I've been a full-time Realtor since 1995 with an in-depth knowledge of the neighborhoods and schools in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Redwood City, San Carlos, Foster City and other surrounding cities. More than 80% of my business is from referrals and satisfied past clients.
I'm skilled in win-win negotiation and am motivated to bring each transaction to an equitable close.
"Over the years, nine real estate agents on two coasts have represented me in real estate transactions. Marge Draper is the finest! No high-pressure tactics from Marge! Instead, a low key, straightforward and honest approach with impeccable attention to detail. Marge's primary focus is on her clients and understading the nuances of what they are looking for. This, in combination with her outstanding knowledge of the market, makes her a winner. When I moved East to West I found Marge. When I moved from West to East I wanted to take her with me as I again faced searching for real estate."
Meridith Tue Oct 1, 2002
"Dear Marge, We just wanted to thank you for all your help with our new purchase. Your knowledge & expertise certainly shone through, and we appreciate your hard work & patience in showing us around and helping us to make the right decision....."
Roberta, Norman, Leslie and Wendy Wed Jul 25, 2001
"Dearest Marge,
I want to thank you for your wonderful, most detailed, uplifting attitude during this sale (Palo Alto). You always understood how hard it was on me and helped me through. I thank you for that with the bottom of my heart!! I enjoyed working with you."
Lisa Mon Sep 10, 2001
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Marge Draper, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties answered:
There are no pat answers to your question. Usually there are several reasons that a home may not sell. Sometimes good schools and everything else you mentioned just aren't enough. The answer is in the current market analysis (CMA) an agent does for the seller. That analysis should inform the seller of the price that comparable homes have sold for recently. "Recent" used to be roughly six months past. Now "recent" is more like three months.
Wall St. has had an impact on our market. Any buyers that had their downpayment in stock may not have it anymore or may have much less. Until this past week getting a loan was very difficult.
The median price for a Palo Alto home is about $1,850,000 so this home is below the median. You can see the median prices for homes in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City on my web site. When you check the Hot Market Data, you'll find that Palo Alto has the highest median home price. - Thu Oct 30 2008, 20:21
Marge Draper, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties answered:
Tenant's rights are very complex. The tenant trying to do an "eviction" of another tenant may just have a sub lease arrangement with the first tenant. That wouldn't actually be an eviction. My suggestion is to get the book "Tenant Law" by Nolo Press. That has all of the tenant law for the state of California. - Wed Oct 8 2008, 10:44
Marge Draper, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties answered:
I think this question highlights how important it is for the buyer and their real estate agent to do their due diligence. Here is a link to the FHA web site that should answer your question. I think you should be able to get your money back. I'd suggest checking with your Realtor or go to that broker's manager. - Tue Oct 7 2008, 17:03
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