Jane Becker CRS,ASP,ABR,CBR,CDPE,LMC,E-PRO,GRI

My Bio:

Background
Born in Ukraine, Russia

Education
Smith College Graduate
Double Major: Psychology
Studio Art
Dean's list: 3.42 GPA

Real Estate Experience
Dedicated to Home Buyers and Sellers since 1996
Massachusetts Certified Buyer Agent (MCBA)
Graduate, Realtor Institute (GRI)
Certified Buyer Representative (CBR)
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)
Council of Residential Specialists (CRS)
National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR)

Certified Distressed Property Specialist(CDPE)

Accredited Staging Professional (ASP)

Loss Mittigation Specialist (LMC)
Awarded Rookie of the Year first year in Real Estate - By Greater Worcester Board of Realtors
Massachusetts Association of Buyer Agents
(MABA) Serving on the Board of Directors as:
Vice President of Education (2002-2005)
Vice President of Membership (2002-2004)
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS Board Member
(2008) Membership Vice Chair (NAEBA) National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (2003-2005)
1997 National Convention - Guest Speaker, For The National Association of REALTORS / REBAC
E-Pro Certified
Certified Arbitrator
Certified Mediator
At Home With Diversity Certified

Continuing Education Courses include advanced negotiation, new construction, mortgage financing, property valuation, electronic commerce, etc. Licensed Real Estate Educator

Bilingual (English and Russian)
Buying or selling a home is the single most important financial decision of a lifetime - if you're not confident about buying or selling a home on your own, consider having your own personal Real Estate advisor...

Other Interests
EMT certified
Interior Decorating
Oil Painting and Sculpting
Photography, Underwater photography
Scuba Diving
Acting

Areas of Expertise

We will work diligently for Buyers and promise to:

• Keep buyer's financial capabilities / thoughts confidential unless authorized to disclose.
• Create a team of professionals on buyer's behalf to facilitate the buying process and coordinate between members of that team to ensure a smooth transaction.
• Assist in obtaining financing
• Review and explain forms and agreements
• Provide access to the MLS and non MLS listed properties via email or fax and arrange showings for identified properties.
• Accompany Buyers to all showings and critique homes even advise buyers not to buy homes that are not suitable for them.
• Prepare Comparative Market Analyses and analyze data to establish the worth of the property.
• Research property and Sellers.
• Research the Builder in New Construction.
• Review Specifications and Allowances in New Construction.
• Write the Offer with the buyer' best interest in mind.
• Negotiate on behalf of the buyers for best price and terms.
• Coordinate documents between all parties
• Accompany buyers to the home inspection and advise and re-negotiate based on the outcome.
• Review the Purchase and Sale document.
• Set up the final walk through and address issues that may arise.
• Accompany and represent the buyer at closing.
• Coordinate the transfer of Keys to the buyer.
• Promote and protect interest of the buyer at all times

We will work diligently for Sellers and promise to:

• Keep seller's financial information/ thoughts confidential unless authorized to disclose.
• Create a team of professionals on seller's behalf to facilitate the selling process and coordinate between members of that team to ensure a smooth transaction.
• Create a marketing strategy to ensure a quick sale at the optimum price.
• Review and explain forms and agreements
• Arrange Open House and showings for the property.
• Contact buyers or their representatives for feed back on the showing.
• Prepare Comparative Market Analyses and analyze data to establish the worth of the property.
• Verified that the buyers are pre-approved
• Write the Offer with the sellers' best interest in mind.
• Negotiate on behalf of the sellers for best price and terms.
• Coordinate documents between all parties
• Attend all home inspections and advise the seller based on the outcome.
• Review the Purchase and Sale document.
• Set up the final walk through and address issues that may arise.
• Accompany and represent the seller at closing.
• Coordinate the transfer of Keys to the buyer.
• Promote and protect interest of the seller at all times

We will NOT work for both the Buyer and the Seller in the same transaction because we believe that it is a conflict of interest!

Mission Statement

The process of home buying and selling can involve a confusing array of specialists, including mortgage bankers, attorneys, home inspectors and home appraisers.

Ideally, you would want your own advocate, someone who has seen thousands of homes, and who has worked with hundreds of families to get them the best home at the best price.

It is our goal to provide dedicated service to our clients. We will work with only the buyer or seller in any one transaction and never represent both parties. This we feel, is a conflict of interest and helps no one. When you hire Home Team AdvantEdge to represent you, you hire a professional who is dedicated to your best interest in all aspects of real estate transaction.

- Jane Becker, President

Testimonials

Kathy and Lance Nazer
Kathy and I were very frustrated with the home buying process from 1998 to 2000. We always felt the pressure to buy even though the the house was not what we really wanted. We did a lot of research to find out how to buy a house without the pressure and the feeling of being taken advantage of.

We found out information about buyer brokers, and decided to take a look into how they could help us find the home we wanted. That was when we met Jane Becker (winter of 2001). Jane insisted on meeting us to figure out what type of home we wanted, where we wanted to live and what we could afford. Kathy and I learned a great deal about the buying process and how we now were part of a team that would work solely on making our house hunting and buying as easy as possible. We found our first home with ease and with Jane's experience we were able to use our strong purchasing position to negotiate and save us thousands of dollars, even though the sellers had another offer on the table for their asking price. Times change for everyone and two years later My wife and I need to move closer to our jobs because we are starting to build a family.We never thought of speaking with anyone but Jane Becker when we wanted to start looking again. We found the home of our dreams and within six weeks of seeing the house, we sold our old home and moved into the house we have only dreamed about. The most stressful part of the buying and selling process was moving out of our old house and into the new. The team that we put together this time stepped up to the plate and delivered a home run. Before people ask. I tell them that if they want to buy a home they are crazy to not use an exclusive buyer broker, and even crazier if it is not Jane Becker.
--Charlton Victor and Tara Ruiz
When we bought our home Six years ago with Jane, we were thrilled with her service. This year we wanted to go through the process again and the first person we called was our buyer agent, Jane Becker. To say that she did a fantastic job again would be a serious understatement. Not only did we get the house at an incredible buy, but we also closed in less than a month.
But the high light of our experience was that she was hugely instrumental in us selling our house which is not even a service that she offers.

We felt that Jane treated us like family or a very dear friend, she truly cared about what happens to us and made sure that our interests were protected! --Wilbraham

Scott and Dawn Marie Solod

"We were so pleased with Jane's services the first time, that when we decided to purchase a larger home for our growing family, there was no question in our mind that Jane is the right person for the job. Once again, she surpassed our expectations and the process of buying our home went smoothly and effortlessly."

--Millbury, MA

Lisa Cummings and Matthew Blanchard

"Using Jane Becker as our buyer agent proved to be quite beneficial when we ran into some difficulty negotiating with the seller. Since Jane's interest was solely with my fiance Matt and I, the buyers, there was no conflict. Jane was able to do all she could to get us a fair negotiation without compromising her interest with a seller. Particularly important was when, due to scheduling conflicts, our lawyer was unable to represent us less than a week before closing.

Jane worked hard and set us up with a new lawyer - who had no problems continuing with our closing date. I would recommend Jane, and a buyer agency, to anyone looking for a new home to protect their interests."
--Worcester, MA

Sarah Brettschneider and Ed Wong
"Jane was extremely responsive to our requests for information, and was very effective in scheduling timely showings. This is so important in a hot market. We were also very pleased with her ability to negotiate on our behalf. We found a property we love, faster and at a better value with her help. We definitely recommend her." -- Westborough, MA Rich Powers
"There's a lot of difficult decisions when purchasing your house. Get an experienced professional on your team. I am glad I called Jane Becker. She helped us through the process, making difficult decisions easy, by laying out all the options in front of us to make them easier for us to evaluate and make the right choices."
-- Rutland, MA

Teresa & Paul McIntyre

"We had five days in the dead of winter to find a home. Jane did not waste our time on homes and areas that did not serve our needs and requirements.

She shared her knowledge regarding the home's condition, surrounding area, and even it's negative features so that we could make an informed decision. She was professional, efficient, and a pleasure to work with. We were very pleased with the service and attention we received."
-- Holden, MA

Romolo and Amy Gasparo
As first time home buyers we were unsure of what to do. Our broker was amazingly organized and efficient. We had only three days to find a home and her knowledge, experience and dedication made the entire process, from searching to closing, easy. Her honesty and integrity was invaluable in the decision making process.
-- Rutland, MA Matthew and Claire Naughton

"It was a long process in finding our house, but Jane made it easier for us especially, in explaining the entire thing (from start to finish). As first time buyers, it gave us peace of mind."
--Whitinsville, MA

Mark and Nancy O'Clair
We were feeling pressured when we both found jobs in the Worcester area and needed to purchase a home as soon as possible. Jane helped our house search go smoothly and we were able to buy our home in Rutland and be moved in a month and a half later! Thank you Jane!
--Rutland, MA

Francisca and Frederick May

Jane made a first time Home Buying adventure feel like a walk in a park on a warm summer day for us. She stood and protected our interest right from the unset. Thanks, Jane for your exceptional work and dedication. You're a true professional.
--Worcester, MA

Anonymous

Home Team AdvantEdge provided excellent services during our home

buying experience. They referred Professionals who were very

knowledgeable and of the highest quality.

--Southbridge, MA

Brooke Belcher
Jane was a great advocate for me in the home buying process. She worked hard to ensure all went well. Jane, thanks so much for all your help. I'm loving my new place!

--Worcester

Debbie and David Evans
From start to finish, we felt we were in good hands. Jane explained everything every step of the way. She attended every appointment and was very informative. She knows what she is doing and gets it done. She made buying a house as easy as it could be. I would use her again should the opportunity arise and wholeheartedly recommend her. Jane always kept our interests first, even at the expense of her own. Fantastic! We found jane to be extremely diligent, honest and forthright. I am very glad that we retained her services.

Kristen and William Geleckas
Over the past 7 years, Jane has represented me during the purchase of two homes and the sale of another. Jane's professional demeanor, knowledge, and experience have been invaluable and she was always fucused on protecting my interest. Afer having dealt with several other real estate agents during these transaactions, I realize and appreciate the great choice I made by choosing Jane as my agent.