
- Phone:
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Phone:
M: 319.651.5702 BROOK mobile
- Phone:
- O: 319.651.5148 ROB office
- Designations:
- CRS, ABR, SRES, GRI, SPS, CNE, B.A.
As agents who's are experts in this local area, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. We are eager to serve you. Here are some of the things we can do for you:
Find Your Next Home
You need someone who knows this area inside and out! We can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter - not to mention the essential criteria you have for your ideal home
Sell a Home
When it's time to move, you need someone who will advertise your home, show to prospective buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing. We can take care of everything you need, from start to close.
Consult on Home Selling Tactics
Oftentimes buyers don't visualize living in your home the way you do. We can make your home attractive to its ideal audience - which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home resting on the market and one that's sold fast.
Testimonials
"We could not have asked for better realtors than The Adkins Real Estate Team. Honest, dedicated, and smart this team works very hard to make sure the process is smooth. Although the selling and home buying process can be stressful and difficult, their experience and expertise made the process very streamlined. We could not believe how responsive they were to all of our requests and questions, and their knowledge of the buying and selling process far exceeded our expectations. They understood our needs and worked day and night to get us what we wanted. This team is very talented and you can rest assured that with their many years of experience they 100% will have your back through this process. We cannot say enough about this team. Excellent service from beginning to end and even after closing. We recommend Adkins Real Estate Team to EVERYONE buying or selling."
-09/25/2017 - RN missie, Client
"....in my favor on the second offer. I am extremely grateful for the urgency in which Brook and Rob worked to put my offer together. Throughout the entire home buying process, I know Brook and Rob had my best interests in mind. After doing my own research and calling for quotes/rates, the inspectors, insurance agents, and mortgage lenders Brook recommended ended up being the most affordable and friendly to work with. Their experience buying and selling homes in the Cedar Rapids area is invaluable and clearly evident. I am so thankful I had the opportunity to work with Brook and Rob. My first time home buying experience was truly stress free as a direct result of their hard work. Without any hesitation, I highly recommend Brook and Rob to anyone. Should I find myself needing to sell/buy another home, there is no question I would want to work with them again!"
-10/30/2019 - MattBarnett6, Client
"Brook and Rob were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly during the time we were looking for a home with them. They helped us through each step of the process as we were first time home buyers and made everything very easy and smooth for us. Having two realtors (Brook and Rob) working for us as a team really helped increase their availability and flexibility for us to meet with them. Would recommend to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
-04/19/2017 - diver1260, Client
"Going into the home buying process as first time home buyers was more than we bargained for. Although we had read up on the home buying process, we didn't know where to start. I met Brook at an open house and she asked if she could help us get started with the pre approval process. Within a day she had set up an appointment for us with a wonderful loan officer, we were pre approved and ready to find a home. Brook has made this process so easy for us. She has made sure we, as the buyers, are represented well and are protected and educated each step of the way. I appreciate the open communication and that she is always available to answer questions. What makes Brook different than other realtors is that she goes the extra mile to make sure you have a great experience. We not only found our perfect home quickly, but she offered a lot of information about the area, schools, and the special history of the home. If you want to find your dream home, Brook is the realtor for you!"
-03/10/2016 - michelle merschbrock, Client
Coldwell Banker Hedges
3 REASONS TO CHOOSE A REALTOR® WITH THE CRS DESIGNATION
When you’re choosing a REALTOR® to help with buying or selling a home, I encourage you to choose one with the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation. Here are three important reasons:
More Training
CRS is the highest professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in the residential sales field. REALTORS® who want to apply for the CRS designation must undertake between 16 and 80 credit hours of additional training beyond what was required simply to become licensed. Coursework ranges from listing strategies to financing solutions to utilizing technology to serve clients. Out of more than 1 million REALTORS®, only 4% (1 in 25) are Certified Residential Specialists. REALTORS® who are willing to devote time to this additional education – and the continuing education required to maintain the designation – are serious about their business and providing the very best knowledge and skills to their clients.
More Experience
Applicants for the CRS designation must have 25-150 transactions. No dabblers or dilettantes here! This requirement is evidence that your Certified Residential Specialist is capable of applying his or her education in the real world and giving you the service and results you expect. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, there are financial risks, legal risks, even the risk that a home purchase or sale will fall through. A Certified Residential Specialist has both the training and the experience to help you avoid and minimize those risks.
Higher Standards
Ethics are essential in a REALTOR®. Every Certified Residential Specialist is required to maintain membership in the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and to abide by its industry-defining Code of Ethics. When you work with a Certified Residential Specialist, you can be sure you’ll be dealt with in a fair and professional manner at every stage in the process.
You’d think that using a REALTOR® with the CRS designation would cost more than using one without it…but it doesn’t. In fact, the skills and know-how you get with a Certified Residential Specialist will likely save you time, money, and worry.
I am proud to be among the 4% of REALTORS®
who have earned the CRS designation. I would
be honored to put my knowledge, skills, and
experience to work for you!
Brook Adkins, CRS, GRI, ABR, SRES, SPS, CNE, B.A.
REALTOR - Licensed in the State of Iowa Since 1996
Coldwell Banker Hedges - 2200 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
BrookAdkins@CBHrealty.com 319.651.5702
