Real Estate ~~ Isn't for Sissy's

Don't even think of doing this as a career if you are weak of heart and lack nerves of steel! 
Yes, The Real Estate business isn't for Sissy's ~~ never has been, never will be.

The main focus in this biz should always be protecting your client. 
Investigating, disclosing, and remedying concerns. 
Every property has issues and needs maintenance, to what degree this has been performed and to what degree of acceptance, is always the question and the source of contention.

That being said, we move on to the current dynamics of the biz, that has reached a feverish pace as of late ( the last 18 months).

With the pent-up desire of both buyers and sellers, the hype by the media and resultant wildfire conversations of the Real Estate minded, we are back in the 2002-06 era "Action". 

Multiple offers, bidding wars, accusations, fevered searches, wire transfers, international clients,  jubilation, disappointment,        phewww . . . .  I'm worn out just writing this.

 

In this atmosphere, many times, the important aspects get forgotten  - lost!
Again, $$$$, profit, cap rates, equity, winning the bidding wars, coming out on top, takes preeminence.  STOP!!
Do it right ~~ focus, focus, focus! 

What is YOUR job??  Who are you working for?? 

Get those inspections, disclosures and READ THEM. 

Just had to scream that!

 



Yes, I have been scampering around in this melee and yes, opening those escrows with trumpets blaring, while not be blinded by the 'Game'.
A big change, is the electronic paperwork flying around, so-o-o-o ~~ being tech savvy, has pushed the edges and caused this whole biz to escalate and for me, created an ease of doing business and making it seamless and efficient.

But the real crux is the tenor, the frenzy.  Slow down, remember what your role is and don't "JUST DO IT" ~~  DO IT RIGHT!

Looking for that Professional?  With years of experience?  Great reputation?

Yes, I'm just a text, e-mail or phone call away!

. . . . and Happy to get you where you want to be.
 

Marlene Henderson, Broker/Realtor
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management

00599374

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Yes, the buying season is in full swing!

Yes, the buying season is in full swing and yes, if homeownership is the right direction for your life, then this is the right time to do it.  Unbelievably great interest rates and that's what you should be paying attention too.  The prices can creep up, but it is when the interest rates do,  is when to pull on the reigns and do that personal assessment ~~ can I still aford this?
I truly believe EVERYONE should own their own home, their piece of dirt and build a quality life with it!!
True with the uncertainties and mobility we experience today, this is not always the choice that can be had. 

There has been good activity and I have had three smooth, quick, all cash transactions this year that have made my awareness of global situations more accute.  All three were international buyers.
Don't get me wrong, I am happy to have the business and these have been great people to work with.  I have been paying more attention to happenings in Real Estate around the globe that could have an impact on our local market though.  We all read the 'Headlines' but how true is it for the local or more specifically YOUR neighborhoods value?
Just because Bakersfield is in a slump doesn't mean Des Moins is in the same boat.  All Real Estate is local.
But keeping an eye on the big players these days and I mean BIG PLAYERS could easily turn local markets on their heads.
So make sure you are "Paying attention".
 Call me when you are ready to make that move into ownership or just need to make a change because life never stays the same.




Marlene Henderson, Broker/Realtor    
00599374

831-429-9091 

"MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management . . . .

                                      When only the BEST will do"

When away from the Real Estate World . . . . . Live the life you Love!

The journey starts early everyday.  So much to see, smell and conversations to be had when biking around the vinyards.
The "Wine Country"  being a culture and pace unto itself, one has to shift gears, relax,  appreciate the subtleties and just cruise through the region with no expectations.

As I stopped and chatted with winemakers and vinyardists along the country roads and while  intruding on their dirt paths as they enchanted me in, I discovered growing techniques I had never heard of, that have been developed and used for generations.

 Names of old vines that are 100+ years old, this is Atlas, that produce scant grapes but the richest, deepest flavors sought after by oenologists.

 

 Cooling off in Adirondack  chairs made from old wine barrels, looking over an incredible field of Lavendar while my friends - the Bees - diligently work away.  One realizes, this is what is real and this natural system is what should be important to all of humanity.  Caring for what God created and the incredible dynamic system that the planet has been operating under since the beginning of time.

 The neat, orderly rows that have been developed to harness the abundance of the land, the vines, the sun.  It smells heavenly here.

and more rows . . . .

Take the time, enjoy the gifts!

 

Marlene Henderson, Owner/Broker

MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and

Property Managment

www.BestSantaCruzProperties.com

831-429-9091

 

Current Real Estate News - Improvement Everywhere

No matter which region you are in or interested with, the story is the same  - The Real Estate Market is improving.
The desire for Home Ownership has never died and now that the deep price dive has halted, rather abruptly, buyers are literally in a frenzy.  Multiple offers, overbidding, quick closes, cash purchases and disappointed offerees ~ again!
The supply currently is low for many reasons and regardless of those, the desire is building and driving the price increases.

Although the numbers can be vastly different from Santa Fe to Santa Cruz and Billings to Boston ,  seemingly bouncing around like a ping-pong ball, the old adage stands true ~~ it's the location that dictates the value.

Those of us lucky enough to own property in one of these higher priced areas and deciding to make a  change, can really turn their equity position around and benefit from this uptick.  Those "Underwater" have quickly come up for air and are breathing easier now.

One more aspect is the Gen Y'ers are highly focused on the New, energy efficient homes.  The benefits of the features are amazing in savings, check out this article. 

One great opportunity I am handling, that will benefit any eager homeowner, is this wonderful ready-to-build lot  at 4855 Dawn Lane, Soquel, Calif. 95073.

All the improvements are in, water meter connected, plans for a 2200 sq. ft. home drawn.  Just waiting for you to build YOUR energy efficient and cost cutting castle!
Call me, I am ready to help guide you to the right decisions.

Marlene Henderson, Broker 
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties
00599374

831-429-9091  Office
831-419-9091  Cell

"When only the BEST will do . . . . .

   MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management"

Real Estate for Sale ~ Buyer or Seller?

So, you have been sitting on the fence, wondering when is the right time for me to Sell

or

Buy  a home?

 

 

Guess what?

 

                           The time is NOW!

 

If you are a Seller and have been waiting and waiting and waiting to see if the Real Estate market will ever turn around, needing to make a change in the size of your living environment, wanting to move to a different area or waiting to have your home come up for air.  Homes are going quickly, again, with multiple offers in most cases.
Price it according to the Real Estate market, make it showroom ready and do your inspections upfront to know what you are dealing with on the condition -  then, start packing. 
I have been seeing escrows close in as short as 21 days.

It's great to see people being able to free up their lives and make plans again for the changes we all go through.

If you are a Buyer, the Real Estate market is still not up to the 2006 levels but the interest rates are well into the 3%'s   ~~~~  soooooo the savings in mo. PITI will make it worth the wait you have been sitting through.

These days with owners well tuned-in to the aspect of making sure the walls are painted and the lawn is mowed, homes are going quickly.  Make sure you sit down with the lender of your choice, get all your doc's in order, know what your price range is and jump in.

I love helping people "Live the life they Love"!   Give me a call,  I know the Real Estate market in the Monterey Bay area, up the penninsula - where I am searching right now or in Lovely Lake Tahoe - my second home, since I was 18!

It's a Sellers market AND there sure are some great homes out there ready for the picking!

 I'd love to be Your Personal Broker,

Marlene MoeBEST-Henderson, Broker/Realtor
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and
Property Management
#00599374

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"When only the BEST will do . . . . .

                               MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management"

 

 





Santa Cruz Gardens Calif. is Blooming

Yes, one of Santa Cruz's hidden treasures is Blooming ---  with quality properties!!

All spruced up, blooming and ready for the changes we all make in our lives.

This is such a special neighborhood and so well positioned for convenience, quality of life, community and all the benefits of our Santa Cruz Coastal Community but tucked in a Sun Belt, micro-clim that even the fog can't spoil (most of the time).

Check out the properties for sale up here, they won't last long and they don't come on the market that often.

1. 151 Kenny Ct.
2.  265 Chirco
3.  254 Waugh
4.  121 Waugh

Which one is the BEST!  Hard to say, it all depends on your needs.  Come on up and take a look for yourself,  you won't go wrong with any of them.

Call me, I love helping people Live the Life the Love!

 

Marlene Henderson, Broker/Realtor
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and
Property Management

Office - 831-429-9091
Cell -    831-419-9091

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"When only the BEST will do . . . . .

MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management"

This is a Great Real Estate Market!

Nothing says

"Great Real Estate Market" 

 

like multiple offers within days of being on the MLS system!! 

There have been some

real gems, diamonds in the rough and wonderful homes to create memories in -- snapped right up. 

Sellers, this is the time you have been waiting for.  

Get it spruced up, let no stone go unturned, price it right

(only a professional can gauge that)

and watch the excitement happen.

 

Since January, I have seen properties that had lingered on the market go into escrow within days of being re-entered on the MLS.

There are buyers, investors and hedge funds that are chomping at the bit to scoop up what is out there. 

If you are a buyer, Don't miss out on YOUR chance.

Interest rates are still at ALL TIME LOWS!!

  

Quality properties are coming on every day,  that will take your breath away or give you that sense of stability.

What ever your direction. . . . . .  the time is right to

Get In On This Great Real Estate Market!

 

Put my 35+ years of helping clients

"Live The Life They Love"

to work for you!!

 

CALL NOW

 

 

Marlene MoeBEST-Henderson, Broker/Realtor
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and
Property Management

Office - 831-429-9091
Cell -    831-419-9091