Here is what working with Anna Duong in Birmingham typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.
Buying a home
First buyer meeting
A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around Birmingham and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.
Home tours and listing alerts
Setting up searches for Birmingham area listings and arranging showings as soon as homes go live.
Offer strategy and negotiation
Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.
Getting to the closing table
Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.
For home sellers
Home valuation
A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Birmingham area comparables.
Pre-listing checklist
Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.
Listing exposure
Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.
From showing to sold
Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.
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 Michigan rules.
Typical costs on a Birmingham home
Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $749,411. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.
| Item | Rate | On $749K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing-side commission (negotiable) | 2.5–3% | $18,735–$22,482 |
| Buyer-side compensation (negotiable) | 2–3% | $14,988–$22,482 |
| Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow) | 2–5% | $14,988–$37,471 |
| 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).