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    Welcome

About Us

We are avid lovers of the Laurel Highlands. Both of us have military backgrounds, with Abe's dad being a retired career NCO in the Air Force and Wags being a retired officer with 27+ years in the Army. We mention this because we have lived and traveled many parts of the world and know what a gift life in the USA is and how wonderful the Laurel Highlands is as a primary or second home location. We are skiers, hikers, bikers, climbers, and explorers of the area. Although we visit many places for many things, we are always most happy to be here, our home. If you are active in this area, we welcome you to go to our free reports pages for many great tips on living here. In the local vendors page we have complied a short list of the people we use as Realtors and residents. If life takes you some place else, and now is the time for you to sell your Laurel Highlands home, we are here to help you.  If you would like a copy of our personal brochure giving you more background on our life and experiences please e-mail us.

Mission Statement

To provide real estate services to our clients at the highest Realtor standards. To empower our team to work independently with excellence, and to maintain personal growth and professional satisfaction with pride.

Privacy Policy

Our privacy policy is quite simple. We consider all communications and information pertaining to our clients to be confidential. All access is limited to our team and will not be shared, conveyed, or sold to any outside parties.

If you would like more information about our services, please call 800-419-7653 or e-mail us at rwagner@topproducer.com

Customer Surveys

We send out a customer survey at the conclusion of each sale.  Read the hand written comments from our customers and see how they rate us. In 2006 we became a Quality Service Certified team. Select the link below to see our ratings from independent surveys. Search Robert Wagner, PA for the survey.

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Independent Quality Service Surveys

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Customer surveys 2005

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Customer surveys 2004

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Customer surveys 2003

Performance Awards
As the top producing agents in our office we are recognized for our production (Click on the links below to see our awards)

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Screen Savers

As constant explorers of the Laurel Highlands we have started a collection of photographs of our favorite places.  We would like to share them with any and all whom are interested.  Please feel free to download any that you like.

Country Road Fall Trout Stream Fall
Hiking Trail Fall Fall Lake and Forest
Falling Water Fall Laurel Cavern

Testimonials:

From Paul and Marietta G.   Full time residents at Seven Springs:

    Our introduction to what would become the team of "Abe and Wags" began with a condo purchase at Seven Springs in 1992.  Even then the level of professionalism, attention to detail and yes, personal service, was evident.    

    When it came time to sell the condo and move to a bigger home at Seven Springs there was no doubt as to who would handle the transaction for us.
    Indeed, when it came time to make our dream a reality--retiring full time to the mountains and selling our Pittsburgh home--we again found ourselves turning to Abe and Wags. After disappointing interviews with several Realtors in the Pittsburgh area we asked advice of Abe and Wags and, true to form, they took the time to research our needs and recommend a Pittsburgh Realtor. Our house sold at full asking price BEFORE it was officially put on the market!
    Their professionalism is obvious, not only in their demeanor but in their determination to be the best and the most knowledgeable they can be in the service of their clients. Such is evident in the course work they have taken and continue to take, the positions of responsibility they hold in the professional Real Estate community and the high regard in which they are held.
    They are, most certainly, a credit to their profession.

 

Dr. and Mrs. B. Seller at Hidden Valley Resort

What is unique about this sale is that after the listing the sellers left for Lebanon, and never were physically present for the sales process. The entire process was done by e-mail. The check was picked up by their son. R. Wagner

\Dear Bob/Wags,

We appreciate your help in the sale of our house in Hidden Valley, and will not hesitate in coming back to you for future sales. Your first presentation at our house was very helpful and answered all our questions, outlining the sale process and it's requirements with clarity and precision.

Furthermore, your subsequent handling of the showings, and your prompt reporting of each development, using the latest available technological help, was very impressive. We were always well informed of the marketing efforts and sales process, even when we were away from town for an extended length of time.

We are thankful for your efforts, and appreciate the positive and rapid results in the sale of our property. We will recommend you readily to our friends, and will consider using your services once more when needed, in the near future.

Sincerely,

                        Dr. Bicher and Mamdouha B.

                     

SELLER SERVICES

The Abe and Wags team are designated sellers agents and represent the sellers of properties in the resorts and Laurel Highlands. You do not have to be here to sell your home. Specializing in out of town owners, we have the programs to sell your home with just the key. We have worked in this area since 1978 and carefully monitor the market place to get you the best price and terms for your property in the shortest possible time. Go to our "Key to Closing" page for the complete layout of our seller client marketing services.

If you are thinking of selling your home in the Laurel Highlands we offer an unique and effective marketing plan. National Association of Realtors statistics indicate that over 80% of home buyers are using the internet, and our internal statistics show that over 90% of resort home buyers are using the internet. For that reason we have developed a very powerful internet marketing strategy, with Featured Home placement on Realtor.com, associated links and property placement with the next 10 top home search sites, a complete newspaper and homes magazine ad program, flash and visual tour presentation of properties, and an e-mail newsletter that goes to over 4600 buyers, sellers, and Realtors with an interest in this market area. Go to "View our Listings" or our "Key to Closing" pages  to see what we will do for you. It works.

BUYER SERVICES

Our dedicated buyers agent  works for you with her fees being paid for by the seller. She can set you up with an e-notification of any new properties on the market, monthly updates and property transactions, and market conditions and past sales comparables. She works in the resorts and area daily and knows the many floor plans, communities, and features of the resorts to help you narrow your search to find that perfect resort home. If you are serious about buying property in this area you need to be on her short list.

ABOUT US AND OUR COMBINED CERTIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION.

THERE ARE FEW AGENTS AND EVEN OFFICES WITH MORE EDUCATION THAN WE HAVE. ASK AND YOU WILL FIND OUT!  WE KNOW REAL ESTATE.

ASSOCIATE BROKER ABE Realtor has passed the brokers licensing requirements in PA and has attended extensive courses in management, brokerage issues, litigation, and sales agreements.

CRB Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers. ABE, WAGS Realtor has taken extensive courses in brokerage issues, litigation, management, and development. Abe was the 2001 to 2004 PA President of the CRB. Wags will be the 2009 State President.

CRS Council of Residential Specialists ABE, WAGS Realtor has taken extensive courses in listing, selling, marketing, and has transacted over 70 real estate transactions. Abe was the 2004 PA President of the CRS. Wags is 2008 State President.

GRI Graduate Realtor Institute. ABE WAGS Graduate of extensive courses by the National Association of Realtors in listing, selling, marketing, ethics, and consumer rights and concerns.

SRES Senior Real Estate Specialists. ABE  Realtor who has completed a course specializing in the issues seniors have to deal with, including downsizing, 1031 Exchanges, reverse mortgages, lease and buy back options, and other issues for the senior seller/buyer.

OA One America. ABE, WAGS Realtor who has completed a course dealing with the special needs of different ethnic groups, cultural differences, communication needs, and community requirements.

RECS Real Estate Cyber Society. ABE Realtor who has completed extensive courses in internet operations, including web site development, e-mail, and internet operations.

RSPS Resort and Second Home Property Specialists ABE, WAGS, Charter Members. Extensive courses in working with buyers and sellers of second homes, 1031 Exchanges.

e-PRO ABE, WAGS Realtor has completed a National Association of Realtors on-line course training in e-mail and internet operations.

e-Certified ABE, WAGS, Prudential Preferred course in e-mail and internet operations.

Quality Service Certified: ABE, WAGS Members of Prudential quality client service oriented teams. Use link above to see the results of their independent customer satisfaction survey.

Development Specialists WAGS Prudential Preferred course in developing sites, new homes, and developments.

Fine Homes Specialists ABE, WAGS, Prudential Preferred recognition to agents who consistently list and sell homes in the top 10% of the market place. Offer sellers unique marketing to reach buyers of high end unique homes.

TRC Transaction Referral Certification ABE Awarded by the International Consortium Real Estate Association. Go to www.worldproperties.com for more information.

Recognition and participation:

Pennsylvania Association of Realtors ABE, WAGS Currently sitting on boards of the PA State Association of  Realtors.

National Association of Realtors ABE Currently sitting on boards of the National Association of Realtors, currently on the CRB and PAR National Board of Directors.

Prudential Realty National ABE, WAGS Presidents Circle Team, top 4% of over 900 teams in the USA.

Westmoreland Board of Realtors WAGS,   2007 President Platinum Award recipient, given to the TOP Realtors in this board for production and performance. .

CRB Past President for the State of Pennsylvania. ABE

CRS Past President for the State of Pennsylvania. ABE

CRS Realtor of the Year for the State CRS Association. ABE

Realtor of the Year for the Cambria Somerset Realtors Association. ABE

Cambria Somerset Realtors Association Past President. ABE
 

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