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Local Agents Local Knowledge
MARKS OF A RESPECTED AGENT
Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate is a local ly owned real estate company, and we have established ourselves
as a dominant player in the area’s real estate market. Our experienced and dedicated agents maintain
the highest professional standards by exceeding the guidelines of the industr y’s leading organizations. I t ’s
a clear sign you are dealing with a thoroughly reputable and respected agent. We know the houses, the
neighborhoods, the schools, the history, and wil l guide you through al l the par t iculars... even where to f ind
the per fect cappuccino.
OUR GREATEST ASSET
People who have worked with Leonard Ryden Burr always say our greatest s trength is our people. With a
team of careful ly recrui ted agents and staff, we’re dedicated to providing unrivaled ser vice. Our associates
are the primary component to our success and growth.
GIVING BACK
A core element since the day we opened our doors remains suppor ting the communit ies in which we l ive
and work. Each year our agents and staff donate a percentage of sales, as well as t ime, to suppor t local
education, the ar ts and neighbors in need.
Market ing WE GET NOTICED
We’re ardent believers in the power of adver t ising. We put more effor t into producing better marketing
materials because f irs t impressions count. That’s why we invest so much in gett ing your proper ty noticed
in al l the right places. You’l l f ind our adver t isements in the best posi t ions throughout al l the main proper ty
periodicals and newspapers—week in, week out. Our marketing effor ts work hard to drive potential buyers
to our website. We also understand that to stay at the top you need to be ahead of the game. We make
frequent and signif icant investments in new technology.
WE NET MORE EXPOSURE FOR YOUR PROPERTY
We make the most of our window on the world. Visi t LRBRealEstate.com and see what makes our si te one of
the best in the business. As well as a continually updated showcase of al l proper t ies for sale, i t is packed
with information for potential buyers l ike area guides, t ips, market repor ts and mor tgage information.
In addit ion to our own website, our l is t ings are promoted on many of the main proper ty web por tals:
Triad MLS, Lis t ingBook.com, LuxuryRealEstate.com, Realtor.com, PresNC.org (Historic home special ty),
ReloHomeSearch.com, and many more.
Relocat ion
ESSENTIAL POINT OF CONTACT
Whether i t ’s a move down the street, to another ci ty, or another par t of the world, you’l l benefi t from the
exper t ise of our Relocation Depar tment. We have helped individuals and famil ies, moved by small
businesses, or large corporations, relocate smoothly and eff icient ly.
ALL IN THE NETWORK
Our aff i l iat ion with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World™, the largest and highest producing real
estate network for brokers, enables us to manage corporate employee relocations through RELO Direct®,
a business- to-business enterprise designed to streamline relocation ser vices for corporations and their
employees. We can assist cl ients purchasing or sel l ing proper ty in vir tual ly any community in the
United States, or abroad.
We offer turn-key ser vice to corporate cl ients and their relocating employees. Our outstanding Relocation
Package is complimentary and readily available to al l Leonard Ryden Burr cl ients. We also offer customer
care long after the closing.
Our Advantage
You gain access to more than just a sales off ice.
Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate offers something the large companies don’t:
A local ly owned real estate company with a home town focus.
When star t ing the company in 2004, our founding par tners,
[Greg White, Cur t is Leonard, Brooke Burr, and Michael Ryden]
dedicated their mission and reputation to offer their cl ients a higher level
of ser vice with experienced REALTORS® who genuinely care
about their communit ies.
Whether you’re buying or sel l ing, this kind of knowledge can
make al l the dif ference.
Wisdom comes with experience
With immeasurable years of combined experience we know
what makes our business t ick and how to successful ly sel l
every conceivable type of proper ty
in every kind of market.
A MARKET LEADER
Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate is a leader in the luxury marketplace. In 2015, based on
transaction sides, LRB represented a 50% market share of al l luxury proper t ies in the Winston-
Salem area priced above $750,000.
If you are in the market for a luxury proper ty, you can view our Luxury Showcase selections
on l ine at LRBrealestate.com.
Your LRB REALTOR can make arrangements for you to visi t any of these beauti ful homes.
LUXURY REAL ESTATE
“Among the ever- increasing number of REALTORS®, Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate stands out
as exceptional, consistent ly practicing the highest level of personal and ethical ser vice,
par t icularly in the complex area of marketing luxury proper t ies.”
—John Brian Losh, CEO/Publisher of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate®
Historic l is t ings
BREATHING NEW LIFE
Leonard Ryden Burr cares about historic proper t ies and their communit ies. We encourage the
preservation and adaptive reuse of Winston-Salem’s proud residential history. Our agents
offer an appreciation of older proper t ies for their uniqueness, architectural style, custom
handiwork, and oftentimes their location in the historic center.
BEYOND LOCAL
One rehabil i tat ion leads to another. As members of Preservation Nor th Carolina, the State’s
only non-profi t orgranization for historic preservation, we are proud to raise the level of
awareness about the value and promise of historic preservation state-wide.
New Developments
BREAKING NEW GROUND
Leonard Ryden Burr has a proud history of successful ly marketing new developments in the
Winston-Salem area. Our mission is to help home buyers and sel lers navigate the market, and
our cl ients are the f irs t to hear about these excit ing new projects.
THE RIGHT PLACE AT THE RIGHT TIME
Preconstruction is the most profi table phase of investment in real estate. In addit ion, new
construction al lows you premier choice of location and layout. NOW is the t ime and we wil l
help you find that r ight place. Contact us i f you would l ike to have the oppor tunity to learn
about future developments before they go public.
FIND A NEW HOME OR CONDO THAT FITS YOUR STYLE
Through strategic market al l iances we have succeeded in configuring a professional team of
builders and agents, ideally sui ted to your real estate investment. We have made i t possible
for you to analyze options at the pre-construction stage in various par ts of Winston-Salem.
Company Production
STATISTICAL INFORMATION FOR 2015
Number of Producing Agents ...................................................................................... 77
Average Production per Agent ....................................................................... $3,310,836
Triad MLS Average Production per Agent ............ $1,245,177
Average Transactions per Agent ............................................................................... 14.2
Triad MLS Average Transactions per Agent ................... 12.8
Number of Homes Sold ......................................................................................... 1091
Minimum Price Home Sold .................................................................................. $3,000
Maximum Price Home Sold ............................................................................ $1,225,000
Average Price Home Sold ................................................................................ $233,670
Triad MLS Average Sold Price ............................. $164,160
Percent of LRB List ings Sold by LRB Agents ...................................................................33%
Average Days on Market (DOM) ................................................................................ 103
Triad MLS Average DOM ........................................... 109
Average List Price to Sel l Price Ratio ..................................................................... 92.93%
Triad MLS Average List Price to Sel l Price Ratio ........... 95.3%
Leonard Ryden Burr ranked 3rd in total transactions in al l of the Triad
Ready to l is t
CHECKLIST FOR SUCCESS Get off to a f lying star t with our simple checklis t. I t is designed to ensure you’re prepared to put your proper ty on the market.
q COMPLETE AGENCY FORMS WITH YOUR LEONARD RYDEN BURR REALTOR®
q DOCUMENT GATHERING This includes your deed and ti t le information, surveys and appraisals. Your LRB REALTOR® wil l help you col lect the documents needed to complete your transaction.
q PRESENT YOUR PROPERTY First impressions count, so i t ’s always a good idea to make sure your proper ty is presenting i ts best. Your LRB REALTOR® may make recommendations for some cosmetic enhancements to improve curb appeal.
q MARKET YOUR PROPERTY At the outset we ensure that digital photographs are taken, one of our dist inctive LRB yard signs go up, and your proper ty is uploaded to al l the popular web por tals. Our adver t ising is designed to ensure that more potential buyers see the detai ls of your proper ty.
q VIEWINGS A member of our suppor t staff wil l cal l to arrange appointments for your home to be shown as promptly as possible.
q NEGOTIATING Your LRB REALTOR® wil l help navigate through offers, counter offers, inspections and any necessary repairs.
q CLOSING This is the f inal step in the sel l ing process. Your LRB REALTOR® wil l work with the closing at torney to take your sale to a smooth conclusion.
q SOLD
Ready to buy
CHECKLIST FOR SUCCESS Get off to a f lying star t with our simple checklis t. I t is designed to prepare you for the buying process, and help you find your per fect home.
q COMPLETE AGENCY FORMS WITH YOUR LEONARD RYDEN BURR REALTOR®
q TALK TO YOUR BANK, OR LENDER You’l l have an easier t ime shopping if you’re already pre-approved for a homeowner’s loan. Determine how much you want to spend on your new home before you begin your search.
q START SHOPPING Your LRB REALTOR® is one of the best resources for f inding proper t ies. He or she wil l keep you up-to-date on any new proper t ies that are coming on the market.
SAVE TIME—SHOP ON-LINE You’l l f ind al l the latest l is t ings offered by Leonard Ryden Burr (as well as other real estate companies) on our website LRBRealEstate.com.
q WRITE AN OFFER There are so many variables that can make one offer more attractive to a sel ler than another. Your LRB REALTOR® wil l advise you on how to structure an attractive offer.
q NEGOTIATE With guidance from your LRB REALTOR®, you’l l f ind that i t ’s less stressful than you might think.
q INSPECT AND GET YOUR HOMEOWNER’S INSURANCE The day you take possession of your new home, i t is best to have a thorough inspection, and your homeowner’s insurance in place. Your LRB REALTOR® can help you take any necessary steps before closing.
q CLOSING Your LRB REALTOR® wil l work with the closing attorney to f inalize the paperwork for a smooth transi t ion.
q CELEBRATE
What I Can Do for You
GETTING READY TO MOVE?Take a deep breath. Relax. Let me guide you through the next steps. Let us f ind the right agent who wil l l is ten and use their exper t ise to help you buy comfor tably and wisely in the real estate market for your destination ci ty. As Director of Relocation of Winston-Salem’s leading independent company with nationwide connections, i t is my goal to make this a posit ive experience as you move and transi t ion into your l i fe.
I offer you one less thing to worry about:
• Provide customized newcomer packages with information about the community, area events, at tractions, restaurants, schools and more.• Free guided ci ty tour.• Registration on Lis t ingbook.com—a unique online home-searching tool which can be customized for your specif ic desires. You wil l receive the most current real estate information about Winston-Salem on a daily basis from the moment you are enrol led.• Personalized assistance through every step of the home buying process.• Connect you with a mor tgage lender that wil l pre-quali fy you for your new home.• Rental Assistance.• Assistance in locating temporary housing (i.e. 3-6 months rental).• Offering f lexible hours for contact...weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
WHAT TO DO NEXT:Click. Click. Fi l l out our helpful form at LRBRealEstate.com/relocation.asp
Winston-Salem Dining
ARE YOU READY TO DINE WELL?Winston-Salem offers a variety of dining options. Here are some suggestions from Leonard Ryden Burr Agents...
Sweet Potatoes. You can’t beat their fried okra & green tomatoes with a glass of wine & friends. —Kristin Ranson
I enjoy the Low Country menu at Milner’s located on Stratford Road. The food has never disappointed me and the wait staff gives great service and is knowledgable about each dish. —Cathy Cottle
Diamondback Grill—Cozy neighborhood restaurant with great crab cakes. Enjoy relaxing at the bar before dinner and go as you are. Casual and comfortable. —Kay Lee
My favorite has to be “Zevely House”. It is the coziest place in town on a Fall or Winter day and the best patio in town when the weather is nice enough to eat outside. —Kim Mitchell
Ted’s Kicking Chicken (2 locations-S.Main and Robinhood Road/YadkinvilleRd), Skippy’s for low-brow. Paul’s for “old school” fine dining, 1st Street for bar food and Las Estrellas for mexican. The Oriental Cafe at PavilionsShopping Center (Hanes Mall Blvd) for asian. I could go on. —Jeff Norris
Milners—American Southern Cuisine—Fabulous food! —Debbie Burns
I love the West End Café! Even the location has changed (only once), the menu and food is just as appealing as it was over 20 years ago! I admire businesses that produce a consistently good product! —Chris Wilson
Mary’s Gourmet Diner. On Sunday mornings there is already a line outside the restaurant 15 minutes before they open for brunch. Need I say more? —Clare Fader
Grecian Corner-- a Winston-Salem institution for over 50 years serving great souvlaki in a friendly, family atmosphere. Just steps from NCBH/BGSM. —Greg White
Village House Restaurant in Clemmons has a fantastic and affordable wine list, homemade desserts, a constantly changing menu in an intimate historic home setting. —Wendy Butler