Susan Weissert Realtor Services

Realtor · Weichert Realtors · South Bend, Indiana

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Here is what working with Susan Weissert in South Bend 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 consultation and agreement

Budget, timing, must-haves and the written buyer agreement required before touring.

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around South Bend, including new listings as they hit the market.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

For home sellers

Home valuation

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

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

MLS listing and marketing

Listing on the local MLS and syndication to the major home-search sites.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

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 Indiana rules.

Typical costs on a South Bend home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $201,639. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $202K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$5,041–$6,049
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,033–$6,049
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,033–$10,082
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 South Bend

Mishawaka, IN4.9 mi · $216K Elkhart, IN14 mi · $233K Goshen, IN23 mi · $283K Plymouth, IN24 mi · $254K Stevensville, MI27 mi · $339K Saint Joseph, MI32 mi · $341K Warsaw, IN37 mi · $283K Lagrange, IN43 mi · $295K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Indiana?

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 Susan Weissert work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Susan Weissert handles dual agency or designated agency under Indiana 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.