Carol VanAusdal, Search Santa Cruz Homes for Sale, Capitola & Aptos

About Santa Cruz and Me:

Santa Cruz Coastal Properties - A very special place

Looking for "your home away from home" in the Santa Cruz area-including Capitola and Rio Del Mar?

Hello and welcome...I'm Carol VanAusdal, your real estate resource for all the latest happenings in one of the most beautiful areas and desirable real estate markets anywhere. And what a time to buy! We are experiencing one of the best buyer markets in the past 15 years. Inventories are high and prices have declined over 20%. We are servicing more clients today in this market because they realize what an opportunity it is to be able to get ahold of coastal property within an hour of San Francisco.

It is more important than ever to have someone who knows everything about the real estate market and this very special area. If you're a first time buyer, a savvy investment buyer, or someone looking for that "home away from home", let me help you. If you need a question answered, or want current market stats, are curious about the diverse neighborhoods, or just looking for a great restaurant, look no further.

Real Estate in Santa Cruz County is the most comprehensive real estate resource you will find on our area. Here's just some of what you will find:

• View all MLS listings live
• Get help on buying/selling
• Research info on mortgages or get rates
• Sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter
• Visit my Santa Cruz Blog

Here you can also find another great real estate agent if you are in need of a referral out of our area. and if you are an agent looking for a change, check out why I chose Keller Williams.

Everything you need with just a click of the mouse! I hope you enjoy it...and I hope to hear from you.

Training, Certifications and Promise

I am a firm believer of how important training is in keeping on top of the ever changing industry. I have earned thse designations: Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), Certified Pre-Foreclosure Specialist (PSC), Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) and e-PRO designations which show my dedication to learning. I am completely devoted to making sure that you and your family have the absolute greatest real estate experience possible - and hundreds of satisfied customers agree.

Testimonials:

The day we dropped into your office was a win-win for us. You helped with all the negotiating (which was alot), answered all our questions and became a friend. You went out of your way with kindness and we appreciate all you've done and are still doing. We love our new home away from home! Thanks so much. Cathy & Henry Down

We really enjoyed working with you! Throughout the process, you became more of a friend than a real estate agent, and we really appreciate your advise and guidance along the way. You did an excellent job, and we will definitely refer you to our family and friends in Santa Cruz (most of whom you have already met - at least on the family side). Please also feel free to give people our name and number to potential clients. We look forward to inviting you to the house for our first barbeque. Dolph & Josie Hellman

and many more...