Something Old, Something New...Opportunity and Favorite of the Week

Happy New Year!

While in pursuit of my goal to view new listings as they come on the market in Almaden, Cambrian and Willow Glen, I decided it would be appropriate to share what are, in my opinion, the "Opportunity" and "Favorite" properties of the week. 

1660 Campbell
 

The "Opportunity" is 1660 Campbell Avenue in San Jose.  This is a very wide street in an equally prestigious neighborhood.  This home sits among homes, most of which are well over 2 million, some 3.  At $1,699,000., it is a bargain (I know...not in my budget, either).  The buyer will do a major remodel and create a beautiful home fitting for the neighborhood.

My "Favorite" is 1523 Hicks.  I love new construction.  New, clean, umblemished.  This has lots of space, very quiet inside  Lots of natural light and an open floor plan.  Walk to Lincoln Avenue. 

As my intro mentioned, I am out in the field on a daily basis, looking at new listings as they come on the market ~ everything in Almaden, Cambrian and Willow Glen (well, I did skip 14551 Bercaw in Cambrian just before Christmas.  The listing indicated the home was in bad shape and 'smelled worse'.)

I talk to the listing agent, the owner, maybe even the neighbors to understand the property and seller motivation better.  I communicate this information to my best, most motivated buyers.  Information is power.  Power will give us the advantage over other, less prepared buyers and agents. 

Talking to agents also helps me build relationships.  If one of my buyers is really interested in a pending property, I will keep in contact with the listing agent in case it falls out of contract.  We may be able to make a compelling offer without dealing with the rest of the competition because the listing agent knows a qualified buyer is ready, willing and able.  Able to buy, able to save the seller some heartache.

I also find out about 'not yet on the market' properties through other agents...some sellers, for personal or professional reasons, may prefer to not put their property on the MLS which does lessen the aggravation of competition.

Knowing many of my colleagues also lets me campaign my upcoming listings in advance of the market date on the MLS.  Creates additional interest in the property, which drives viewings, offers and a successful sale...

If you are a serious, committed buyer who wants to enjoy the competitive advantages I have talked about, please let me know.  I would love to meet and talk to you, determine how we can best work together.  Maybe you will want to look at one of my "Opportunity" or "Favorite" properties.