Happy New Year to All!
Now that we are back to our normal schedules, I want to resurrect my blog. I know it has been a few weeks since the last entry, but I have been keeping busy previewing the market and finding just the right homes to throw your way. Today's pics are about as different as apples and pizza...yeah, you heard right, apples and pizza, BUT they are both awesome in different ways.
1) New Community in Woodland Hills. As per their strict rules, I cannot divulge the address or the name of the complex, but suffice it to say, it is awesome. I sold a unit there on Sunday and it could not have been better. If you want privacy, this is not the place for you. If you want a lively and trendy high end condo, its perfect! The units are all pretty great with wonderful floorplans that make sense . The finishes are top notch and the community is super clean and user friendly. Washer/dryer in the unit and gated parking--each unit gets TWO spots. Best of all, the developer is totally making deals. They are bending over backwards because this is the end of their business quarter. If all of that was not good enough, the complex is also FHA approved so you can buy with 3.5% down! If you use their lender, they will give you 2% back for closing costs and a HUGE allowance for upgrades. My client fell head over heals on Sunday and so did I. I highly recommend it as a first time "get in the market" home OR to investors for a long term hold. No rules against renting it out, so its perfect!!!
2) 20528 Hatteras, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. $479,000
This is granny's house head to toe. Shiny wallpaper, shag carpet, old marble counters, etc etc. Yes, it is totally a fixer...but also super clean with no major evidence of poor maintenance or disrepair. For my money, I would rather buy granny's house than jut about anything else. Granny may not upgrade the decor, but she usually takes care of the house pretty darn well. So why does this house make my list? 1) It has one of the best Carlton Terrace floorplans---the one with the extra 1/2 bath up front. 2) the yard, although small, has lovely tree top views and no neighbors directly behind, 3) the house has a good vibe and is a blank slate. Because the house was originally listed at $560,000, I totally ignored it. Now that the price is reduced to $479,000, it could be a smart deal for someone who likes a project. I'm all for it at this price!!
Feel free to post your opinions as freely as I post mine. Have a great day!
December is usually the time of year when real estate pundits and economists like to publish their predictions for the coming year. Since Iam neither a pundit nor an economist, I do things a bit differently. Unlike these folks, I deal with people on a daily basis. My phone rings when people want to "deal" and it is dead silent when they are not in the mood. So I wait until the first week of January to see what kind of year it is going to be. If things are crazy the first week then most likely it will be a good year. Today is January 5th and I already have 4 new clients--so Iam feeling pretty good about 2011.
If you need something more tangible, then I will give you a few highlight predictions presented by economist Leslie Appleton Young:
1) Modest gains in prices and volume in 2011. Why?
2) Interest rates holding steady. Unless the GDP grows at a steady pace for a while, there is little chance the Fed will increase rates
3) Low Invetory. It is crazy to think that with all of the distressed homes out there, that we are having an invetory problem. Surprisingly enough, that is the case. Why?
4) Expect Multiple Offers in 2011. YES---don't shoot the messenger. In 2010, 50% of all transactions had multiple offers. Iam totally NOT kidding about this. From my experience, this is mostly in the lower price ranges, but I was even in a multiple offer situation on a $730,000 tear down in Woodland Hills.
I hope you enjoyed this little taste about what I think is to come in 2011. Since market value is based on what a a buyer would do, I think the most important opinion is actually YOURS. So what do you think will happen in 2011? Feel free to comment.
Every year its the same thing. "December is a great time to buy". How many times have you heard this one? Do you know why you hear it so often? BECAUSE its true!! Yes I know you have gifts on the brain and everything is just so stressful that you cannot imagine adding one more thing to your already overloaded list.Frankly, I don't care how much you have to do. It istime to get over it and make a smart financial decision.By the time you get around to in 2011, interest rates will have gone up!
While I have your attention, here are a few that I highly recommend:
1) 6500 Hatillo, Woodland Hills. 4 bf, 3 bth, 1473 sq ft. $459,000
This one is a winner. Initially priced way to high at $499,000, this Mid Century remodeled home is totally move in ready. I like it because the floorplan is wide open and the vaulted ceilings make it feel bigger than the actual sq ft. I also love that 1 bd and 1 bth are on the opposite side from all the other bedrooms AND it has a private entrance . You could use this bedroom set up for a rental, personal office or play room for the kiddies. This is not a cheesy remodel --everything is tasteful and fits the house. The back yard is just OK--all grass and very private but nothing to write home about. Perfect for kids though. Also, the placement of the house is ideal--its in the middle of a small cul de sac . Very private. Seriously, at this price you are usually buying in Winnetka, so please get off your butt and see this one.
2) 20748 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills. 3bd, 2 bth, 1400 sq ft. $489,000. Pool.
I have included this one in previous posts, but I want to bring it to your attention again because they are still on the market. They did reduce to $489,000 but at this point they are "chasing the market". Why do I like this house? First of all, IT IS NOT LOCATED ON A BUSY STREET --BURBANK HERE IS SMALL. Now that we have that out of the way, this house has a great open floorplan with a living room and a small family room off the kitchen---typically not something you can get in this price range or sq ft. The house is updated ( although does not currently show well due to owners personal issues). This is the typical 1400 sq ft Carlton Terrace model with vaulted ceilings, fireplace and a master suite with big walk in closet and private bath. The back yard is all pool --but it is super private. The front yard is fenced, gated and has a flat grassy area . Perfect for a kid's play set etc. At this point, the seller is pretty anxious, so check it out before the new year.
Happy Holidays to all!
Dana
These are my opinions only, please keep that in mind.
MBA ( Master's Degree in Business), Full Time Realtor, Busy Mom, Fluent in Russian, efficient, quick, computer savvy, responsive, and fun!
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Name: Angie & Tommy, Lake Balboa 2010
We were first time home buyers searching for a single family home and until we met Dana, we had been looking for over a year. Having dealt with a few agents during that timeframe, we knew we weren't getting all that we could. To top it all off, we were dealing with a very challenging real estate market (multiple offer situations, bidding wars, etc). Feeling like the odds were stacked against us and with a significant amount of time having passed, we were beginning to think that finding a home was not in the cards. A bit surprising to say the least, considering we had excellent credit, loan pre-approval, and an open mind! We soon learned that the key is to work with an agent that can navigate through the current market challenges with the utmost experience, attentiveness and professionalism - and not too long after beginning work with her, Dana made that difference and more than exceeded our expectations!
Dana listened, did not waste ANY time, was extremely communicative and informative, and had a wonderful rapport with the listing agents. Equally as important, Dana was truly ahead of the curve, informing us about and showing us properties as soon as they came up, at times even before they were listed. Ultimately, this is what made the difference in our search - Dana being ahead of the curve ensured that WE as buyers were ahead of the curve in comparison to other buyers. Such was the case with the beautiful Lake Balboa home we eventually purchased - all in all, we found our home just 6 weeks after first meeting Dana.
Having been through the previous process of looking for more than a year, the speed at which Dana found our new home so soon after meeting was a bonus for us. In addition to that, however, is the knowledge that you are working with someone who you soon come to learn is truly as committed to helping you find your home as you are. And not only a home, but THE right home for you. Dana knew the neighborhood inside and out and was very frank about the positives and not so positives about any given pocket - her feedback was straightforward and without fluff, which we very much appreciated. And after the home was found, and offer placed and accepted, Dana remained key in dealing with all facets of the process. Professionalism, communication and response time are top tier. Even after closing, Dana stayed in touch, always happy to answer any questions a new homeowner, or a homeowner in general, would have!
Working with Dana made all the difference in getting us down the path of not only buying our first home, but getting us the home we really wanted. We will be recommending Dana to family, friends and colleagues going forward without reservation.
Angie & Tommy
Name: Greg Iguchi
When I embarked on purchasing my first house, I knew the chips were stacked against me. Not only was I a first time home buyer, but the economy was spiraling downward, and I was consumed with work, which constantly took me out of state. This was probably the worst time for me to buy a home.
Going into this I was very skeptical and figured every agent out there would be more concerned with their financial gain then with my needs and concerns. Even with the chips against me, I figured the time was now. The first agent I emailed replied after a day with "I lost my cell phone, call me in a few days". I knew that wasn't going to work. Then I came across Dana Franks website and sent her a detailed email about the style of house, location, and price range. She responded promptly with a very friendly and very upbeat email asking me more detailed questions. Dana then put together a time line and list of things that I needed to do in order to initiate the process. From here she assisted in all aspects including helping me secure my loan.
After I secured the loan, Dana compiled a list of properties she wanted me to check out. When I met her in person I was so relieved that she was the exact person she came across in the emails. I was so glad Dana wasn't some stuffy, self absorbed agent that I was having nightmares about. She was down to earth with an outgoing personality. She wasn't trying to sell herself to me, she was just being an very honest with me, and I knew I could trust her. We then proceeded to check out the homes she thought would work. The first three homes weren't really what I imagined, but she could tell right away and knew I would love the fourth house. When I saw the fourth house I knew she nailed it. The house was amazing. However, there was one property that I really wanted to see, but she let me know it just went into escrow. This crushed me, but I also knew the fourth house was also a winner. Dana then pulled some strings and was able to let me check out the property I really wanted to see even though it was in escrow. I knew it was a bad idea, because if the house was in escrow and I loved it, I knew I would be heartbroken. And of course the house was amazing. What a let down! Dana could tell I was upset, but she also promised to call the listing agent and get some more details.
As you could imagine I was pretty heartbroken and down on myself for not acting quicker. The following day Dana contacted me stating that the listing agent would accept back up offers. I figured, I might as well since there is no sweat off my back. And as luck would have it, the buyer didn't work out and it was mine! Her persistency and dedication paid off for me. I went from high to low and back to high! It was kind of emotional, but at the same time I had confidence and Dana pulled through. Not only did I get the house, she also negotiated a new roof.
Who knew buying a home could have been this easy? Either I am very lucky, or Dana Frank is that good. I'd like to think I'm full of luck, but on buying a home, Dana Frank is that good!!
Greg Iguchi
Cass Ave, Woodland Hills
Name: Julie Golden
March 3, 2010
I am writing this letter to express our deep appreciation for the great work done by Dana frank . she is an outstanding Real Estate Agent.
I want to say thank you for the: fast response time , patience , professional, involvement ,concern ,and thanks for making my dream come true!!!
Compared to other agents we met along the way, Dana frank represents the best in her industry. Dana had shown me many houses. As we had along wishing list , it took us more than a year to find our house -Dana always motivation us, and was there for us every step of this very long way!!
If I have the need for an agent again, Dana will be the first one I call. I recommend Dana to anyone without reservation who is interested in an agent who works at 100% plus.
Sincerely,
Julie Golden
Name: Victor and Maria
Nov, 2009
We are first time home buyers referred to Dana by a close friend. We can't speak highly enough about Dana's patience and attention to our questions when purchasing our home. She was a lot of help guiding us to identify what we wanted and more importantly needed in our home. We were especially impressed with Dana's people skills when communicating with the listing agent. She represented us and our offer in a way that made us more than just another figure on a bid. With Dana's guidance and help the process of buying our new home was painless. Her commitment to us as our agent did not end upon "closing the deal" because she also insured that we moved and settled in comfortably. We would recommend her to our loved ones without reservation.
-V.M. Pasadena, CA
Name: Gary Cunitz
November 11, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
How do I best describe ‘Professionalism'? Dana Frank leads the pack in the professional real estate market. No-wonder Dana has been awarded the top sales person in her region. Professional's know how to perform and win. Dana is real estate professionalism at its best.
During these times of turmoil in the real estate market, Dana Frank was able to present a big picture plan of attack to me and act upon the most effective sales strategy for our home in Woodland Hills.
Her experience was extremely beneficial in creating traffic to our listing and then executing the sales closure to not one but many offers on our home for the most maximized sales value.
I can truly without any reservation recommend Dana Frank and her team to anyone who is considering selling their home. If you want results, then there is no one else but Dana Frank to represent your valued real estate.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding Dana as your exclusive real estate agent.
Sincerely,
Gary Cunitz
President, CEO
Reforma Group
248 321 4322 cell
Name: Nir, Liz and Noa Zvingler, September 2009
I've been searching for a house for about 4 years, and having worked with 4 previous agents i can honestly say, if it wasn't for Dana Frank I'd still be searching. I'm not an easy person to work with, I have lots of questions, lots of demands etc.... Dana is amazing and you can tell she loves what she does which is the only reason i can come up with how she was able to tolerate me. when describing real estate people always say "location, location, location", when i think about describing Dana i say "professional, sincere, patient, meticulous and most important looking out for my best interest."
This is a perfect opportunity to say "THANK YOU DANA" for everything, I know it was a long and frustrating road but you stuck by us every step of the way and for that we are grateful!
Sincerely,
Nir, Liz and Noa Zvingler
Name: Susan Cane
June 15, 2009
Re: Dana Frank
I have known Dana Frank for several years, having met her initially at an open house in 2004 while house hunting for my sister. My sister bought and sold several homes with Dana since that time. When it finally came time for me to sell my home in West Hills in April, 2009, I chose Dana Frank to represent me. The first thing I think of about Dana is that she is a true professional. Specifically, I mean that she is knowledgeable, straightforward, always reachable, caring about the relationships she develops and has a die-hard work ethic. I made Dana prove herself to me prior to her listing my house, and she was the most persistent, the most prepared, the most informed and the most attentive and understanding agent I had interviewed. Dana was also firm and confident in her attitude about price and set realistic expectations for me with respect to the current market value of my home. Each offer she presented and each transaction we encountered was smooth, communicative and well thought out. She offered her advice when I asked for it, did her research about each client and their background and situation, communicated well with me, and yet allowed me to make my own decisions, supporting my concerns and issues along the way. Dana really listened to me and responded to my needs, which I think is a critically important quality in any business/agent relationship.
Prior to listing my house, I contacted Dana several times for advice about the rental market, the listings in my area, and other related information so I could determine whether I should lease or sell my home. She always responded quickly and with the best possible advice, given my concerns and questions. Dana also has great follow-through and always does what she says she will do. She strikes a great balance between being aggressive yet not offensive, and is willing to admit her mistakes and correct things immediately when called for. I admire Dana for keenly understanding the real estate market, and being able to communicate effectively with a variety of people and personalities, and always feeling like she is on my side and wants the best for me.
I have no hesitancy in referring Dana Frank to anyone who wants to sell their house, buy a new home, or just obtain advice about a property, as she is quite a savvy business woman.
I would be happy to speak with anyone who would like additional information regarding Dana. My cell phone number is 818 926-2036.
Thank you,
Susan Cane
Name: Maciej Makowiecki
We spent several futile months on searching. We went through two different agents. Then we found Dana and within 2 months we closed on our dream home. Prompt, organized and with great follow up, she knows the neighborhood inside-out and, above all, is very well networked (we were able to see houses before they officially went on sale and it helped tremendously in price negotiations). She saved us time and money - Thanks, Dana!
Name: David and Elizabeth Zack
My wife and I spent about a month going to multiple open houses trying to find the right realtor. By the end of the month we were pretty scared as we found out there were some pretty crazy realtors out there! We finally stumbled across Dana's website and blog and said "we need to meet this one!" In our hour long initial meeting Dana was outgoing, honest, upfront, insightful, candid, and what we felt was the most important thing, genuinely concerned about our needs for the house buying process. After that meeting we knew she was the one that we were going to go through this process with and ultimately we could not have been more pleased with Dana and her team!
In our first leg of the process we spent about a month with Dana looking at everything on the market in our parameters before we made an offer. In that time we relied on Dana's expertise on what to look for, what should concern us, and what not to worry about. Dana was extremely prompt and proactive when it came to informing us of new homes to the market as well as being very welcoming to questions about property that we found ourselves. She and Samira were also extremely flexible, working around our schedules, when it came to going and looking at houses. If Dana was not available we would meet with Samira who we trusted just as much! We ultimately did not get the house we put the offer on so our search continued.
In the next leg of we did not see as many houses as we had already seen almost everything that fit our parameters. It became more of a waiting game to see what came on the market next. Even though we were not seeing property Dana and Samira would still check-in every couple of days letting us know if they thought something may come out shortly or even just to let us know they had not forgotten about us. Their constant communication is great as it reassures you they are still working hard to find your new place.
Also in the slower time we never felt any pressure from Dana to change our search parameters. It was very nice after talking to Dana the first time we felt comfortable that she would not take this approach and we were very happy when she didn't in a time that we were not looking at a lot of places.
When we did find our place and have our offer accepted (after multiple counters) Dana and Samira did not walk off the job! Honestly we were even more impressed to see how they handled the process after the accepted offer. We had some special circumstances with the purchase that needed some behind the scenes leg work between the sellers, HOA, mortgage broker, escrow company, and lender. Dana took charge of this after the involved parties seemed to not all be on the same page. It was a huge relief knowing she was making sure all the different parties were doing what they were supposed to be doing to close the deal. Samira also met a window contractor at the house for us to get an estimate on some work that needed to be done before we closed. It was great to have a team working with you that can take care of everything that goes on after a deal is accepted.
When we originally started the process of searching for a mortgage broker Dana was great in giving us a few options of people that she would recommend. After speaking with a couple we went with Augusta Financial. Mike Meena and especially Dwayne Okpaise were great. Dwayne was responsive, organized and very helpful. Dana's relationship with Augusta also proved to be very useful in the process.
We could not be happier with the experience we had with Dana! Anyone who is looking for a trustworthy, knowledgeable, honest, tell you like it is realtor could not go wrong with Dana and her team. Thanks for all your hard work, it truly is appreciated!
David & Liz Zack
7351 Woodvale Ct.
West Hills
Name: Vera Van Guard
I never bought a house before. This was my first experience and boy am I glad I had Dana. She had the patience of a saint. Answered all my questions and basically would get in touch with me when it was time for the next step in the process. I'd do my part to finish that step and we closed the deal faster than originally planned. Not to mention all her people that she recommended came through with flying colors. I trust her. She got the job done and now I'm in my first house. I'll see her for the next one too!
9/6/2007
Northride, CA
Name: Boris Yakubov
As a first-time home buyer and having heard all sorts of "horror stories" about how unpleasant and painful the process can be, I really tried to be very careful and selective about whom I could trust to help me with the search and the transaction.
Dana was the 4th agent I spoke to, yet she was the only one to take time to carefully and methodically walk me thru the entire process explaining every step so that there are no surprises! Her brochure is a condensed version of volumes of literature you could find on the subject if you were to do it yourself. It is short and simplified yet not trivialized.
By encouraging me to shop around for an agent she made me feel comfortable and assured that she was not in it just for a sale! And that is important, about 95% of sales agents disappear as soon as you sign on the dotted line and they cash in their commission checks (sleezeballs). Not so with Dana, she continues working with you even after the close of escrow to make sure your home buying/owning experience is as ideal as possible. You can tell it is what she enjoys, and she's great at it.
But I digress. I quickly realized that I'd made the right choice in choosing Dana and her team of professionals (mortgage brokers, escrow company etc) to work with. The entire transaction went thru without a hitch, oh and to top it off the escrow closed a day earlier than expected!! I distinctly remember thinking and even asking Dana direct "so when is it going to get uncomfortable like I've heard so many times from others?" The answer my friends is simple - with Dana it does not!
So if you're a first-time home buyer or especially if you're not and you've had a previous experience that would fall into that category of "horror stories" then you simply owe it to yourself to meet with Dana.
Boris Yakubov
West Hills CA
5/20/2007
Name: Greg and Anna Evans
Dana Frank and her team were consimate professionals.
They were always one step ahead of any problem that popped up, steering my wife and I safely through our first home buying experience. Dana's advice from the first day we met her, to the final day of closing, was always spot on.
Greg and Anna Evans
Canyon, Glendale
1/18/2007
Name: Michael Cressey
Rare is the case that you encounter a true professional. One that is straightforward, candid, detail oriented, and most importantly, one who actually looks out of their client's best interests. Without a doubt Dana Frank of ReMax is that professional. I interviewed many realtors to represent our family's real estate interests and from the moment I met with Dana I knew she would be our real estate agent. Her candid interpretation of the San Fernando Valley real estate market allowed us to sell our home under tough conditions in just six weeks. In addition, she gave us valuable tips for "sprucing" up our home to maximize our price. In fact my neighbors expressed enthusiasm for increasing their property values. In addition, never once did I have to call her. She was always the one to initiate contact and I appreciated that very much. There is a reason why she is a winner. It is because she gets it. Thank you Dana for your true professionalism and guidance to my family and me
Michael Cressey
Via Torino, Burbank
1/18/2007
Name: Jay Rubin
Dana ROCKS! She's nearly always available to speak with you, she's know her stuff inside and out. I've dealt with many realtors over the years and Dana is the best I've ever had the pleasure of working with. (In this weird market of 2006-07, I'm not sure if I would have gotten my price without
her.)
Jay Rubin
Toluca Terraca CA.
12/2006
Name: Natasha S.
I have never written a testimonial before but Dana and her team did such an outstanding job with my listing I wanted to recognize their hard work. After unsuccessfully listing my home with another broker, I decided to try again, but only with the right person. As my home was difficult as it had many stairs and hardly any back yard though (I owned ½ an acre). Dana was energetic, professional and optimistic even when the homes drawback looked like it was not going to sell. At the end of the listing we had 2 escrows that fell through, due to buyer's personal issues, but Dana did not give up. She requested a month extension saying, " I am not giving up on this house, I want to see this through". My husband and I granted but said we were not hopeful. The right buyer arrived and within 20 days we had closed escrow and moved!
Dana will be the only person I call when I need a real estate broker in the future.
Natasha S.
11/2006
Name: Anna & Edward Carchi
We just purchased a home at 5926 Le Sage Ave in Woodland Hills. Our agent was Dana Frank. Our home buying experience with Dana was WONDERFUL! Dana made home buying fun again. Dana made us feel so at ease and stress-free. Dana was always in contact with us to update us and always returned our phone calls. She gained our trust and we felt confident she was dedicated to us and our home-buying needs. We felt totally stress-free during this whole process which I never thought was possible when buying a home. We just loved working with her and would highly recommend her to anyone wanting to buy or sell a home. We just wanted to let you know how wonderful we think Dana is and we wish her all the best in her future endeavors.
We also wanted to acknowledge Samira Sacket. She helped us with the paperwork and was also helped answer our questions, and assisted us into the house (time, and time again). We think she's great! Dana and Samira make a strong team.
Anna & Edward Carchi
Le Sage, Woodland Hills
10/2006
Name: Steve F.
Dana is a great asset to a home seller and buyer. Dana's understanding of human nature and her negotiating skills have resulted in a very lucrative sales price for my home. In addition, her knowledge of the Los Angeles market and her experience has helped me identify an undervalued home in an good neighborhood.
Name: Allison Bamberg
Dana is a very reliable and easy going agent. It was a pleasure working with her on both buying and selling my house. I would highly recommend her services to anyone who wants an agent that gets the job done with the least amount of stress to you. Thank you Dana.
Name: Monica H.
Dana is the one of the brightest individuals I have ever met. I am a CPA and Mortgage Broker and can honestly say that this woman is motivated, driven, hard working, highly intelligent and a person who gets things done!! She delivers what she promises and always always get things done. I cannot say enough good things about her!
Name: Ben K.
On a scale of 1 to 5, Dana is a TEN! By getting to know the buyers, she really understands what the client is searching for and by knowing most neighborhoods like the back of her hand, there was not any wasted time driving from one place to the next. My wife and I would recommend her to ANYONE! Thanks for helping with our first house, Dana!
Name: Marci Peters
Not only did she find the PERFECT place for us matching our lifestyle, budget, and taste, she has also become a great friend! I trust her opinions and suggestions and have recommended her to everyone I know.
Name: T & M Larcher
We were very happy to have Dana represent us in our first home purchase in Woodland Hills. When I called to look at one house she advertised, she showed up on time, and had a list of five more homes to look at! I saw six homes in 1 1/2 hours, and got an excellent introduction to LA real estate. She really listened to what I liked and didn't like, locations, etc. and in a few more days showed me six more homes, all with relevant features and locations.She had a commanding knowledge of the current inventory, provided her honest opinion (whether I wanted it or not) and found us the perfect house the second time out. We closed escrow in 25 days (including interstate document signings) due to her team's outstanding performance. I can recommend her without any reservation as a professional who will spare no effort for her client. It really is "all about you."
T & M Larcher, Woodland Hills
9/21/2005
Name: Yong Yam and Chris Ellner
Dana,
We just wanted to thank you again for everything. You've been so great...we
couldn't have asked for a better real estate agent and new friend. You made
our first home-buying experience very pleasant and smooth.
Yong Yam and Chris Ellner
1081 Blix St, Toluca Lake
9/20/2005
Name: Lilly Kachatrian
Dana Frank went above and beyond my expectations from any realtor. I can't say enough about how wonderful she has been...even now, after my escrow closed. She made us feel as though we were friends and not just a client. She was truly an assett to us and is an asset to Re/Max.
Sincerely,
Lilly Kachatrian
6154 Aura
Tarzana, Ca
3/28/2005
Name: Dennis White
Dana successfully sized up my needs, tastes and lifestyle after one
meeting. She actually talked me out of bidding on a house that she was
showing because she knew, before I did, that it wouldn't be right for me
(she was 100% correct). This was one of several demonstrations of her
commitment to my best interest, all of which made it very comfortable to
do business with her. In a short time, she brought to my attention a home
that she knew would be right for me. She was passionate about it, and
absolutely correct. The open house was at 11am, and at 11:30 we agreed to
make an offer. She patiently walked me through every step of the process,
and was accomodating beyond the call of duty to make the deal go smoothly
for all involved.
Make it easy for yourself. Meet with Dana, tell her what you think you
want, let her help you discover what you really want, and let her find
your home for you.
-D. White, North Hollywood
Name: Paulina Einarsdottir
Dana is simply the BEST. I had been looking for a few months when I
found her and that is when things started happening finally. It was during the peak but boy is she GOOD. She is quick to learn what your needs and wants are and she looks out for you when you get carried away. It was very comforting to know that she really cares for her clients and her goal is to make the transition easy and everyone happy. I plan to buy more real estate in the future and I will never use any other realtor than DANA...and so should you!
Paulina Einarsdottir
birna paulina einarsdottir
elf films
2324 michigan ave.
santa monica, ca 90404
tel: 310.614.5882
http://www.elffilms.com/
Name: Cynthia and Dean Steinberger
Dana,
I felt you knew exactly what I was looking for and you busted your butt to find it for us. I felt you would not sell us anything you would not buy yourself. Thank you!
Name: Christine Globke and Kosta Saric
We accomplished a tremendous amount of work in a very short period of
time with Dana. In a month Dana masterly put together what normally
takes 90 days or more. Beyond that, everything went smoothly and I
felt at ease with Dana at the wheel. For me, there is no question that
Dana Frank knows how to take care of her buyers! She keeps our
interests at the forefront of the buying process. This is my first
home and I will never forget how seamless the process was. Thanks
Dana!
Christine Globke and Kosta Saric
Name: Jennifer and Christopher Serrano
Dana Frank worked effortlessly when listing our home for sale. As first time home sellers we were apprehensive about the whole process. Knowing that Dana was representing us we needn't have worried. She worked diligently to put our fears to rest and make sure we were in the loop as to what was happening along the way. Her knowledge of the real estate market was impressive and she did a great job advertising our home. In the end we were all pleased with the results. If you are looking for a hard working, gets-the-results-you-want realtor than Dana Frank is the one to enlist!
Jennifer and Christopher Serrano
Name: Cindy & Phil Gregory
"Dana Frank was our realtor in May 2004. We explained to Dana what our requirements were and she quickly lined up a number of houses for us to check out and compare. This was pretty amazing as we were from out of state and only had a week to look. Dana was a master at selecting homes to show us and pre-arranged all viewings, making maximum use of the time by planning the routes and driving directions. Dana has a tremendous knowledge of the housing market and gave us expert advice on all aspects of homes and neighborhoods. We cannot say enough about how responsive Dana was in obtaining information and sorting out any and all problems that arose throughout the entire process. We have purchased 5 houses in different parts of the country, and we can say without reservation that she is the BEST! We recommend Dana to anyone who is looking for a realtor who is honest, hardworking, knowledgeable, and always keeps her clients' interests foremost."
Your grateful clients...Cindy & Phil Gregory
Name: Tristan Schukraft
Dana Frank is someone you want on your side. She's prompt, organized and
makes things happen. Dana was available to me whenever I had a question or
concern throughout the entire buying process and even weeks following my
move-in. She made the purchase of my first house an easy and worry-free process.
Tristan Schukraft
Managing Director, ID90.COM
(818) 231-0751
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