Don & Valerie recognized that many of our senior citizens are targets for scammers and that includes real estate agents. A few years ago they were contacted by an 84 year old lady who had her home listed with another agent because she wasn't getting any showings on her home. When Don arrived, he asked to look at her Listing Contract to determine when the listing would expire. To Don's surprise he notice that the listing commission was 10%. Naturally we won't say much about the commission rate, but we think you get the point. Don & Valerie have helped hundreds of Seniors in making the emotional move from their home where they raised their kids and have years of memories. Leaving their home is like losing a good friend that's always been there for you; Whether it's a care facility, a smaller home, or moving in with their kids, they may may be suffering a loss, so help them make it with care and dignityAs agents we must understand this is not just another sale, it's helping someone leave a major part of their life behind

Helping Our Senior Citizens When Character is More Important Than Bragging.

Elder abuse and neglect is a sad reality. The National Center on Elder Abuse (www.ncea.aoa.gov) estimates that up to two million elderly persons are victims of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment by someone, such as a caregiver, spouse, partner, or an adult child. For every case of reported abuse, about five more cases go unreported. The abuse, which usually happens in the home, can be physical, emotional, or psychological harm, neglect (intentional or unintentional), or financial exploitation

Seniors Deserve Respect, Honesty, and Dignity When Making Their Move!

Recognizing Elder Abuse and Neglect

If you suspect abuse, report it to the appropriate authority. HelpGuide.org (www.helpguide.org) provides a detailed listing of elder abuse warning signs. Print out the list of warning signs and put it away in the trunk of your car or an office file, along with the elder abuse hotline numbers in your state (all states have a reporting agency for domestic or institutional abuse) or area. You will have an easy reference when your eyes, ears, or instincts tell you

that something does not seem right.

Recognizing Elder Abuse and Neglect

What is NAR?

• NAR stands for the National Association of REALTORS®.

• In order for one to be considered a REALTOR®, he/she must be a member of NAR and adhere to the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics.

• NAR has different designations within the association, in this instance we will be discussing Seniors Real Estate Specialist®, or SRES®.

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® Designation

Is a designation awarded by the SRES® Council, to those members who have successfully completed its education program.

By earning the SRES® Designation, a REALTOR® has demonstrated the necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50+ through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home.

SRES® has received special training, gets regular updates, and is prepared to offer the options and information needed in making life changing decisions.

Why Use an SRES®?

As we age, we demand specialists in our health needs, so why not in our housing and equity needs as well? An SRES® brings:

A customized approach to your situation, working to fit your living situation in with your overall life plan

Expertise and patience throughout the transaction

An awareness of options and a network of solid, reliable referrals to help you in the process

A variety of choices to reduce out of pocket expenses, gain cash, or create or defer income streams to either stay independent or obtain financial assistance

As An SRES®, Our Goals Are…

1. To help you understand all of the important choices that lay ahead

2. To completely understand the emotional aspect of making these choices

3. To provide financial information and other useful resources

4. To help you make educated decisions about available housing options

5. To plan the best strategy for finding you the right property

An SRES® Designee…Don & Valerie

Keeton

Our Resources

We have a list of ready-to-use resources at my fingertips, each resource category includes Web sites and information about products and services that may assist in 50+ real estate transactions. The categories are:

Finance- Links to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, reverse mortgage information websites and Wells Fargo

Government/associations- Links to AARP, NAHB, SSA and Census Bureau

Health & Aging- various websites that keep an SRES® up to date about health issues and concerns for the 50+ buyer

Home Quality- home Inspector associations and websites, congregate housing info and moving information

Products & Services- a list of websites with products and services to help in a 50+ home

Let Don & Valerie Do The Leg Work

We can do the research! We have the time!We have the resources!We understand your needs! We want to help!

If You are Looking For Someone Who…

REALESTATE

Will provide useful resources and information throughout the buying process

Understands the potential financial situations of 50+ buyers

Will be patient and understanding throughout the transaction

Understands HOPA and other federal laws concerning 50+ buyers

Is trained on the housing options and amenities available

Look No Further!

Don & Valerie Keeton, SRES®

402-496-3700www.TourOmahaHouses.com

DonKeeton@remax.netThank you

for coming!

Don & Valerie Keeton Are your Senior Real Estate Specialists®!

Specializing in Senior and Baby Boomer Real Estate Needs