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  • Howard Hanna Gold Advantage Program

    The Hanna Gold Advantage Program offers a range of real estate services provided through Howard Hanna's Relocation & Business Development Department.  The program includes cash rewards when purchasing or selling a home locally or nationwide, mortgage and closing services and access to services provided by Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.

    Benefits available to GANNON UNIVERSITY employees, trustees, alumni, retirees, students, and parents of current students (referred to as Gannon University Community) include the following items:

    • Cash reward equal to 10% of the Gross Commission (5% to you, 5% to the Gannon University Alumni Association Endowed Legacy "Power" Scholarship) when PURCHASING A HOME. You must register with Howard Hanna Relocation & Business Development in advance of working with a Realtor.
    • Cash reward equal to 10% of the Gross Commission (5% to you, 5% to the Gannon University Alumni Association Endowed Legacy "Power" Scholarship) when SELLING A HOME. You must register with Howard Hanna Relocation & Business Development in advance of working with a Realtor. 
    • A free consultation with a Howard Hanna Mortgage Professional and a $400 credit towards closing costs on a first mortgage or refinancing when the transaction is handled by Howard Hanna Mortgage Services and Barrister's Land Abstract Company or Barristers of Ohio. 
    • Competitive rates on a full line of Insurance Services through Howard Hanna Insurance Services (mortgage, auto, home, health, etc.).
    • Retail Alliance Service Partner discounts and corporate priority services on various services (ie, moving services, carpeting, home improvements, security systems, etc.).

    How the Cash Reward Works

    Purchasing a Home (Example)

    When you register with Howard Hanna Relocation & Business Development you will be assigned a Sales Associate, Once you purchase your home…

    If the Sale Price of the home is $200,000 and the commission paid by the seller is 7% ($14,000.00).   

    You receive 5% of the Gross Commission, or $700.00, as a check from Howard Hanna to you, and Gannon University will also receive 5% ($700.00) as a check to the Legacy Scholarship. (checks are mailed 7-10 days after closing).

    Additionally, if your mortgage and closing is handled by Howard Hanna Mortgage Services and Barrister's Land Abstract Company

    You receive a $400 credit toward closing costs (will show on your HUD-1 Settlement Sheet)

    Selling a Home (Example)

    When you register with Howard Hanna Relocation & Business Development you will be assigned a Sales Associate, Once you sell your home…

    If the Sale Price of the home is $200,000 and the commission paid is 7% ($14,000.00).   

    You receive 5% of the Gross Commission, or $700.00, as a check from Howard Hanna to you, and Gannon University with also receive 5% ($700.00) as a check to the Legacy Scholarship. (checks are mailed 7-10 days after closing).

    Eligible Transactions

    The commission and closing cost discount applies to residential or commercial properties that are purchased, leased, or sold.  You must register in advance through Howard Hanna's Relocation & Business Development Department and use the services of the designated Realtor.  All other discounts and services must be coordinated through Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.

    Relocation Services

    Howard Hanna's Relocation & Business Development Department offers a full range of various relocation related services to the GANNON UNIVERSITY Community.

    To take advantage of the benefits, GANNON UNIVERSITY Community members must register in advance with Howard Hanna's Relocation & Business Development Department.

    Registration is free and can be done one of these ways:

    • Visit   www.hannagoldadvantage.com
    • Call the Hanna Gold Advantage Desk  (800) 656-7356 ext 307
    • Write to Howard Hanna's Relocation & Business Development Department at 119 Gamma Drive, Pittsburgh, PA  15238

    Download the Gannon University Hanna Gold Advantage informative poster.

    Note:  If you are currently working with a Realtor, or if you contact a Realtor prior to registration, these benefits do not apply.