Derek Bauer, Associate Broker - Door To Dreams Team www.DoorToDreams.com

About Derek:

LEARNING FROM OTHERS

Derek Bauer believes very strongly in vision. He says that learning from those who came before us is important and learning from those close to us is priceless. Whether hearing about the "simpler times" reminisced by his grandparents, the practicality encouraged by his parents, the dreams of his sister, or the fascination of family youngsters, his vision is stretched.

As a descendant of farming families on both his mother and father's side, Derek learned at a young age that there is no substitute for hard work. Working in the fields and undertaking responsibilities beyond his years was instrumental in establishing a solid foundation. When asked about these years, Derek chuckles saying, "I wouldn't trade the experience for the world, but don't ask me if I want to do it over." Very early in life, Derek developed a profound respect and admiration for his parents and the family structure. It was evident to him that his parents had a vision. They were to be the solid foundation and springboard for lifelong values for Derek and his sister.

PURSUIT OF A VISION

After completing a secondary and college education, along with a wide array of work experience, Derek enjoyed several years in corporate America. Extensive travel, process and technology consulting, sales & marketing, business development, and project management were but a few of Derek's professional hats. When asked about his experience, Derek replied, "It was valuable. Working for large corporations with a vision for the future can help you remain focused not only professionally, but also personally." Realizing his personal vision, Derek decided to fulfill a lifelong goal: to work for you, his community. It was a monumental move, "a permanent, extremely positive one," he said.

REALIZING YOUR DREAMS

As a real estate professional in Southeast Michigan, Derek wants to help you realize your vision, to see your dreams through. You may want a larger home or something smaller, investment property or a cabin in the woods. You and your family may have a detailed plan for a 2,350 sq. ft. Colonial. You may only have some ideas scribbled on a napkin. Or, maybe you aren't sure what your options are.

Give Derek Bauer a call. Continue on with your vision. Discuss your Real Estate goals, and let him go to work for you !

Areas of Expertise

As an Associate Broker and Realtor of the largest Real Estate firm in Michigan, and Broker / Owner of another firm, my clients range from first-time home buyers, to internationally relocated business excecutives; from $100,000 transactions, to those approaching $1M. Regardless of your situation or price point, you are of the utmost importance to me.

I specialize in the west suburbs of Detroit including, but not limited to: Livonia, Northville, Plymouth, Novi, South Lyon, Canton, Westland, Wixom, Walled Lake, Commerce Township, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Troy, Rochester Hills, Brighton, Milford, and many, many more. If you have a Real Estate need (either selling or purchasing) in Wayne, Washtenaw, Oakland, Livingston, or Macomb County, please do contact me.

Feel free to visit http://www.DoorToDreams.com to learn more about me, the services I provide, my approach to the business, and how I can make your transition and transaction as smooth as possible. You may also call me toll-free at 866.865.7500.

I look forward to your call!

Testimonials

Karen and I can't thank you enough for the excellent job you did marketing and selling our home. Your attention to detail and the myriad of strategies you used such as, the virtual tour, talking house, home warranty, numerous publications advertising our property gave us the security that you were committed to us as a client.

Your communication to us was always timely and accurate. The interest in our home by various families astounded me. Our house sold in about six or seven weeks and we received the price we had in mind.

Thank you again for all your time and efforts and I wouldn't hesitate in the least to recommend you to my friends and family. In fact, I have already done so!

Doug and Karen - South Lyon

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Of the agents I had seen, Derek seemed different. He wasn't pushy, he didn't follow me around the house, and any questions I had he could answer.

A year went by and unlike many agents', Derek hadn't pestered me every other week about buying or selling a house. He simply understood that when it's time, it's time.

Derek was more than patient throughout the search... he's truly dedicated. Not once did Derek try to push us into anything, he often stood in the shadows occasionally offering candid but useful advice. When we finally decided on a house, Derek took on a different role, he was our spokesperson. He managed all of the negotiations and made sure to let us know if we were being taken for a ride by the sellers. If that was the case, he made sure to stand "our" ground and in a business tone would argue on our behalf.

In the end, my husband and I found a wonderful home in a great neighborhood and would like to thank Derek for helping us get there. We still keep in contact with him, mostly through emails, for he has become our friend, the real estate agent!

Jill and Ken - Westland

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It has been a long search for me and I was beginning to give-up and "settle" for anything that came along, but that changed when you came into the picture. Your tireless work, prompt action, and honest advice resulted in an outcome that I could not be more pleased with. There are many stories out there of Real Estate professionals that are untrustworthy or uncaring, so you always are skeptical. You, however, are truly a beacon of trust that is truthful, honest, and caring.

I will be sure to recommend you to all of my friends that are in the market to either buy or sell a home.

Jason - Brighton

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Derek spent a lot of time showing us homes and learning what we wanted and needed. After we found our new house, Derek went to work to sell our old house, and did so in only 1 week. He is a very hard worker, will work around your schedule, and always makes time for his clients. Derek even follows-up with his customers after closing to see if all is well. In short, Derek Bauer is a wonderful Real Estate agent.

Tony and Ann Marie - Livonia

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Derek Bauer represented Barbara and I in a Real Estate transaction, which included the moving from Florida to Michigan in a very short time span. Not only did he provide many houses to look at, but went out of his way to pick us up and drive us all over Oakland county to find what we were looking for. Derek took charge and arranged for the house inspection, repairs, and setting-up closing in a kind, professional manor. We would highly recommend him for any kind of Real Estate transaction in the future.

Bob and Barbara - Clarkston

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I would strongly recommend Derek Bauer as both a listing and selling agent. Derek acted in both capacities for me and I am extremely satisfied with the results.

We talked and/or e-mailed almost daily about the potentials I wanted to see. Derek scheduled appointments at all the homes I wanted to see, quickly and efficiently. When one caught my attention, Derek was very patient in letting me take my time looking at it and set up new appointments to view again. A little less than a month after I started working with Derek, I had found my home!

When I signed the purchase agreement for my new home, my current house was not even on the market yet. Derek worked diligently in promoting and ultimately working as the selling agent also. My house sold in a little less than one month at the price I wanted!

Derek met his promise! When I'm ready to upsize to my next house, I will contact Derek. I strongly recommend Derek Bauer to anyone pursuing their dream home.

Kia - Livonia

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You are the first agent we found who took as much time as you did with us, or was as informative with us as you have been, and for that we are very grateful.

I especially admired the time you took out of your busy days to deal with a picky person like myself, to add to that, the time you took to explain every little detail with all the paperwork involved, you broke it down to a level where we could understand the process of purchasing a home. We definitely appreciated your services.

Thank you so kindly.

Toby and Debra - Southfield

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It is with pleasure that I am writing a letter of recommendation for Derek Bauer, who assisted me with the search and purchase of my first home in February, 2003. When I decided to purchase a home, Derek was very patient and explained all the necessary steps for a first-time homebuyer with limited knowledge.

In addition, Derek was available at all hours and on weekends, always responded promptly to inquiries and concerns, and demonstrated a high level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment.

I would recommend Derek Bauer as a Real Estate agent to anyone.

Kim - CenterLine

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I had the pleasure of working with Derek Bauer recently to sell our home. In living out-of-state, it was important to hire someone not only with a strong marketing plan, but also someone who paid close attention to detail and was an effective communicator.

I am proud to say that Derek was this professional and only after having our property listed for months with another agent, did we learn of Derek's services. Upon listing with Derek, we had multiple offers and a sale within a very short period of time.

I would certainly utilize Derek Bauers' services in the future and have recommended him to others. I am confident in his ability to get the job done effectively, efficiently, and professionally.

Evelyn - out-of-state

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I would like to express my heart-felt thanks for your tireless efforts regarding our recent home purchase.

I've bought four homes over the past decade, and I've had the opportunity to work with quite a few agents in that time. When we called you to request a showing, I hadn't given much thought to getting an agent in the area. You were very accommodating in your scheduling and made arrangements to show us the home right away. It was clear to me when we drove-up and saw the "got agent?" rear-windshield banner, that we were dealing with a unique agent.

Your enthusiasm for your work is apparent in all of your actions. Your refreshing attitude and knowledge were helpful in bringing the sale to fruition. After our original meeting with you, it was clear that we'd found the right agent for us.

I was especially impressed with your doggedness in seeing the deal through, given the "less than ideal" circumstances with our out-of-state mortgage broker. You took the initiative of setting-up alternative lending services as an option for us.

Thank you!

Dustin and Tracy - Livonia

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I was fortunate enough to use Derek Bauer as my home sales agent to purchase my first home. Being that I was inexperienced with the routine of buying a house, I wasn't exactly sure of what to expect or the complexity involved with the entire procedure. Yet, Derek made the whole process simple and straightforward.

His knowledge of utilizing a computer database that contains all places of residence currently on the market was essential in helping me select various homes to look at potentially buying. After only a short period of time, Derek created a list of properties that had specific characteristics to the type of home I wanted.

Within days, I was walking through multiple homes and purchased one. Overall, I was extremely satisfied with the entire systematic approach that Derek implemented for me, and I would highly recommend anyone to use his services when looking to buy a home.

Douglas - Livonia

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Thank you very much for a great experience in home buying. Although it was our first experience, we all enjoyed it and would recommend you as an agent to our friends and family.

Frank - Livonia

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Derek Bauer represented us as our buying agent in the purchase of our first home. We found Derek to be extremely helpful, patient, and responsive. Derek made himself available to us anytime, day or night. All of our appointments or phone calls were at times convenient to us. For two people with very busy schedules, this was extremely important.

As this was our first home, we had many questions and concerns and Derek was fast to respond to all of these. We were not familiar with the process of buying a home and Derek supplied us with all of the information that we needed and was patient enough to clarify those things that we did not understand.

Lastly, Derek's attention to detail and enthusiasm made this major purchase a fun, exciting, and easy process. There was not one moment when we did not feel confident and safe with Derek's representation. When we choose to move in the future, we are looking forward to working with Derek again and we highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.

Brandon and Melissa - Canton