Jenna Koontz SRES, CRS, RENE, SRS
Buying. Selling. Building. Jenna Gets you Movin'
Relationship - Respect - Results
Choosing the Right REALTOR® Does Make a Difference...
Having worked at a local pharmacy while she attended Youngstown State, Jenna developed a love for the connections she made with her customers. The opportunity to assist and comfort them, giving each person the highest level of care, and sometimes just giving them someone to talk to provide both personal and professional growth that she has carried with her since. In Early 2015, Jenna transitioned into Real Estate. Instead of providing TUMS, Tylenol, and toothpaste, she now helps them find a place to call home!
Each of her client's needs something a little different. Whether they are looking for a first home, vacation home, investment property, or their forever home, Jenna strives to be there for them, in any way she can, every step of the way.
Being a REALTOR is much more than opening a door and turning on the lights or throwing a sign in the yard. Having strong marketing tools, a large network of agents, and sharp skills are the components that Jenna continually uses to deliver when it comes to her clients. She recognizes the value of the trust that her clients instill in her and she takes it very seriously, working to exceed their expectations and maintaining the relationship with clear and effective communication. Jenna savors the opportunity to represent her clients to her fullest ability. This is evident from the awards she has won year after year.
Born and raised in the Mahoning Valley, Jenna's passion for her community is a driving force in her day-to-day life. Jenna was selected as one of twelve agents from across the state to be part of the Ohio REALTORS Leadership Academy. The mission of this group is to become leaders in the industry and make a positive impact on their local communities. It gives Jenna the ability to bring back knowledge to her local board and help write grants that can help the Valley's residents.
Jenna is continuously seeking more education and networking opportunities to bring the best skills back for her clients. Pushing the envelope with new marketing and technology that not only puts her listings ahead of the pack, but also a platform to promote the communities she serves and the small businesses in them. Being able to showcase the history, beauty, and charm to both locals and buyers moving into the area is an important part of her process.
Specialties
Moving Checklist
- Give forwarding address to Post Office four to six weeks before moving
- Charge accounts, credit cards
- Subscriptions: Notice required six to eight weeks
- Friends and relatives
- Transfer funds, arrange check-cashing in new city if necessary
- Arrange credit references
- Notify company of new location for coverage: life, health, fire and auto.
- Gas, light, water, fuel, garbage.
- Get refunds on any deposits made.
- Return cable boxes if necessary.
- Laundry, newspaper, change over of service.
- Ask doctor or dentist for referrals.
- Transfer needed for prescriptions, eyeglasses, X-rays.
- Obtain birth records, medical records, etc.
- Ask about regulations for licenses, vaccinations, tags, etc.
- Empty freezer, plan use of foods
- Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator. Place charcoal to dispel odors
- Have appliances serviced for moving
- Clean rugs and/or clothing before moving; have them wrapped
- Check with your moving counselor/company - insurance coverage, packing and unpacking labor, arrival day, various shipping papers, method and time of expected payment
- Plan for special care needs of infant or pets
- Check with Agriculture Department of new area to see if they have restrictions on plants
- Carry enough cash or traveler's checks to cover cost of moving services and expenses until you establish new banking services
- Carry jewelry and important documents yourself or use registered mail
- Plan for transporting pets; they are poor traveling companions if unhappy
- Let close friends or relatives know route and schedule you will travel, including any overnight stops. Use them as message headquarters
- Final check of old residence: double-check closets, drawers and shelves to be sure they are empty
- Leave old keys, garage door openers, broiler pans, landscape/house plans and instruction manuals needed by new owner with your agent.
- Obtain certified checks or cashier's checks necessary for closing real estate transaction (check title company for details)
- Check that utilities are turned on.
- Do a walk through notice any damages, document and take photos.
- Check for damages while unpacking - be aware of deadline for insurance claims.
- Replace locks if necessary and make at least 2 copies of your new keys
