Janet Woods Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Weichert, Realtors · Marinette, Wisconsin

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Here is what working with Janet Woods in Marinette typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Wisconsin.

Showings in Marinette

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

For home sellers

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Marinette area comparables.

Listing preparation

Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Wisconsin rules.

Typical costs on a Marinette home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $205,661. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $206K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$5,142–$6,170
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,113–$6,170
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,113–$10,283
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Marinette

Menominee, MI1.0 mi · $178K Sister Bay, WI26 mi · $529K Luxemburg, WI39 mi · $357K Green Bay, WI44 mi · $285K De Pere, WI50 mi · $408K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Wisconsin?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Janet Woods work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Janet Woods handles dual agency or designated agency under Wisconsin law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.