Paul Henderson, Broker, Realtor® Tacoma,Gig Harbor,DuPont,HartstenePointe

About ME!

After 13 years in the real estate industry, I still find that real estate is a very personal business!

Every one of my transactions is different. I don’t think I’ve ever had two deals that were identical. Every transaction has its own challenges and results and when it comes right down to it I learn more about people and myself with each home sale I put together.

The tougher the housing climate gets, the nicer my clients become. I know that price is usually the most important factor in finding a house; however my job is to keep my clients safe as well as find and negotiate the best price for them. The only thing that stays constant in the real estate industry are the houses. In fact I can tell you more about each client than each house I’ve sold.

I started my real estate career and was licensed over 13 years ago. My official start in buying and selling real estate came in 1975, when I bought my first 5 acre piece of vacant land. I was 22 years old and wanted to invest in real estate for some time. I was in the Navy and the Seller felt sorry for me and gave me a great interest rate and held the contract. I sold that lot 3 years later and made a $12,000 profit, all said and done. Best of all I held the contract and was making 11% interest on that contract. I was hooked and went out looking for more investments.

Real estate is a learning experience not only for the buyer or seller but also for the broker. I have learned something new on virtually every transaction I have been a party to over my 13 years I’ve held a license. I am constantly going to classes and seminars to perfect my craft and give my clients the most up to date information of my market and the industry. I have obtained the following Realtor® designations; Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), Graduate Residential Institute (GRI), and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES).

Rather than fear technology I embrace it, giving my clients a step up on the competition whether they are buying or selling. I am currently working with buyers and sellers from all over the United States, not to mention several overseas. Technology makes it all possible and makes me more efficient.

Whether you’re looking for a Realtor ®for your own needs or as an agent referring a client that needs professional, full service representation, I'm the Realtor ® and Broker for you.

Areas of Expertise

Specializing in Internet marketing strategies for positive results!

I also specialize in relocation of clients from all over the world. In fact 25% of my clients are military relocating to Ft Lewis, McChord Air Force Base, JBLM (Now Joint Base Lewis McChord) or the Madigan Regional Medical Facility.

I am adept at finding good real estate investments for my clients.

I have been extremely successful at finding recreation, vacation properties, namely Hartstene Pointe, or retirement residences for clients all over the western United States.

Helping people, help themselves!

Long ago, when I first started my real estate career, I worked in the bank REO part of real estate. The business was usually people who would put their houses up as collateral on loans for cars, vacations of frivolous toys. I hated this business and I knew if I didn’t quit working in it I would have to leave the business. I quit in 2001 and started practicing regular real estate, never looking back

In late 2008, I started seeing a sad state of affairs. I started seeing people losing the homes due to the economy! Our neighborhoods were being flooded with homes where the people could no longer make their house payments.

My background in distressed properties could now be used to help people help themselves. I now sit down and lay out the options to clients who want to save their credit and just have hit hard times.

The best thing I see, day to day, is a future for people who before they met with me, didn’t know which way to turn…

Testimonials

Paul's service creates a trust that makes a transaction seem so simple that we were amazed he had time for any other clients. Paul was always there. We wondered why the other agent received a commission.

We would never think of selling or buying a home without Paul in our corner...

The Johnson Family

Lacey WA

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Paul,

Now that we're back in Australia, we thought that we would just send you a little letter.

We have bought and sold 7 homes in 39 years, in 3 different countries, in fact, 3 different continents. So we have had a bit of experience with the real estate market and realtors.

We have never experienced such efficiency, courtesy, and professionalism from anyone, like we experienced from you! You represented us admirably and addressed our concerns and needs as they arose. But, in addition to this, you went the "extra mile" - who else would assure that new deadlocks were installed late at night, and myriad other tasks to ensure our safety and peace of mind? We can't list all the extra things that you did and are continuing to do, because this would be a never-ending letter.

My friends and business associates are amazed when I tell them what tasks you have undertaken and valuable assistance and friendship extended to us. None of them have ever had this type of service!

We realize that our tight schedule made co-ordinating paperwork and legalities a nightmare, and our short tempers at times were most trying, but rest assured, you have two very happy new home owners in Olympia! ReMax Professionals should be proud to have you representing them....your efforts could not be surpassed by anyone.

Sincerely and best regards,

Ellis & Kimberly Vincent

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Paul,

Your service to us was the finest we have had in buying and selling homes. I really appreciated your honesty, experience and help. A real 10 out of 10! Thanks for everything and we will definitely keep you in mind if we know anyone buying or selling in the Tacoma area.

Thanks again,
Mark Shafer

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Paul recently worked with me as a Buyer's Representative and was a valuable partner in my efforts to find a new home in a community I was not familiar with.

Paul is very familiar with the area and knowledgeable about local influences on property values. He helped me to find exactly what I was looking for in a home and to maximize my investment in real estate.

My search for a new home took some time. It took more time, in fact, than I anticipated or hoped for. During the long search, Paul never pressured or rushed me through any decision of this important process, and he stuck with me through it all.

No matter how busy he was, Paul kept in contact with me. He also contacted me regularly to see if there were any new developments or to see if I had any questions or concerns that he could answer or address.

Thank you Paul.

Best Regards,
Rachel Saunders

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I have bought and sold 7 houses in the past 15 years; 3 in the Dupont area alone. The best real estate agent that I have worked with is Paul Henderson from Re/max. He is honest and will give you a realistic idea about how you should price your house to sell.

I am impressed with Paul because he follows the entire sale and ensures that you understand everything and that you are happy. I have referred him to at least 4 people and every one of them has been very happy.

Nancy Roberts, DuPont

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(Referral Testimonial)

Hey Paul -

Yes -I did receive the check and for the full amount agreed upon. I appreciate your promptness in sending it and sending a copy of the HUD as well. It has been so nice to have the updates that you sent as the transactions progressed and regressed and progressed again - and I do appreciate your tenacity in getting Rachel into a home and making some money for both of us! It was probably the best referral experience I have ever had and I will certainly call you again if I have anyone headed up your way!
Success comes in cans. . .not in cannots!
Carol

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There are few REALTORS who are consistently meticulous and detailed about the settlement procedure as Paul Henderson. Paul has proven to be professional, knowledgeable and gracious in every business interaction I have had with him. It is with great pleasure that I have the opportunity to recommend him to anyone purchasing or selling a home or investment property. He has a great sense of humor and is a joy to work with!"

Marie Barth, Owner, Designated Escrow Inc.

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It was a pleasure working with you and we will be sure to mention your name to friends with real estate needs.

Thanks,

Laura K.

Olympia WA.

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Thank you for everything!

Jeannette

Port Orchard WA.

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My wife and I would like to comment on Paul Henderson's manner and professionalism as a Realtor.

First my wife and I have both been licenses Realtors in another state. We first met Paul when we purchased a lot on Harstine Island. We were both impressed by his honesty and the fact there was no pressure, only information and guidance.

The second experience was when we decided to sell our home in Tacoma with a great view on Brown's Point. The market was topping off at the time and chance to make some serious money just before my retirement was there. We had an extraordinary amount of interest in the home before we decided to sell it and Paul gave us advice to start at a lower price, which I totally disagreed with him on that point. He was always professional and direct. The property did not sell and the market was still declining but not dead.

We decided to go with another company with a gentleman who was recommended to us by a friend. The presentation was very complete and impressive but the performance left much to be desired. The property was not shown; the contract did not give any incentive for other Realtor's to show the property by the unbalanced commission split. We terminated the contract early and took our home off the market and decided right there to go back to Paul.

We learned a few things about successful real estate, no matter how impressive the advertisement may be the sales person is the key.

Paul advised us to stay out of the market until it starts to recover. This time when he suggested the price, which was painfully lower than we hoped for, we followed his advice. The property was showed; he even went as far as to look after our property when we were in Alaska.

If we would have initially listened to Paul's advice the first time when he suggested a price much lower than our idea of what it would sell for, we would have sold the property at a substantial profit compared to the barely break even we finally sold it for almost two years later.

We consider Paul Henderson one of the best Realtors we have dealt with over the years and consider him a friend who is always welcome in our home. It pays everyone to have a Realtor like Paul on your team when you are selling or buying property.

Just thought you should know.

George and Joan

Haines, Alaska