I think I was
very lucky when I was referred to you. I
honestly can not think of anything that
could have been improved upon! My
experience buying my first home was
wonderful. I particularly liked the way
that you explained everything to me. Your
casual friendly attitude stood out. It was
a pleasure talking to you about buying a
condo or just shooting the breeze.
You helped me
to understand everything so I felt confident
in my decision to buy. I got a great deal
on my new home, and it was an extremely fair
price.
When I refer
her to my friends and family, I say "If
you are even slightly interested in buying a
house, you have to call Madeline. She is up
front and honest. She will get you a home
that you can afford."
Tim
Reno, NV
I can't
think of anything you could improve upon- my
experience selling and buying a new home
with you was excellent.. You kept me
informed on everything that was going on.
Your honesty really made you stand out
against other realtors I've dealt with in
the past.
Your
informative approach to both to selling my
home and then buying my new one made me feel
very comfortable and in control of what was
going on. I feel that I received a fair
price for my old home, and got an excellent
deal on my new. I particularly liked your
extensive analysis of prospective homes we
looked at from an appreciation and resale
point of view- I had the confidence when we
spotted the home I purchased to make an
offer that was immediately accepted. There
were also no
problems during the escrow period on
both homes- which was very important to me
with my work schedule, because you were
completely on top of the situation.
My
recommendation to family and friends is:
“Talk to Madeline! She is very
knowledgeable and will help you in any way
(from buying and selling to questions on
real estate”.
Thanks again
Madeline!
Another
satisfied client GL
Reno, NV
When asked about our new home, people hear
your name as well as the boasting we do! I
will never let a “new home” conversation end
without mentioning you, and I know anyone
would be wasting their time and money
calling another realtor. I always mention
the loan offer we would have signed for had
you not educated us about home loans. You
saved us thousands.
You were always 100% upfront- and no empty
promises! You were whole heartedly
dedicated to our needs, working for us.
Your total expertise really left nothing
for us to do, as you did it all except
decide which home we bought! The price we
paid for our new Wingfield Springs home was
more than fair, as our home appraised for
much more than what we paid. “We hope
you believe us when we say that nothing
could have been improved upon!”
Michelle & Gordon
Sparks, NV
We
had a wonderful experience buying our first
home! You made the process enjoyable! You
were terrific at explaining the paper work
and making sure we knew what we were
signing. We are so glad that you were the
first agent we found (from JustListed.com)
and called us immediately. You did not give
up on us and we found the best house, way
better than we were expecting! “We most
definitely would recommend your services to
anyone we know.”
Ashley & Matt
Reno, NV
I
choose Madeline to do business with over any
other agent because of my previous
experience, and uncertainty about what a
discount realtor would really do for us.
Very important for me was minimizing my time
away from work. Discount agents want an
extra fee for MLS. The only things I can
think of that would improve on my experience
are things that Madeline had no control
over, like the weather! I got full value
for my house. “ I would recommend
Madeline to the people I care about most–
like my brother and Mom and Dad.”
And here’s what Scot and Tracy have to say
after their third experience
with me:
We
chose Madeline over any other agent because
we like and trust her. We had lost contact
with her after our move out of town, so we
called the local real estate board to find
her again. It was worth it to us, because
she identified all our needs and then was
patient with us while finding our perfect
home. She also did not let us walk away
from a really good deal. We saved over
$16,000 on the purchase price of our home,
and with her skilled negotiations, we walked
into over $21,000 in equity. “We
would recommend Madeline to anyone who is
buying or selling their home.”
Scot and
Tracy
Reno, NV
“I
can’t find anyone to list my spec home in
Silver Springs, and I am not getting any
satisfaction from my current agent.”
That’s what Dick told me, a licensed realtor
himself, when we first met. I told him that
I had many years of expertise in marketing
rural and ranch properties, and he eagerly
agreed to have me list his home. After
taking a critical look at the property, and
advising him to improve the appearance of
the property, he received an acceptable
offer. “I was most impressed with your
negotiation skills on my behalf. I received
a fair price for my property, and was
delighted to sell it in this difficult
market quickly for cash. I would recommend
you again without hesitation.”
Dick
Reno, NV
20
Days to Home Ownership
“We’ve been looking for a year for a home,
and we can’t even qualify for a mortgage!”
That was the story I heard from Jeff and
Donna when we first met. Can anything be as
frustrating as living in tiny poorly
insulated home in Truckee, spending money
like water trying to stay warm, and your
lender not even returning your phone calls?
Not acceptable in my book. The kind of
problem I specialize in solving.
Not only did we find a house to make an
offer on that day, but I got them loan
approval over the phone on a Sunday
afternoon! And even though that house did
not work out, we found a second, even better
home next week. Nearly brand new, in a
terrific location in Spanish Springs, with
schools, play areas, and all the
conveniences close by, ready to just move in
and enjoy.
It
was only 20 days from the time that Jeff and
Donna first saw their new home to the day
they became homeowners. Now, that’s
acceptable in my book.
Here’s what they have to say about their
experience:
I think our
overall experience was great. I honestly
can’t think of an area to improve. We
appreciated how you kept in constant contact
with us, and responded quickly to any
questions. We choose to do business with
you because of your positive attitude and
quick action. Our home buying process was
done quickly and correctly, you knew the
people to contact to assist us in getting
our financing. For what we paid in the
current market I feel we got a great deal.
“We would recommend you to either buyers or
sellers. Donna has already sent out a letter
to her clients about you.”
Donna and
Jeff
Spanish
Springs
“She
needs to sell to fund her nursing care.”
That’s what Larry told me in our first
conversation, when he was dealing with his
aunt’s situation from literally hundreds of
miles away in California. When I met with
Mary, I was very concerned about her
situation. She had lived in her condominium
since it was first built, and it was a two
story home. She was so incapacitated it was
impossible for her to get up the stairs, and
in fact, could no longer live on her own.
Money was also an issue, as she was on a
fixed income, and there were no reserves to
draw upon in order to fix up the home and
make it more appealing to buyers. While the
home was being vacated and made as
presentable as possible, the market got even
softer. Mary needed every dime she could
get to pay for her care, and like many
sellers in early autumn, had no idea that
the market could go from red hot to cold
nearly overnight, so pricing concessions
were not an early option. I did receive a
couple of offers on the property, but they
were dismally below asking price, and from
not terribly qualified buyers.
After nearly 2 1/2 months on the market,
Mary realized that she needed to reassess
the situation. I sat down with her and
explained that in my professional opinion,
the home needed to be at least painted in
order to sell, and that it would be best to
offer the buyer a carpet incentive since the
carpet was an unusual color and worn. Plus,
even though her condo had some advantages in
the way of upgrades, the market was
declining, and it would be best to drop the
price slightly in order to attract a well
qualified buyer. She was ready to agree to
these conditions, and I promptly called
every agent who had shown the property in
the last 30 days to let them know the new
status.
The results? I received multiple offers on
the home within 48 hours on the new terms,
and Mary was able to sell her home in 3
weeks to a nearly cash buyer for over the
asking price and very nearly for what she
had originally wanted for the property. Now
she’s living in an assisted care facility in
town, and has everything she needs to
provide for herself.
My customer’s needs are my focus. The
services that I provide save my clients
time, money and hassles. When you refer me
to your friends and family, you can be
assured that they will receive the top notch
professional skills that set my business
apart from “the rest”.
Madeline, you
did everything in such a professional
manner. I appreciate how you sold the
property for more than a fair price, even
with all the family turmoil. I have added
your name to our preferred referral list for
our agents to use your services should we
have a client who needs help in your area.
“It has been my pleasure to work with you!”
Larry
For Sale
By Owner Realty of Chico, CA
Home
ownership can turn your life around. When I
assisted Mary purchase her first home, I
never dreamed what a difference that would
make in her life. She’s the true rags to
riches success story. Now she’s investing
in real estate, and helping her entire
family prosper while she steadily increases
her own net worth to provide for her
daughter’s future. But hear what she has
to say in her own completely unedited words:
“Now
really, how can perfection be improved?”
Madeline is accessible anytime I need to
talk or ask a question, and her answers are
straight from the hip. Her knowledge of
local issues is second to none. Your phone
number is a speed dial on my cell phone! I
choose Madeline for her wealth of knowledge
in every aspect of real estate purchase.
From the first steps of searching and
locating the right property, through the
lending and closing process, Madeline is the
one I want in my corner. Madeline has this
incredible ability to locate a lender to
suit my needs. I ABSOLUTELY paid a fair
price for my home!
Mary
Reno, NV
Occasionally,
things turn out better than expected. With
you it seems they always turn out better
than expected.
Thank you so
very much for all you help with my home in
Reno. By a stroke of good luck three years
ago, you were there to help me find the
perfect house - for me. You listened
carefully to the criteria I had and you
nailed it with the first house. You were
always well informed about the housing
market. You showed me comparable properties
so I knew we were on the right track. Your
efforts on my behalf as a buyer made the
process simple as pie.
When it came
time for me to move on, you again made the
process of selling the house completely
effortless. More than effortless, I was
packing the household the day we signed the
listing agreement. Before the ink was dry I
was 1,000 miles away and stayed away during
the entire selling process. You got my house
sold, full price and absolutely hassle
free.
Over time, I
have bought and sold over half a dozen
homes. “No realtor I have ever worked
with has done as good a job as you have”.
You are the consummate professional.
Were this my personal experience only, it
might have been some kind of anomaly. But,
you have helped two friends of mine. I know
by my observations of their experience that
you provide the ultimate real estate service
for all your clients. Now, I only wish you
were licensed to do business in Colorado
where I am beginning the process all over
again. Good luck to you in your future
ventures. The folks lucky enough to have
your help will surely be well served.
Keith
Steamboat
Springs, CO
I
can’t think of one thing to improve in our
experience of buying a home through you.
Your ability to move breathlessly fast to
locate a great property, and then to
negotiate with owners and bargain for the
best price is just amazing. Not to mention
to convince us-the buyers-to move just as
fast!!!!!!!!!!! We chose you because of
your vibrant personality, your extensive
real estate knowledge and your ability to
ferret out the best homes that would appeal
to us. We got a GREAT price on our house.
“We’re your fans!!!!!!”
Nancy and
Lou
Spanish
Springs, NV
I
had done business with Madeline before and
why change when the first experience was so
great! Madeline does the best job of being
honest! She’s so positive, and her
appearance and mannerism is always friendly
and professional. I recommend her to my
family, friends and anyone else, who may ask. “
I have given out all Madeline's business
cards and I need more!”
Roxanne
Spanish Springs, NV
You
do the best job of caring about your
clients! You helped me find value in my
purchase and you really cared about getting
me the right home. “ I got a great price
on the home I bought, and I will be looking
to refer you as a great Reno Realtor.”
Scot
Boyce
Countryside Realty Truckee CA
“I
have no place to live!!! And no time to
find one!!!”
That’s what Bonny told me in our first
conversation, when she was looking for a
cheap place to rent with her dogs since her
home in Fernley sold in days instead of the
months she had thought it would take. It
wasn’t as though she hadn’t already pounded
the pavement looking for a house either– she
had tried 2 other agents in town in her
quest for a place to live, and now in total
desperation was looking for a rental. The
clock was ticking fast, and with two jobs
plus college, she was in a real bind.
As
always, my first questions had to do with
lifestyle. Where did she work, go to
school, how many dogs, how large a yard, all
the things that made up her life was
important in discovering how to find her
what she needed in the way of location and
type of home. Since she worked long hours
and was away from home 10+ hours at a
stretch, the space for the dogs was vital.
And, because she had one afternoon a week
off, a home that was new or nearly new in
great shape was essential. Plus, she wanted
to lower her monthly payments so that she
didn’t have to interrupt her education.
With literally hundreds of homes on the
market, just looking at dozens of homes
would have left her sitting on the
sidewalk. So, I did all the legwork,
previewing the properties, quizzing the
listing agents, and making sure what I took
her to see we could close on before
Christmas. Bonny ended up moving into a
turnkey modern home that had been completely
gutted and upgraded, with low maintenance
yard, a brand new garage/shop, brand new
appliances, and a super location with
privacy, huge yard, and beautiful Peavine
views. It was the second home of the three
I took her to. Bonny tells me that she has
never, in the 3 homes she has bought and
sold in the last 3 years, had a transaction
that was so effortless on her part. She
bragged to all her friends that all she had
to do was show up and sign some papers. Oh,
and also pick out the location for her new
hot tub.
My customer’s time is valuable. The
services that I provide save my clients
time, money and hassles. When you refer me
to your friends and family, you can be
assured that they will receive the top notch
professional skills that set my business
apart from “the rest”.
Bonny
Reno, NV
