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In a Hot Market, It Is Essential to Have a Local Real Estate Agent in Santa Cruz Who Is Proactive

With minimal housing inventory available, it is crucial to have a Real Estate Agent that will win in multiple-offer situations, find you off-market properties, and make you the strongest buyer possible. I am here to make home buying fun and to educate you along the way. Working with me gives you a competitive advantage that includes:

OFF MARKET PROPERTIES: I use innovative methods to find your dream property, and I specialize in finding houses that aren’t even for sale yet.

EXPERT NEGOTIATION: My wealth of knowledge about contracts coupled with me proven negotiation strategy will give you a competitive edge in multiple offer situations and ensure you have the best chance of getting an accepted offer.

EFFICIENT DUE DILIGENCE: Once you find your dream house, I will guide you through the due diligence process so that you can feel confident about what you are buying.

COMPETITIVE FINANCING: I understand home financing and my lending team is able to find creative solutions for each buying situation. From bridge loans to pre-underwriting, my lenders ensure our clients are the strongest buyers they can be so that they can get the home of their dreams.

BUY BEFORE YOU SELL: Trading up? I can even help you buy before you sell so you only have to move once.

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THE PROCESS

In addition to actively seeking off-market properties in your target area, we will set you up with a personalized MLS search that will automatically email you when homes meeting your criteria come up for sale. This includes COMING SOON properties you won't see anywhere else online.

If you need a loan, CLICK HERE to get preapproved with our sister company, Revest Loans.

Curious what down payment assistance programs you might qualify for? CLICK HERE to check your eligibility!

Properties sell fast in Santa Cruz, so let's get on it! Let us know as soon as you find a property of interest and we will schedule a showing ASAP. If you live out of town, we will gladly film a custom virtual tour for you!

Using advanced negotiation techniques, we will draft an offer that gives you the best chance of buying your dream home while also meeting your financial goals. After your offer is accepted we will guide you through the escrow process and assist with due diligence to make sure there are no surprises with your new home.

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BUY BEFORE YOU SELL

BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN YOUR CURRENT HOME AND YOUR NEXT HOME WITH A BRIDGE LOAN USING YOUR EXISTING EQUITY.

Simplify your next move
Take the uncertainty and stress out of the equation
Become a more competitive buyer
Submit stronger offers
Close escrow sooner
Move on your own schedule (and only move once!)
Get more on your sale

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Virtual Tours

OUT OF THE AREA? NO PROBLEM.

We know your time is valuable. If you live outside of Santa Cruz , it can take several hours just to drive here to view a couple homes for sale. We realize you're busy and we are here to help take the time out of your search. Just send us the address of a listing you are interested in, and we will visit the property and make a short property video for you.

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New to Town?

MY TEAM WILL HELP MAKE YOUR RELOCATION PROCESS SEAMLESS, SO YOU CAN LIVE THE LIKE A LOCAL IN NO TIME!

When you buy a home in Santa Cruz County with Ace, my team becomes your concierge relocation experts. We will show you where to get the best breakfast burrito, catch some live music on a Wednesday night, and will help you find the neighborhood with the quickest commute time. We are your guides to moving to Santa Cruz County.

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