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Business Philosophy
- Honesty, Integrity, Commitment
- Open Communication
- Superior Market and Community Knowledge
- Attention to Transaction Detail Management
- Consistent Market Updates via email for dedicated clients
- Listen. Listen. Listen
- Make others Successful and my success will follow
- Treat others as I would want to be treated
- The opportunity to help someone with their life financial planning is a sacred trust
- Knowledge is the foundation of ability to make a decision
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Awards and Designations
- Top agent in Office in 2003 and 2004 for Buyer Controlled Sales
- Top agent in Office for 2004 for Total Production
- 1998-1999 Coldwell Banker Sterling Society
- 2000-01 Coldwell Banker Diamond Society
- 2002 President's Circle
- 2003-2004 Coldwell Banker Diamond Society
- 2005-2006 Coldwell Banker International Sterling
- New Haven Board of REALTORS Professional Standards Committee Member since 2002
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Education and Training
- USAA Movers Certified Advantage Relocation Counselor since 2000
- USAA Background Check Completed since 2000
- Cartus Broker Network Marketing Specialist since 2000
- Cartus Broker Network Referral Specialist since 2000
- Cartus Broker Network Inventory Specialist since 2000
- 1031 Asset Exchange Advisor since 2006
- B.A. SPECIALIZATION IN BUSINESS/PHYCHOLOGY 1984 AT EVERGREEN UNIV.
- M.A. SPECIALIZATION IN FAMILY COUNSELING 1994 AT ANTIOCH UNIV.
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Areas of Expertise
- Seller and Buyer Exclusive Buyer Broker Representation since 1996
- Owner Representation for Sale of Residential and New Construction since 1996
- Multifamily Investment Properties Evaluation and Management
- Raw Land Identification and Evaluation
- Bank Foreclosures and Corporate Owned Properties Acquisition
- REO Asset Management
- RELOcation Assistance
- For Sale By Owner Consultation
- Credit Improvement Consultation
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Is this a good time to buy real estate.
People are still wondering if this is a good time to buy residential real estate.
Consider the following as you decide what is best for you.
Discussion of investment issues are similar yet require investigation of vacancy, demand, absorbtion,
employment and housing subsidies
As we evaluate the January2009 real estate market, in South Central Connecticut we are seeing residential property prices retreat to levels last seen in 2003 or earlier in tertian neighborhoods. I can create Specific neighborhood data for your needs. Remember that in 1996 Connecticut was just ending a flat market of 5 years as prices began to increase until they began to level off then decline in 2007.
1)Is the current property that you are considering affordable compared to your income and/or desired return on investment?
This is considering all your monthly expenses compared to your monthly income.
A $200k 30 year mortgage would cost you $1050/month at 5%. Add in Property taxes of $5000 / year and mortgage/home insurance of $1600. That makes $1600 a month to occupy a $200,000 house.
2) How much are you paying now? Is the difference worth it to you for the quality of life, personal control and commitment to property ownership? Does it matter to you if you have a landlord? Do you like renting?
3)What are your tax benefits of itemizing versus straight line deductions?
4)What is your commitment to the lifestyle, neighborhood, schools, community, property values and mortgage?
5)How stable are your income and/or reserves?
The rate of foreclosures and delinquencies continue to impact the inventory. Connecticut overall remains in better condition than many others, including Massachusetts and Rhode Island. This information is regional, your interests are local. I can evaluate the neighborhood and property you are considering. For information about avoiding foreclosure see: http://www.hud.gov/
Community Involvement
- Treasurer, 1st and Summerfield UMC 1997-2004, New Haven
- Chairman-Awareness, Benevolence and Concerns Committee 1997-2005 FSUMC
- West Haven Land Trust Vice President 200-2007
- CT Audubon Society
- West Haven Inland Wetlands Commissioner 2000-present
- BPOE #1537
- New Haven Assn of Realtors Professional Standards Association Member
- West Haven Beautification Committee Member since 1999
- Friends of the Earth Since 1998
- RainForest Action Newtork Since 1994
- Connecticut Humane Society
Personal Background
- Licensed Realtor Since 1996
- Marriage and Family Therapy Counselor/Family Preservationist (1994-1996)
- Operated Gourmet Food Business 1987 to 1996
- Mass Food Service for Outdoor Gatherings/Back Stage Hospitality
- Occasional Private Catering
- Camping at Outdoor Music Festivals (Roots, Folk, Cajun and Bluegrass
- ADO Dart Player since 1996
- Fishing (Salt/Deep water/Bass/Trout)
- Social Justice/Affordable Housing Action Project in New Haven
- Local Government/Civic Involvement (Iinland Wetlands Commissioner since 2000)
- BPOE since 2004
- West Haven Yacht Club since 2006
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Communities I Serve
I represent New Haven County from a regional perspective.
By using community specific market data such as
Current Real Estate for sale in specific categories and values
Past Real Estate Sales
Current Real Estate Market Trends and Absorbtion Rates
School Performance Test Scores ratings/Pupil/Teacher Ratios/Per Student Expenditures
Population changes, Economic Development News, Regional Employment Trends, Local news
I can help you decide which part of this dynamic area best suits your needs.
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- North Haven
- New Haven
- Hamden
- West Haven
- Orange
- Milford
- Northford
- North Branford
- Branford
- Guilford
- East haven
- Bethany
- Woodbridge
- East Haven
- Cheshire
- Derby
- Shelton
- Ansonia
- Statewide Buyer Representation for Preferred Clients
- Statewide REO Asset Management as needed by past clients
- Statewide Property Listing Services with local Buyer Agent support
Financing
- Coldwell Banker Mortgage Services can make your financing a one stop experience.
- I work with William Considine, Vice President of NEMoves Mortgage, here in North Haven,
- Bill has successfully underwritten many of my clients loans.
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- Bill has the experience and understanding to take care of your loan while delivering competitive rates/loan costs.
- Call Bill at 203-239-2553x104 Cell Phone 203-668-8419
The Foundation of Your Success in Real Estate
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