when a house is listed to when it is actually under contract. The broader market average for all other real estate agents combined was 35 days. In 2018, The Olear Team averaged 19 days and the market average then was 42 days.

Jailhouse Rock or Dream Home

Jan 15, 2021

While scrolling through home finding websites you might find some interesting properties up for sale. A quaint 4 bedroom 2 bath cottage with a great exterior might catch your eye, complete with a row of prison cells. Yes, you read that right! A 2,190 sq ft home is...

Welcome Home to Buffalo

Dec 18, 2020

The trend of moving down south to get away from the snow might just be turning around, as we have found Buffalo residential real estate booming this year. Out-of-towners are unexpectedly flocking the 716 market as the pandemic ensued this year. A study reported by...

“So Mike” Web Series

Dec 11, 2020

Do you have questions about the world of Real Estate? We are starting a web series answering commonly asked questions and clarify misconceptions, and we want to hear from you about what topics you want covered! Whether it is defining terms, suggesting questions for...

YTD Average Sale Price +9.2%

Dec 4, 2020

Back in May during lockdown we predicted an increase in the average sale price of at least 6 to 7% in real estate value. The Year to Date numbers just released by the local Board of Realtors indicates a 9.2% increase in the average sale price. This has been fueled by...

The Olear Team’s 4 Step Maximum Value System

Nov 20, 2020

The Olear Team at MJ Peterson assists buyers and sellers of residential real estate throughout Erie and Niagara Counties. We have specialized programs for older adults and their caregivers, as well as a comprehensive project management program that facilitates every...

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