# Event Details - **Event Name**: Before You Write the Offer. - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Walk the home like a pro. Learn what to look for, what to say, and what questions to ask before your buyer writes an offer.About this EventBEFORE YOU WRITE THE OFFERWhat to Say and Do During a ShowingA great real estate agent does more than open the door and point out the kitchen.What you see during a showing can make a big difference in the decisions your buyer makes—and sometimes, recognizing a potential problem before writing the offer can save your client from a transaction that never should have happened.Join us for a hands-on training designed specifically for real estate agents who want to become more confident and observant when showing homes.We’ll be joined by On Target Home Inspection, which will walk through an actual home and demonstrate what an experienced, licensed home inspector looks for when evaluating a property.What You'll LearnWhat agents should be looking for during a showingCommon red flags that new agents can easily overlookWhat conditions should prompt additional questionsThe difference between a cosmetic issue and a potential major concernWhen an agent should recommend further professional evaluationWhat you should—and shouldn't—say to your buyerHow to communicate observations without attempting to diagnose a problemHow what you see during a showing can affect the decision to write an offerHow to help your buyer make a more informed decision before they become emotionally and financially invested in the propertyA Real-World, Hands-On ApproachInstead of sitting in a classroom looking at slides, we'll walk through a home and look at the property from two perspectives:The Inspector's Perspective:What does a licensed home inspector notice?The Broker's Perspective:What should the real estate agent notice, how should they discuss it with their buyer, and when should they recommend bringing in the appropriate professional?We'll also discuss real-world situations where buyers have written offers only to discover during the inspection that the property's condition was significantly different than they expected.The goal isn't to turn you into a home inspector.The goal is to teach you how to see more, ask better questions, communicate appropriately, and help your buyers make better decisions before they write the offer.Come Ready to Walk, Look, Ask Questions, and Learn.This is a practical training for new and newer agents who want to improve their skills during one of the most important parts of the real estate transaction: the showing before the offer.Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMWelcome & IntroductionInfo: Meet at EXIT Real Estate Specialists, 2405 Essington Rd. Welcome and introductions What we're going to learn Why what you notice during a showing matters Overview of the day🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:20 AMTravel to the Property Info: Short trip from the office to the property.🕑: 10:20 AM - 11:45 AMHands-On Property WalkthroughHost: Joe Ziolkowski Info: Joe Ziolkowski – On Target Home Inspection What an experienced home inspector notices Common red flags agents may overlook What to look for in different areas of the home Questions agents should be asking When an issue may warrant further professional evaluation Eddie Ruettiger – Designated Managing Broker What should the REALTOR® notice? What should you say to your buyer? What should you NOT say? How to discuss potential concerns without diagnosing the problem How observations during a showing can affect the decision to write an offer🕑: 11:45 AM - 11:50 AMWrap-Up at the PropertyInfo: Questions and discussion Key takeaways Real-world examples and lessons learned🕑: 11:50 AM - 11:55 AMReturn to the OfficeInfo: Travel back to EXIT Real Estate Specialists.🕑: 11:55 AM - 12:30 PMFinal Q&A & TakeawaysInfo: Final questions Showing tips to take back to your business How to apply what you learned on your next buyer showing - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joliet/before-you-write-the-offer/100001999732661221 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Joliet - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 2405 Essington Rd unit i - **lat**: 41.5658879 - **long**: -88.1627566 - **full address**: 2405 Essington Rd unit i, 2405 Essington Road, Joliet, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Before You Write the Offer. - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/388c6e4d7e903d14029ca33b51e3902d850d4c676e84d4c8a1e349baeebb8755-rimg-w1200-h675-dc081828-gmir.jpg?v=1788519688 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Before You Write the Offer. being held? - **A:** Before You Write the Offer. takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 2405 Essington Rd unit i, 2405 Essington Road, Joliet, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Before You Write the Offer.? - **A:** Before You Write the Offer. is organized by Eddie Ruettiger. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Before You Write the Offer. is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Joliet, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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