Connie is a young single woman in our area who went to high school with one of my daughters. She graduated from college and has been working and saving money for 15 years toward buying her first home.
This is Connie’s testimonial and I show it because it makes me feel good that I was able to assist her in realizing her dream but also to illustrate that whether you think you can or not, you are right.
“Thank you TERRYLYNN! Because of you I am getting the nice, fixed up duet home with garage rather than the fixer or a condo!!! You encouraged me to go for what I wanted, your negotiation skills, hard work and patience were invaluable during this process. And my Welcome Home website was just wonderful for all my friends and family to see my new home.”
Buyers - the message is that it has not been easier in years, yes many years, to buy a home. The interest rates and prices here in Contra Costa County, California are at 1970’s prices~!!! This means with 2008 income you can buy 1970 prices and the interest rates are better than they were then as well. Your payments are lower because the prices are lower and the interest rates are lower which gives you another reduction in payment.
Every $100,000 in mortgage is $649 at a 6 ¾ interest rate before taxes and insurance.
Recently a buyer wanted to buy a home $250,000 or less. That was a condo only two years ago. Today there are 53 properties to choose from!!! At the risk of sounding cliché’ These prices will not last, this combination of circumstances will not last, if you can buy for about what you pay in rent, why wouldn’t you? Real estate continues to be a great investment for your retirement hedge, and wealth building.
To find out more about our market here in contra Costa County, California, give me a call. Terrylynn-n-Team, 31 years experience in local real estate. Enough experience to serve you well, anticipate the pitfalls, and years of negotiation experience to get you the best “deal” possible.
That's great, Terrylynn! How rewarding for you to make her dream come true! Good example of shooting for the stars and attaining them! Her smile says it all!
Terrylynn, doesn't a client like that just make everything worth it!
Terrylynn, What a lovely picture and testimonial. It is wonderful when clients do appreciate how hard you work and how much you do for them!
Terrylynn ~ You must feel really good when you know that you've helped someone as you helped this young woman. She wrote you a lovely note.
Doesn't surprise me one bit that she was so pleased with your services. You are a very pleasant person and have a great knack at explaining things and expressing yourself
Awesome agents like yourself make clients for a lifetime. Because of YOUR encouragement, expertise and skill this young woman got something she loves!
Kudos Terrylynn - there are many things that set you apart from others in your area and I have no doubt of the value you bring to your clients!
Elaine - thanks, she made me smile too as much as reading your posts. She's a sweet young lady and I'm proud and happy to have been part of her move. It's especially rewarding since I've known her since she was about 11...
Donna, yup!!! It's that thanks and genuine trust that makes my work my pleasure. When things happen and it's a rough time or a client gets mad about something I just pull out my letters and read them. It puts it all in perspective.
I'd like to compliment you on the setup of your blog. It is excellent to say the least.
Carole you are always so kind. Thanks for that comment, it means alot.
Kathy, I do feel great about it, the trust and confidence and that we were able to exceed her expectations. Thanks for commenting.
Ronelle, awwww thanks,
Terrylynn,
You just said a mouthful! Now if we can get lenders to lighten up a tiny bit on their requirements for our self employed clients it would help a lot.
Terrylynn, What a great testimonial for your negotiation skills! Your clients remark, "Because of you I am getting the nice, fixed up duet home with garage rather than the fixer or a condo!!!
That's it in a nutshell, most buyers want a turn key property.
Well done and thanks for sharing!