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    Local knowledge: 5.0
    Process expertise: 5.0
    Responsiveness: 5.0
    Negotiation skills: 4.9
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Broker - SFR - E-Pro (22 years experience)
Contributions:379Screen name:Larry TollenMember since:02/01/2008
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- Highly likely to recommend

Bought a Single Family home in 2005 for approximately $225k in Hillsborough, NC.

Summary:

We were just moving into this area from out of state. Larry was GREAT in getting us the best possible deal on our home and also advised us on how to take care of it with maintenance suggestions. Since we are not from here, we call Larry to find out who to call for service on our current home. He knows good and reputable contrators and service people whom all have done an excellent quality job on our home. Larry is GREAT, BEFORE, DURING and AFTER the sale of your home. Wouldn't use ANYONE else!More Less
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- Highly likely to recommend

Bought a home in 2011.

Summary:

Larry was a seller's agent in our transaction. However, he was very helpful through out our whole new home construction process. He is very professional in every aspect.
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- Highly likely to recommend

Bought a home in 2011.

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My husband and I are very happy that Larry helped us buy our first home. There are many reasons we undoubtedly would recommendLarry as an agent. The first and foremost is that he takes client’s interest to his heart. He goes well beyond what you might expect from a real estate agent in helping his clients. He is always available to answer whatever questions we have, even after we bought a house. Since we were looking to buy a house in Durham, we really needed someone who could steer us in the right direction in this somewhat heterogeneous area. He knows Durham very well. He knows where the nice neighborhoods are and can always advise on qualities of any neighborhood including schools, shopping, resale potential and anything else. One of the things I very much appreciated is Larry’s facts and data driven nature. When there was a house that we were interested in, he put together a table with recent comparable sales and current listings in the neighborhood with myriad of homes characteristics, such as size, garage availability, age of homes, sales and listing prices and many other things. I think this was very helpful to get a perspective on the current value and on the investment potential of any perspective home. His knowledge of home construction and renovation helped us get better idea of expected renovations and repairs for any house right on the spot. This was extremely helpful for us, who never owned a home and know nothing about renovation costs. He also knows local builders. When we considered looking at several new construction homes, he gave us his opinion on the quality of the construction. Larry is also very kind to share his resources related to contractors. This was extremely helpful since we are new to the area. Last but not least, Larry has great personality. His sense of humor, calm and practical approach turned the process of home finding and buying from stressful to enjoyable. He will give you his honest opinion in a most polite and rational manner. He made sure we had realistic and rational expectations about any house that we considered. In all, Larry is an awesome real estate agent. If you have high expectations about a real estate agent, then Larry is the guy! Tania and ValMore Less
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About Larry Tollen

Add personality to your profile! Tell the community about yourself, your home, and your profession.

I became a licensed, full-time real estate broker in 1990 and have been actively invoved buying, selling and renovating properties since 1978. I am experienced in all stages of residential real estate including Buyer Brokering, listings and sales, investment, renovation, new construction, and real estate design. Since relocating to North Carolina in 2004, I have also been involved in condominium conversions, design/build projects, custom home building and new development sales. Here's what some of my former clients have to say: About Larry

Buying or selling a home is serious business and I know my clients' time is valuable and they often have better things to do than worry about the small (but critical) details involved in the purchase or sale of a home. Handling these details is one of my top priorities. My clients are discerning and have every right to expect the best of their Broker. You'll find me as serious about your real estate needs as you are and readily available when you need me.

What I Will Do For You

* Buyer Brokering and First Time Homebuyer Specialist

I am SFR and e-PRO certified. I will diligently search for properties that meet your specific criteria. Once you find a property you want, I will analyze its true market value and show you how the neighborhood has trended over time. I do not believe in "Dual Agency", representing both the buyer and seller in a single transaction. I will only represent one side or the other so that I may focus exclusively on doing what is in your best interest.

* Sellers' Representation

I am a master at Internet marketing. I will guarantee that your home is given the most effective marketing possible, and I will design that marketing to give your home maximum exposure to local, national and international buyers. As a member of The Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, I have access to local resources at special discounted rates as well as the largest relocation network in the world. Additionally, I can offer suggestions that you may wish to implement to make your home attractive to its ideal audience, which can help you get top dollar. I can take care of everything you need, from start to close. 

* Negotiating

I do not represent both buyers and sellers in a single transaction. I am focused exclusively on doing what's best for you. I know how to craft deals that work. I will communicate with you throughout the entire process from start to finish. You will know at all times where we are and what's being said so there are no surprises. My objective is a smooth transaction and closing.

* Resources

I can offer you contact information on personally-vetted professional resources from inspectors, mortgage lenders, contractors, tradesmen, etc. Long after you've purchased I will be there for you. Incoming doctors or medical residents, ask me about special programs designed with you in mind.

I welcome the opportunity to answer any questions you might have about buying, selling or current market conditions. Please call or e-mail me any time, I would be happy to discuss your specific real estate needs and goals.

For more information about me or my services, referrals, my blog on in-depth information on the Chapel Hill, Durham, Pittsboro, and Hillsborough areas, be sure to visit my website awww.NCHomesByLarryT.com. You can also find me on Zillow, Trulia and Realtor.com.

Specialties & Service Areas

Specialties:

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Foreclosure

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