I'm sure that a lot of you would agree on the importance of getting back to a customer, potential customer or business partner right away.
When I receive a call from a customer, I will return their call right away and I mean within 10 minutes unless there is something happening that it is just impossible for me to phone them back ... worse case scenario I get back to them within a few hours.
Oh, that pains me to even type it but I realize sometimes I just can't respond how I really ideally would like to. This even applies to my fellow Real Estate Associates. Even when an Agent leaves me a message for showing instructions when the Showing instructions are clearly marked on the MLS. So with this being my guiding way, it's no wonder that so many people often comment to me, "...thanks for calling me back so fast..."
Gosh, I thought we are in a people service business and doesn't that involve prompt communication? I'm amazed at the associates that I often leave a message for and their response time is very poor. Or better yet, those Agents who reach out to me for an offer on one of my listings and it takes several days for them to communicate with me for an offer; does the customer they're representing (Buyer) know that they are being represented in such a way? Is this why some succeed in Real Estate and others fail? I'd say it's a big part of ones success.
So the next time you receive a call, think twice before you delay the response particularly now in these tough economic times.
The more you know, the better prepared, the better the outcome.
I serve Coral Springs and the surrounding cities such as Coconut Creek, Parkland, Sunrise to Southwest Ranches in Broward and Dade and Palm Beach Counties of South Florida as your dedicated Realtor and CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert ready to work for you. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon. Please call me at 954-464-1100 or email me at: lynnp@ImagineYourHouse and it would be my pleasure to help you!
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Check the facts when it comes to Short Sales. A recent post by Wendy Rulnick, Seller ruins credit on False Short Sale Information, prompted this post by me as Wendy had described a horrible short sale story.
Whenever there is the misfortune of individuals, you'll have "helpers" running rampant and along with them are all the rumors. These "helpers" can come in the shape of individuals who think they're helping and really don't have any malicious intent and then there are "helpers" who see an individual weakened by an unfortunate circumstance and are going in for the jugular; the latter "helper" are the scum of the earth.
Check the facts. Don't believe everything you hear. Didn't we all learn that when we were growing up and later realized it to be true through our trials and errors? So why then do we forget this when we're experiencing stressful situations?
So to reiterate the importance of getting the right answers to your questions, check the facts with a Realtor who knows how to process a Short Sale. Many claim to be experts yet all are not. Ask your Realtor questions and search them out on the Internet to find information on their expertise. This is critical and can make or break the success of avoiding foreclosure.
The more you know, the better prepared, the better the outcome.
I serve Coral Springs and the surrounding cities such as Coconut Creek, Parkland, Sunrise to Southwest Ranches in Broward and Dade and Palm Beach Counties of South Florida as your dedicated Realtor and CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert ready to work for you. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon. Please call me at 954-464-1100 or email me at: lynnp@ImagineYourHouse and it would be my pleasure to help you!
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Loving life and Short Sales! Yes, you did hear me right.
Quite some time ago, I chose to focus on helping the distressed homeowner. I wanted my Real Estate career to really be about helping others as I've been so blessed in my life. At the time, people thought me to be crazy. They asked why would you want to devote so much of your time to such a tough task with no guarantees. And then when I said I would do the negotiations myself, people thought me to be even crazier! I really, truly had the passion for wanting to help others and I just knew I could do it with Short Sales. Much time has lapsed since my major decision was made and I have never regretted it for one second. And today, once again like so many times before, I've been reminded why I love Short Sales!
Last Friday, I closed on (3) Short Sales. It was a very emotional day for me. One Seller thanked me profusely over and over about how thankful she was for me and her eyes welled up with tears. The other two Sellers were out of town and I didn't get to experience face to face joy with them but their relief of now happily being homeless was just as satisfying to me. One family just days before had delivered their first child and now were so looking forward to their new life with one less worry. And my 3rd homeowner, told me that now because of me, they could move on with their lives and consider starting a family of their own and that I just can't imagine how grateful they are to me and they know that my persistence is what made it happen. Could you imagine the feeling of being told that something you did made a difference in someone's life?! I really can't even put it into words.
I tell you ..... there's nothing like it. I think I might be able to better understand the joy and complete satisfaction that a Doctor feels when he or she saves a life. My saving wasn't physical in nature but it goes a long way in the emotional well being of my customers. It's incredible. I count my blessing everyday. I also count my blessings from Active Rain because a great deal of my customers find me through Active Rain.
Just wanted to share my joy and let you know that Short Sales work and they do make a difference!
The more you know, the better prepared, the better the outcome.
I serve Coral Springs and the surrounding cities such as Coconut Creek, Parkland, Sunrise to Southwest Ranches in Broward and Dade and Palm Beach Counties of South Florida as your dedicated Realtor and CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert ready to work for you. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon. Please call me at 954-464-1100 or email me at: lynnp@ImagineYourHouse and it would be my pleasure to help you!
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I just closed on a HUD approved Short Sale. As part of its Pre Foreclosure Sale program, Sellers are entitled to an incentive to avoid foreclosure.
The max that they could have received was $750 as an incentive. However, there were costs on the settlement statement that weren't allowed totaling $570 so this reduced their max of $750 to $180. But, by all means, a distressed Seller definitely would be pleased to get a check at closing for $180. Especially when just a few days ago they had a baby. I was happy to be delivering additional good news that a check is in their name!
It's great to see that the industry is picking up on the benefits of avoiding foreclosure. So much so, that they're willing to pay a Seller to avoid it - get the Lender a Buyer and they'll pay the Seller. I'm hoping that more and more Lenders will see the light, move the Short Sale approval along quickly and stop the foreclosure - it's a good thing.
This was a Wells Fargo closing - Bravo!
The more you know, the better prepared, the better the outcome.
I serve Coral Springs and the surrounding cities such as Coconut Creek, Parkland, Sunrise to Southwest Ranches in Broward and Dade and Palm Beach Counties of South Florida as your dedicated Realtor and CDPE Certified Distressed Property Expert ready to work for you. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon. Please call me at 954-464-1100 or email me at: lynnp@ImagineYourHouse and it would be my pleasure to help you!
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Most often we hear of difficulty in gaining a Short Sale approval from a Seller's Lender. That isn't the case for me as I've been very fortunate in getting my Short Sales approved; all of them. In fact, I'm working on one that has had the same One Buyer and has been approved two times and now I'm working on getting it approved for a third time. Yep, you heard correctly! How could that be or better yet why?
We call it the Kiss of death appraisal.
Here's the story:
My Seller's home was listed for sale and we received a nice offer from a Buyer. I negotiated the Short Sale with the Lender and it was approved! Yes, we're all happy! That was until the Buyer's Lender had their appraisal completed and it came in $20,000 below purchase price. So back I went to the Seller's Lender to fight for a new approval. All went well with negotiations and they approved the reduction in their payout. Yes, closing here we come.
My Seller moved out, found a new place to live and closing is a week and a half away or we thought it 
was. Now what? Well, the Buyer's Lender couldn't get the Buyers approved. So thank goodness to a dedicated Agent representing the Buyer and her knowledge of a Mortgage Broker capable of getting a loan for qualified Buyers, the Buyers switched Lenders with a week and a half to go to closing. Apparently, the original Mortgage Broker hadn't completed the loan package correctly and the Buyer's should have been easily approved. Are you ahead of me now, knowing what I'm going to tell you next?
If you're following me, the Mortgage Broker that saved the day to get the Buyer a quick approval had to do an appraisal as he couldn't use the other Lenders appraisal. Oh don't cover your eyes...it's coming around again....the new appraisal now came in another $9000 below the last and 2nd time approved price. Geeze!
So, now I'm working on negotiating a 3rd approval with my Seller's Lender and we're supposed to close this Friday!
Whether it's a Short Sale that you're working on or a regular transaction, it seems that appraisals are starting to have a big impact on closings. I'm seeing that Lenders are really putting pressure on appraisers to keep the values on the low side. I'm just hoping that the Appraisers are standing up and doing what's right - price it right!
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As your Realtor and a long time Coral Springs FL resident, you can count on me to work hard for you & receive the service that you expect whether you're selling a home or buying a home. CDPE
Coral Springs Florida Real Estate is full of great things for homeowners. I love being a Realtor and couldn't think of doing anything else.
I'm very passionate about being able to truly help someone get what they want in life knowing that I did my best for them never sacrificing integrity to reach a goal. I will always feel good knowing that I did the right thing. Your real estate solution must be unquestionable knowing that your needs were foremost. Next to helping my clients achieve their goals, I hope that you are so thrilled with the service that I provided to you that you will want to recommend all your friends and family to me. When you think of a great Real Estate experience, I want you to think of me!
My prior business experiences has always included sales. Before joining the Real Estate Industry I was a dedicated Sales Professional selling investments in the Financial Markets as a Financial Advisor. I achieved a lot in my career as a Financial Advisor, yet it lacked something. That something I found in Real Estate and there's been no turning back.
My educational background includes having received a Bachelors in Business Marketing and an Associates in Design Merchanding; perfect partners attributing to my Real Estate success as your Coral Springs Realtor.
Coral Springs FL Real Estate helping Sellers and Buyers with their homes. I, Lynn Pineda, lived here in Coral Springs Florida and South Florida since the early 80's. Coral Springs is an wonderful town to live in with all it has to offer. I live here with my husband and son and truly love my family. I can really appreciate what ones home means to a family. So many lasting memories occur in our homes - memories that last a lifetime. To be a part in finding someone their home to create memories in is a very satisfying job; in fact, I can't call it a job as I really love helping people to buy and sell their homes.
I work with all type of homeowner's and their Real Estate needs; home buyers, home sellers and a special focus on distressed home sellers and Short Sales. As a Realtor and Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) here in Coral Springs and surrounding cities of Coconut Creek, Parkland, Tamarac, Sunrise and Plantation, I've also chosen to actively help homeowners who are facing foreclosures in south Florida's real estate market; if this is you, please don't hesitate to give me a call. If I'm able to help homeowners during this difficult time, I know I'll feel good knowing that a difference was made.
It's also a very exciting time for First Time Home Buyers - the opportunities are wonderful; simply take advantage of one of the foreclosures or short sales in the market. I take pleasure in helping First Time Home Buyers find that perfect home to settle into and begin making new memories that will last a lifetime.
Homes can no longer be sold by simply putting a sign in the front yard and advertising on the MLS. An aggressive marketing plan is critical in getting a home sold in today's market. I offer my Premier Marketing Package that offers advanced internet strategies. I also understand the extreme importance of communication and keeping you informed along the way.
Also, being a part of the team at our Keller Williams Realty office, you'll have our entire staff backing your success. We feel that it must be a Win-Win or no deal.
Why Keller Williams Realty
There is a reason more and more agents are making the change to Keller Williams Realty. Here's why it matters to you :
Knowledge
Powerful curriculum through Keller Williams University keeps us ahead of trends, tools and advancements in the real estate industry.
Speed
Leading-edge technology solutions accelerate our efficiency and productivity.
Teamwork
Contrary to other real estate companies, Keller Williams Realty was designed to reward agents for working together - to serve clients better.
Reliability
Keller Williams Realty was founded on the principles of trust and honesty, emphasizing the importance of having the integrity to do the right thing and always putting the customer's needs first.
Success
Keller Williams Realty is the fastest growing real estate company in North America.
When you offer a superior level of service, the word spreads fast.
As part of the Keller Williams Realty team, I look forward to providing you with a phenomenal real estate experience!
Serving: Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, Parkland, Sunrise, Tamarac and other Broward county cities.
I think I found the best Realtor on the planet and her name is Lynn Pineda! When we decided to list our home with a Realtor, I did some serious searching for just the right person to help us. We were in a short sale situation. From the moment I first spoke with Lynn, I heard something different that I hadn't heard from other Realtors. Passion. Her passion for her job is amazing. She doesn't give up. She's persistent, compassionate, organized, conscientious, and thoughtful. If we had questions, she had the answers. She returned phone calls and responded to e-mails with lightening speed. She worked so hard for us, and kept me calm throughout the whole process. For all of you selling homes in this slow market, you know how stressful it can be. In football terms, Lynn was like a lineman to my quarterback. Linemen are the largest and strongest players on the field. (She's petite, but don't let that fool you!) She completely kept the "bad guys" away from me so I could concentrate on my job and my life outside the short sale. In closing, it is our pleasure to endorse Lynn Pineda. We are thankful for her expertise and knowledge during this difficult time of selling our home in a short sale. Regardless if you're buying or selling, we hope you'll have an opportunity to know her and find out for yourself as we have. Lynn is genuine, and she's out there to help you. Sincerely, Diana and Adam *************************************************************************************************************
If you are reading this testimonial, then you are probably considering putting your home up for a short sale, or even worse, letting it fall into foreclosure. And if you are reading this testimonial, you are probably considering whether or not to utilize Lynn Pineda as your realtor. The answer to that question should be "Absolutely!!" I had no choice but to put my home on the market in hopes of completing a short sell in January of 2009. This was one of the hardest decisions I've ever had to make and by far one of the most stressful ones. The real stress didn't start until the process finally began, and believe me it is a lengthy one. ***************************************************************************** Wow. I still can't believe it. You have no idea how grateful we are for your help Lynn. We are so happy we found you because now we know we could have never done this without you. Your persistence was what made this happen. Should you ever need a reference, we would be more than happy to help you with that or anything else you might need. ***************************************************************************** Hi Lynn, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for the exceptional service that you provided to us on the sale of our property in Coral Springs. With the difficult economy and the numerous other obstacles we encountered, this was clearly not the typical real estate sale. Through it all you were enormously hard-working and helpful. Between locating contractors, handling repairs and dealing with a less-than-cooperative homeowners' association, you really did it all for us. We are genuinely appreciative of the significant effort that you put into selling our property. If we find ourselves with property in your area again, you are the first call that we will make! Thanks again for everything. Regards, Mike Murphy Michael R. Murphy ● Executive Vice President/COO ● Motorola Employees Credit Union *****************************************************************************
My husband and I recently worked with Lynn Pineda for the purchase of a condominium in Broward County. Our experience was great! Lynn is a friendly and competent professional. She is quite knowledgable in the area of distressed sales.
To anyone who may be thinking of using Lynn Pineda for their real estate needs please read the following testimonial
Recently I went through some tough times. I was taking care of my mother who had just undergone a cancer transplant and then had a stroke. I had also been in a financially destructive relationship which left me with nothing but foreclosures and debt. All my mortgages had fallen behind with the market changes, and all my properties were nearing foreclosure. I actually discovered Lynn Pineda through my search online for a short sales specialist. I called and left her a message, and she returned promptly and answered all my bombarding questions very kindly and professionally. I had a condo in Sunrise that was my first home I ever purchased-and I was so sad to see it go. I asked Lynn if she could manage a short sale on it even though we had already received the foreclosure papers for it. She said absolutely. All throughout the short sale process, Lynn was great about following up, answering all questions, and being professional and polite. She managed to sell my condo, and is now finishing up on a short sale for my mother as well on her condo. I could not have asked for a better person/agent to take care of my short sale than Lynn. She even recommended a good financial attorney to help me with my financial troubles as well. It's funny, but we almost consider her as family now. I would without hesitation recommend Lynn to anyone I know. Thanks so much Lynn, you rock. Sincerely, Jill H.
I couldn't have hoped for a better, more compassionate professional guiding me through this process. I know I was very difficult, demanding, and high maintenance at times. Never once did Lynn loose her patience, professionalism, and motivation to successfully complete this closing for me. In fact, the closing was delayed for several reasons, several times (which is very common) and Lynn never backed down or gave up even when I felt it was never going to happen. There are many so called "Short Sale Specialists" out there. Unfortunately, many are not and many have never even completed a short sale closing. Lynn is a competent professional and "Master of Her Craft" and truly knows how to attack these complicated closings in this most challenging of economic times.
Lynn Pineda will be at the top of my list when I finally decide to buy or sell a home again in the future, and she should be at the top of your list now.
Thank you Lynn!!
R. Eisenman
Because of you, we now feel we can move forward with our lives and start a family of our own. :)
Thank you again so very much from the bottom of our hearts!
With Warmest Regards,
Cathy & Alex
Lynn provided outstanding service. I would recommend Lynn and will definitely call her the next time we look for a property in South Florida!
Dee Mooney
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Thank you, Lynn, for taking the time to let us know the end result. If only every other Realtor out here was as committed to your level of communication our business would be a hell of a lot more enjoyable. - Rick R.
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We were very impressed with the thorough research you carried out, the excellent advertising and the hassle free manner in which the transaction was done.
Very best wishes for the future with your chosen career, which on the evidence of our experience, should indeed be very successful.
Yours sincerely,
Jack & Clodagh Kirwan
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