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JoAnn Barrett, Real Estate Professional in Ann Arbor, MI

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JoAnn Barrett

"Experience The Positive Difference with JoAnn Barrett"

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Agent at Edward Surovell Realtors

Locations:

Ann Arbor, Saline, Dexter, Pittsfield, Ann Arbor, Superior Township, Milan

Web sites:

Visit me at www.JoAnnBarrett.com

Profile Link:

http://www.trulia.com/profile/id/623562

Overview

Listings (11)

Q&A (22)

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JoAnn's Relocation Survival Guide for Moving to Ann Arbor
When it comes to making a move in the Ann Arbor area, it just makes sense to turn to a real ... show more

Certifications
& Awards:

MBA Northwestern Kellogg School of Mangement

About:

As someone who spent many childhood summers at the New Jersey shore, JoAnn Barrett loves the ocean, and she tries to visit at least once a year. One day As someone who spent many childhood summers at the New Jersey shore, JoAnn Barrett loves the ocean, and she tries to visit at least once a year. One day she was near a father and son. The father was criticizing his son’s Boogie-boarding technique. Herself a grandmother, JoAnn watched as the boy, deflated by his father’s words, slowly waded out to take another wave. He rode the next one with much more skill, but when he came ashore, he still looked defeated. JoAnn was the first to praise him for a job well-done. The boy grinned and stood tall once more. Her simple words of encouragement had made a difference.

A Lively Approach
That story says a lot about JoAnn’s unwavering spirit. A former buyer for Bloomingdale’s, she cuts quite an elegant figure when she’s conducting business in her classically tailored clothing. But this experienced businesswoman is just as comfortable Boogie-boarding with ten-year-olds as she is negotiating a contract with a CEO. Even more significant, they’re both comfortable with her. In fact, it’s hard not to feel at ease with JoAnn. Her lively and enthusiastic approach to life is downright contagious, and that’s the secret to her success.

A Personal Heritage
JoAnn comes from a long line of strong, positive people. Her grandmother was widowed with two children at a time when women didn’t pursue careers, yet she became a psychologist who helped many young people turn their lives around. “She’s one of my biggest influences,” JoAnn explains. Her father’s work took the family to many locations around the U.S., so JoAnn and her siblings attended several different schools. But they were raised by their parents to see change as an opportunity to be welcomed rather than feared. As well as to believe they could achieve anything they wanted, and to never give up. JoAnn excelled in school and went on to earn an MBA. She later traveled the world for Bloomingdale’s, negotiating with manufacturers in a broad range of countries and cultures.

Birth of an Entrepreneur
JoAnn married, became a mother and moved to Ann Arbor, where she noticed a lack of high quality toy stores like those she’d seen in New York. So she opened White Rabbit Toys. Within eight years, her business had expanded to four locations and a warehouse, and JoAnn was named one of the most influential women in Washtenaw County by the Ann Arbor Business Review. JoAnn was always actively involved in her stores’ operations. It wasn’t unusual to see her kneeling down to chat with a two-year-old one minute and bringing in boxes from the stockroom the next. In the process, she won the loyalty of employees and customers alike and became a prominent figure in the retail toy industry. “I loved the business,” she says today, “and I loved the people—the customers, my employees, and of course the children!”

A Legacy Continued
The same upbeat energy and enthusiasm that led to JoAnn’s entrepreneurial success is just as central to her career in real estate. She’s won a growing following in the Ann Arbor area for her solid academic foundation, outstanding business background, and exceptional market insight. “Real estate is like any business,” JoAnn says. “You have to understand your market and your price point, and know how to promote your product.” To that end, JoAnn provides comprehensive service and support, including innovative avenues for effectively staging a home for her sellers and valuable advice on financing options for her buyers.

The Positive Difference
Always anticipating her clients’ needs, JoAnn is constantly looking for creative ways to make the real estate process as smooth as possible for them. But it’s her positive approach that truly makes a difference. For JoAnn, real estate is a great opportunity and a great adventure. It’s a chance to explore and discover numerous possibilities for your valuable investment. If you’re considering the sale or purchase of a home in the Ann Arbor area, experience The Positive Difference with JoAnn Barrett. Call her for a complimentary consultation. ... show more

Testimonials:

"Maria and I loved working with you because we felt safe with you. Meaning that we knew that you had our best interest at heart. You were not as concerned ... show more

Listings (11) »

11 results

799 Watersedge Dr
$129,900

3 br 2 ba 1,515 sqft

Condo
669 Watersedge Dr
$115,000

2 br 1 ½ ba 1,280 sqft

Condo
755 Watersedge Dr
$139,900

3 br 2 ba 1,515 sqft

Condo

Recent Q&A »

Can New Home Buyer use the $8,000 Tax Credit as a Downpayment on the house they are interested in?

Asked Wed Dec 16 2009, 05:38 by Natasha - Home Buying in Ann Arbor - 10 answers

JoAnn Barrett answered:

While the tax credit may not be applied to the downpayment, there are financing programs which allow you to write an offer with a % back to cover closing costs, tax prorations, and pre-paids. If you need a referral for some good lenders, please fee free to email me directly or call me. I'll put you in contact with people who will take the time to discuss your options with you. - Wed Dec 16 2009, 07:24

Recent Blogs »

"The Agony of Appraisals"

New comment posted Thu Oct 15 2009, 11:36 by Theresa Taylor
1 Comment

"$8,000 Tax Credit Extended to April 30, 2010! NOW Is the Time to Make Your Move."

New comment posted Wed Nov 18 2009, 11:38 by Theresa Taylor
3 Comments

"Homeowners: Do Market Opportunities and a New $6,500 Tax Credit Make it a Good Time To Sell?"

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