Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi

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Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi,  in State College
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About Me
I have been a life-long resident of Pennsylvania, born and raised in the Greater Philadelphia region. I grew up in Upper Darby, minutes from Center City. My acceptance to Penn State University is what brought me to State College. Before I visited Penn State, my concern was that the majority of my entertainment would be provided through livestock, in particular, the tipping of the cow variety. Thankfully, this assumption proved to be wrong. I am grateful for my own sake and the sake of innocent bovine. I really enjoy what this area has to offer – beautiful landscapes and many trails for hiking, biking, and running. In addition to the nature scene, I really enjoy the Downtown District which has many unique restaurants and boutiques. The neighboring towns such as Boalsburg, Lemont and Bellefonte all have great history and something unique to offer! Some of my favorite places to eat are Spat’s Café, Duffy’s Tavern, India Pavilion, and Meyer Dairy.

Shortly after obtaining my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics, I became very interested in the business field. I always knew Real Estate to be a great investment and decided I wanted to learn more about the trade. So I took classes at Polley Associates and within four months I earned my Real Estate License. I joined Shirley Hsi at RE/MAX Centre Realty in June 2006 and am currently working under her direction as a Buyer’s Agent.

In less than one year in business, I have sold over $1.5 million worth of Real Estate in Centre County. I really enjoy working in this business and I look forward to working with you – whether you are buying or selling! If you or anyone you know is looking to buy or sell a house, I would be more than happy to help them along the way. Please feel free to contact me for any of your real estate needs!

Sincerely,

Nina Chen, REALTOR, ABR, e-PRO
Buyer Agent to Shirley Hsi
RE/MAX Centre Realty
1375 Martin Street
State College, PA 16803
Office 814-231-8200 ext 372
Cell: 814-441-0755
Email: nchen@remax.net
Web: www.ninachen.net
Testimonials
"Hi Nina, I want to thank you for getting a buyer for my house so quick. I really appreciated all of your time and hard work you put into this. My house was only on the market for a month and you had a buyer for it. I am so happy. You know how scared I was, you kept telling me to put my trust in you, and I did. I really feel a lot better now.Every time I had a question you always got back to me. You were even here until 9:00PM one night. I also liked the way you explained everything to me "in my language" Ha Ha. When you brought the lady [Jessica Dolan - Room to Breathe] in to rearrange my furniture, [it] really helped sell my home. And also when I was interested in looking at other houses you were right there to get information on them and in no time we were on our way to look at them. I thank you again for all your hard work and effort. I really am going to recommend you to anybody that needs some help. You are a dedicated employee."
Gloria P. Wed Apr 9
"Hi, Nina! Thank you so much for selling our condo! You are amazing. Our friends recommended you to us because of the fantastic job you did selling their condo, and I have recommended you to two other friends who you have since helped find and buy homes. Your professionalism and organization from the first time we met was impressive. You came into our home, looked around, showed us comparable listings and helped us know what to ask for the place. You really know what you are doing! The pictures of the condo on the internet and your advertising are two major factors that sold the place so quickly. I have seen similar properties near ours for sale by owner that have been on the market for a very long time without many people coming to see them. Our condo sold at the asking price in 4.5 days on the market! You really made us feel like we were your number one priority the whole way through the process. You were in constant contact every step of the way, and when I got stressed out you calmed me down! I had faith in your ability. I knew we were in good hands. That made it all easier. Thank you for all of your hard work and support. We really appreciate it, and we will recommend you to anyone who needs help finding or selling a home. Sincerely,"
Andy & Katy R. Wed Apr 9
"It was a Sunday afternoon when I first met Nina Chen. She was having an Open House in my neighborhood and I happened to walk in. I was not really serious about buying, but I did like to go to any Open House I happened to come across. I guess my biggest problem was that I just really did not know how to begin, nor did I have the confidence to take the first step. I guess, all I needed was a little encouragement, and Nina knew exactly what to do. We first made an appointment to meet at her office for that Wednesday so that I could talk to someone about how much of a mortgage I could realistically afford. Following that, Nina and I then scheduled time for that Sunday to look at different properties. She was aware of the fact that I was more looking than anything else, but she was still willing to take the time and effort to show me around. She had e-mailed me some of the places that were in my price range so that I could get a feel for what we would be looking at. Since this was my first time looking at properties with a real estate agent, I had plenty of questions ranging from the different types of houses themselves to some of the things I needed to be aware of as a potential buyer. Nina was able to answer each and every question without hesitation. We looked at townhomes, fixer-uppers, ranches, split-levels, all around the State College Area. I did not realize that this was going to take all of the morning and a good part of the afternoon; we were out for close to six hours. Nevertheless, the most important question I had was, “Could we see that house in Boalsburg again?” She looked at me directly and asked, “Are you sure?” I mean, we were already on our way back to her office, and I am sure both of us were more than just a little tired. She made her phone call, and we were able to go directly there. Less than a week later, and a lot of discussions in between, Nina made my first offer; the next day and a couple more counter offers, it was accepted. I was in a state of shock. Exactly six weeks from our first meeting in her office, I was a homeowner, and I can say without a shadow of a doubt that it was due to the diligence, expertise, and guidance of my real estate agent. In addition, she was even responsible for finding the people who eventually took over my lease. I would like to add that Nina has continued to be available to answer my questions. In fact, she keeps me up to date with information that concerns my area. I could not have been luckier when I walked into that Open Hose on that Sunday afternoon and met Nina Chen. Nina, thank you for everything! All the best,"
Ross F. Wed Apr 9
"I recently bought a house with the help of Nina Chen. Since it was my first house, I was unsure of many things, and Nina made the process seem so easy. She was very informative and knowledgeable. She kept me up-to-date with everything coming and going on the market. She accommodated her schedule to help me and was willing to meet in the evenings or week-ends. She gave me her office number, cell phone number, and her e-mail, so she was always in reach. After making a decision, Nina helped me with all the negotiations and kept in contact with the seller’s agent and myself. She had a list of home inspectors, radon testing contractors, and pest control companies, along with many others. She made it seem like a fairly simple step-by-step process of buying a house. Overall working with Nina was great. She was willing to help in anyway she could and if she didn’t know the answer to one of my questions, she would find it. I felt that she went above and beyond for me. If you are looking for a house, I highly recommend working with Nina Chen."
Craig R. Wed Apr 9
"Dear Nina, I said it several times while meeting with you but I will say it again that you made the process of buying a house TOO easy for me! I really had no idea what to expect as a potential first-time home buyer. Everything worked great. I especially appreciated you communicating all of the details to me by email, phone, or in person every step of the process. Thanks again!"
Bill S. Wed Apr 9
"When we first met Nina, we had only just started to think about buying a house. She listened to our list of priorities and quickly figured out exactly what we were looking for in a home. We looked at a number of places, and when we needed a contractor estimate, Nina recommended one who ended up remodeling the bathroom in our new house. Having a realtor who knows the area, takes the time to get to know her customers, and has numerous resources available was priceless. Additionally, selling our condo with Nina was a breeze. She was always organized, straightforward, and attentive. Sometimes we thought she didn’t sleep at all, since whenever we sent an email, she would respond in minutes! Nina goes above and beyond the expectations—she is always available, supportive, and informed. We have already recommended Nina to some friends who are putting a house on the market, and she found them a buyer in less than a week. We will continue to recommend Nina whenever someone we know is looking for a realtor. Thanks for all your help,"
Kate & Scott P. Wed Apr 9
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Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi answered:
I've read through the standard PAR sales agreement and have not come across anything that states that the buyer has any right to compensation, other than the earnest deposit back. However, it is best to consult an attorney to find out your rights. I've had a buyer request for compensation in the contract that if the seller were to cancel the agreement, the seller would pay the buyer x amount (equal to earnest deposit). However, it is rare for a seller to do this. If you were to hire an attorney, it may cost you more than what you are actually going to be compensated in the items above. If you don't want to go through an attorney, perhaps you can speak with the agents who handled the case (if there were any) and see if you & seller can come to a mutual agreement or if there are other options that may be available. - Mon Apr 14 2008, 19:21

how do i sell a property without a deed?

Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi answered:
Yes, as Henry said a copy will be available for you at your local courthouse. If you hire an attorney to prepare a deed for the future owner, the attorney may be able to obtain a copy for you as well. In order to sell your property - a new deed reflecting the new owner's name (signed by seller) needs to be furnished to the buyer at closing. - Mon Apr 14 2008, 19:08
Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi answered:
Hi David,

If you are referring to the State College Area market, the $350,000+ market saw a noticeable drop off in activity for the majority of 2007. Currently, in the $600,000 in State College, there are 39 active listings, 5 Pending and 6 Closed Listings (Year to Date).

Percentage of Close to List Price**:
2007 State College All Properties: 97.5%
2007 $600,000+: 95.7%
2008 $600,000+ Year to Date: 95.1%

I would be happy to provide you with additional statistics and answer any specific questions that you may have on the State College Market. Feel free to email me: nchen@remax.net

**Statistics Provided from CCAR Data, Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed - Sun Apr 13 2008, 14:35
Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi answered:
A house that is in foreclosure doesn't necessarily mean it is bank-owned (yet). The difference between a regular house on the market and a foreclosure is that the foreclosure is one in which the seller has defaulted or stopped making mortgage payments. After a few missed payments, the bank will enter into a process called foreclosure in which they will take ownership of the property because the borrower did not make the payments as agreed upon. The foreclosure process can take months and depending upon which stage of foreclosure the property is in, name on the deed may still be the owner or the bank. Most of the advertised homes that are for sale called "foreclosed" have already been deed back to the bank, therefore are bank owned. Typically, foreclosed homes are cheaper because there may be repairs that need to be done, etc. If it is your first time buying a house and you are considering buying a foreclosure, it is best to receive advice from a local REALTOR who works frequently with foreclosures because there are many things to be aware of when purchasing. - Sun Mar 23 2008, 18:01
Nina Chen, Buyer Agent To Shirley Hsi answered:
For the standard agreement of sale, there is a clause that states when seller's written response should be. However, when there are multiple bids on the table, it may cause a delay because the seller may wait until they have received all offers before they respond. The listing agent should inform all parties when to expect a response. In most cases, it shouldn't take more than a day. - Mon Mar 10 2008, 16:22
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The Real Estate Apprentice Foundation, Aliso Viejo, CA March 2007
Season V Top 10 Finalist
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