Deborah Wood

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Deborah Wood

Deborah Wood began her real estate career in 1991. Her commitment to service, attention-to-detail and her personal approach made her a "natural" from the very beginning. By 1993, she earned her Broker's License in order to provide even better service to her clients. Since then, she has helped countless individuals, families, and investors achieve their Real Estate goals. She endeavors to place the needs of her clients first, making her unique in a "sales career".

Deborah received her B.S. in Business Administration in 1986 concentrating her course of study in Real Estate and Finance. Committed to her clients and the Real Estate industry, she is constantly expanding her knowledge of the field by taking many more classes than are required to maintain her license. Deborah completed her GRI designation in 2008.

As a member of RE/MAX, one of the largest and fastest growing real estate organizations, Deborah thrives in an environment with top-quality professionals. She enjoys access to the RE/MAX Relocation System, which provides an additional service to her clients.

Call Deborah if you desire to be treated with respect, fairness and honesty while getting the best possible price when buying or selling a property.
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Proven

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Certifications

1986 BS - Business Administration, Finance

1993 - Brokers License

2008 - GRI designation

Testimonials

Testimonials from my clients

To Whom it May Concern:

Deborah Wood successfully sold my condominium in a declining market for a good price

I interviewed a few potential agents before choosing Deborah - it turns out she was a great choice. I chose her because of her experience, her attention to me and what I wanted, her realistic appraisal of the current local market conditions, and her awareness of the emotional aspects of the sale. She really does work for the client, not for the bucks.

Her attention to detail, her always availability, her promptness in answering queries, her thoroughness in reviewing all the documentation that I needed to review and sign, were totally impressive. I had no idea there was so much paperwork involved in selling a house, and I only saw a small portion of it. My trust in Deborah's ability and attention to detail is complete.

Her willingness to negotiate, and to negotiate successfully, I appreciate. She was tenacious but reasonable about keeping the asking price firm - she did not give in to the lowering conditions until it was both necessary and wise to do so. This followed the plan we had initially laid out to see what the market would bear, to keep and eye on the comps, and adjust only when necessary. As it was, the condo sold for about 3.5% under initial asking.

Once I signed the listing agreement Deborah sprang into action, delivering a website specific to the property in a couple of days, setting up broker tour dates, and doing whatever else that happens in the background that the seller does not have to see.

As you can tell, Deborah did a great job for me. I thoroughly recommend her.

PS I also chose her because of the brokerage she works with. My sister-in-law, a mortgage broker (with no financial ties to this sale) recommended Deborah's brokerage, RE/MAX as being on the ball and aggressive for their clients.

Yours Truly,

Richard King
Santa Cruz - 2008

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Dear Deborah,

I cannot possibly thank you enough for all of the work you put into finding me the perfect home. My situation was a little bit difficult, given that I was looking from out of town (from the San Francisco area), and looking for a home that I first wanted to rent out and later move into. These criteria affected when and how we could view properties and which properties were suitable to fit all of my needs. These challenges never once deterred you! You always listened carefully when I talked about what I was looking for and then proceeded to remember every detail. One of the many things I loved about working with you was that you took it upon yourself to contact me when you came across properties that looked like a good fit for me. When working full-time and looking for properties from out of town, I really needed a proactive agent who would help maneuver me through the process and inform me about the area. You did both.

You were always on time for every meeting we had and always maintained an incredibly positive, upbeat mood - even when we were climbing through terrain in the dark with flashlights (that you provided!). You even laughed at my husband's quirky jokes!

The fact that we looked at properties for over a year did not deter you, nor did it seem to bother you at all. You were far more interested in helping me find the right property than you were worrying about your own time.

When we went into contract on a property, you were on the ball! You helped arrange all of the inspections and attended every inspection, including the inspections that I could not attend due to the distance. You kindly and thoroughly guided me through the entire process. And when I withdrew my offer during the inspection period, you never once showed any upset, given all of the time and work you had just put into the deal. You assured me that my comfort with the property was paramount, and we continued looking.

In the end, I felt I was not going to find the home I was looking for in the San Lorenzo Valley, so I discontinued my search. After all of the time you spent with me, you were nothing but warm, kind, and understanding with me when I informed you of my decision. You genuinely care about your clients, and you put their needs first.

Lastly, I also felt like you became my friend. I always enjoyed driving around with you to look at properties and chatting about real estate, the area, our families, and our lives.

Deborah, you provide thorough, personal service given with a warm smile. For anyone looking for a property in your area, I wholeheartedly recommend your services.

Thank you so very much for everything.

Warm regards,

Loren Shufton
San Lorenzo Valley - 2008

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I just completed the sale of my mother's home in Boulder Creek with Deborah Wood as my Realtor, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome and with the services Deborah provided. Deborah was referred to me by friends who had worked with her in the purchase of their first home. They told me Deborah is an outstanding Realtor, and they were absolutely right. When I first began meeting with Deborah last year, I hadn't decided if I wanted to sell my mother's home or re-rent it. Deborah provided detailed information about the real estate market for several months and even suggested that I might wait until the market improves before placing the house on the market. She was patient and professional giving me the space to make the decision that worked for our situation.

Once I decided to place the home on the market, Deborah kicked in to gear with her marketing. We spoke once a week about any showings and the real estate market. Our house was on the market during the "credit crunch" period so there were very few sales for months. Deborah worked very hard to give our house exposure and kept us informed of the Boulder Creek comps. Her web marketing ultimately brought a buyer from the San Jose area.

In general, I found Deborah to be very knowledgeable of the real estate market, very present, and respectful. She returned all of my calls promptly and was on time for every appointment. She was especially sensitive and respectful in speaking with my elderly mother about the terms of the buyer's offer, yet she was firm with the other agent when negotiating our best interests. She isn't at all like a car salesman, but she followed through on everything that she promised and then some. I would recommend her to any of my family or friends in a heartbeat.

Marie L.
Boulder Creek - 2008

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We are happy to have the opportunity to recommend Mrs. Deborah Wood as a realtor of the highest quality both in terms of her professional experience and ability, and her personal commitment to serving her clients with dedication & care.

Coming from the mid-west to California presented us with something of a shock and forced us to be extra cautions in our choice of a realtor who would understand our needs and give us her dedicated attention to finding a home that met our particular requirements. After interviewing several realtors, we felt that Deborah would serve us well and we were not disappointed.

Deborah Wood proved to be skillful, knowledgeable, personable and hard working,, listening carefully to our concerns and bringing us exhaustive information about available homes in the area. She never seem to tire of our efforts to look further when we were not quite sure, and she handled the complicated business of negotiations and closing agreements with the seller when we finally made our choice with an expertise that put our minds at ease.

We highly recommend Deborah Wood as an able and trustworthy realtor to anyone seeking to purchase a home in Santa Cruz County.

Respectfully,

Darrell & Sue Yeaney
Scotts Valley - 2007

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We are writing this as a recommendation of Deborah Wood so that you may be encouraged to experience her genuine warmth and astounding professionalism.

Robin and I had been looking for horse property in Santa Cruz County for over a year. We had interviewed 3 Realtors from well-known real estate companies and were not impressed until we met Deborah Wood. Being quite green in the real estate market, we needed a bit of "hand-holding". Not only did Deborah take the time to show us a wonderful home the day after Christmas, but she also provided current inspection, permit, and title reports when we expressed a sincere interest in the property. Additionally, she would email us upcoming deadlines (inspections) and crucial time constraints well before they took place, which enabled us to schedule our time appropriately

This transaction was unique in many ways. But the most profound element of the transaction was the fact that Deborah represented both seller and buyer. While this might be unheard of or discouraged, Deborah had the ability to treat both sides fairly which culminated into both parties being happy. She looked out for both sides while simultaneously attending to both parties separately as necessary. I also found her available for counsel often after normal business hours. She was in attendance and available at every moment of this transaction. If I ever buy or sell another property, or if I have friends that want to do the same, I would absolutely choose Deborah Wood to handle it all.

Robin Collins & Ingrid Gain
Bonny Doon - 2007

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I worked with Deborah Wood in the spring of 2007. I am a first time buyer, and when I entered the buying process I was quite naive, and a bit reluctant to begin looking for a home. First and foremost, Deborah understood my perspective, and respected my desire to move slowly in the first few months of looking. She told me early on that helping first time buyers is her favorite aspect of her job, and through her patience and care in dealing with a new buyer like myself it quickly became clear that dealing with the first time buyer is something she does quite well and takes pride in. I had many questions regarding all aspects of the process (money and tax related questions, timing of various deposits and signings, market related questions, details such as who is responsible for various appliances, etc), and Deborah was a great resource. If she did not have an answer immediately she would always do a bit of research and respond quickly. Deborah was also very good at helping me weigh the pros and cons of various properties. I entered the buying process with a small number of very specific requirements. We eventually compiled a list of homes that fit these requirements but were quite different. She helped identify benefits and problems with the various properties which I otherwise would not have recognized, and as a result I found a home which matched, and surpassed what I originally was looking for. I am very happy with my decision, and Deborah was an integral part of making it all happen. It is also important to note that Deborah is very comfortable with email, and she operates an online listing that she customized for my search, which was very helpful. She is very organized, and punctual.

Eamon Briggs
Santa Cruz - 2007

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Deborah, Thank you for all of your hard work. You waited for a few months instead of a few weeks before listing my home. The contract meeting was great. I had never had a real estate agent be so precise before. You listened to every word I said about issues and reports. When another realtor would bring up problems with my home, I thought you would make me correct the problems. Thank you for not pushing the issues.

Your energy is something else. Your motto should be "buckle up and hang on". The speed you got the web-site up, the mls listings posted and the countless other ads were great. Thanks for all of the Open Houses too.

Deborah, there are so many other items that you did, like always staying in contact with me and showing me the spread-sheets with the current and past sales. Deborah, I know I have left our countless things you did to sell my home. Please feel free to give my new phone number to anyone thinking about hiring you as their agent. (541-761-5828). If they don't hire you they are NUTS.

Ron Bruce
Bonny Doon - 2007

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Deborah Wood greatly assisted us in the purchase of our house in Ben Lomond. We feel she provided service that was well above what is expected from a real estate agent. She listened to our concerns and managed all the details that came up on the purchase of an older home. She recommended inspections and estimates that helped us truly decide if the property we were interested in was right for us. We feel she really had our best interest at heart and was not out for a quick sale.

With all the stress of moving to a new state and starting a new job, it was very reassuring that she was there to help with all the details. We have worked with many agents over the years and feel Deborah was by far the best to work with and very professional.

We have no hesitation in referring Deborah to any of our friends or relatives.

Brian and Harriett Lacey
Ben Lomond - 2006

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This is to recommend Deborah Wood as a real estate agent. She guided us with great patience as we researched and weighed the implications of remodeling our home vs selling as-is, and continually kept us up to date with a changing market. Once on the market, she was patient when we weren't willing to accept the first couple of offers. In the end, she sold our home for a price we were comfortable with in a short time and in a difficult market. During the sales process, she followed through on every detail with what turned out to be a difficult buyer's agent. She caught problems in the offer, counter offer and so on that we never would have caught and that not catching could have meant problems down the line. To make her job even more challenging on this sale, we were both in remote locations, one of us in San Francisco, the other in France. She seamlessly and efficiently kept us both up to date despite a 9-hour time difference on one end. Her mastery of electronic media was particularly important in our case. Personality, of course, is important, too, and we found Deborah to be upbeat and nice to deal with, assertive without being pushy, knowledgeable and informative without being overbearing. What's more, she understood, sympathized with, and dealt well with the emotional elements of our sale. We recommend her highly.

Barbara Berry & Lessley Berry
Aptos - 2006

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I recently purchased my first home in the Santa Cruz area with the help of Deborah Wood. After looking for a home for six months, I had met many different agents. I decided on working with Deborah because I found her to be an honest, hard-working professional who listens carefully to your needs. She never pressured me. She always returned my calls and emails. She was very knowledgeable about all facets of the home buying process. I appreciated her attention to detail especially during escrow.

In retrospect, Deborah helped make my first home buying experience a positive one. She answered all my questions every step of the way.

I am very pleased with the home that I purchased. I would not hesitate to recommend her. I look forward to working with Deborah again when I am ready to buy another home.

Loretta Valdez
Santa Cruz - 2006

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We have just completed the sale of our home in Santa Cruz with Deborah Wood as our listing agent and we couldn't be more pleased with her service. We originally hired Deborah because of her honesty and fairness. We soon learned that she put our needs first in many ways and really protected our interests as home-sellers.

Deborah was very good at communicating with us each step of the way. She contacted agents after they showed our home and shared their comments with us. She returned our phone calls promptly and generally followed through with what she said she would do. I appreciated being kept "in the loop".

Deborah was very knowledgeable about Real Estate Contracts and explained things well. We weren't in a hurry to sell, and I feel she got the best price for us in our current Real Estate Market. I can't think of any way she could have served us better. I would be happy to recommend Deborah Wood to our friends and neighbors who are selling or buying a home.

Jutta & Harry Mockoski
Santa Cruz - 2006

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Your advice and genuine attitude helped both of us realize that we need an expert to guide us when he reaches the time to invest in a home. "Thanks" is not a strong enough expression to show what you did for us. Most sincerely,

Jane Myers
Santa Cruz - 2008