Elizabeth Hernandez-Remax Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Lifetime Realtors · Union, New Jersey

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Here is what working with Elizabeth Hernandez-Remax in Union typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buying a home

Buyer consultation and agreement

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

Showings in Union

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

Offers and counteroffers

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

Getting to the closing table

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

Seller services

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Union 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.

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

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 New Jersey rules.

Typical costs on an Union home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $580,982. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $581K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$14,525–$17,429
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$11,620–$17,429
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$11,620–$29,049
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 Union

Maplewood, NJ2.4 mi · $974K Cranford, NJ3.3 mi · $777K Elizabeth, NJ3.6 mi · $549K Westfield, NJ5.2 mi · $1.32M Newark, NJ5.4 mi · $482K Summit, NJ5.5 mi · $1.41M Chatham, NJ7.0 mi · $1.38M New Providence, NJ7.2 mi · $1.01M

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in New Jersey?

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 Elizabeth Hernandez-Remax work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Elizabeth Hernandez-Remax handles dual agency or designated agency under New Jersey 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.