I was holding an open house this weekend in a community that I specialize in. While at the open house I had a conversation with a couple about a short sale llisting in the community that they loved and wanted to purchase. I was told how their offer was accepted by the seller and then turned down by the listing agent because they did not want to pay the listing agent's short sale transaction fee!
I was shocked to hear that the listing agent was trying to get the buyers to pay him to do his job! Basically that is what a short sale transaction fee is! My feeling is that if an agent can't negotiate his own short sale and chooses to pay "an assistant" they it's the listing agent's expense.
I am going to be researching with CAR to find out if this practice is even legal.
What are your thoughts on listing agents charging buyers "short sale negotiator fees"?
Written By Tina Maraj, REALTOR Since 1989! www.TinaMaraj.com
Fullerton Chamber of Commerce Ambassador
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Fullerton California: Looking for some Halloween Fun for the Family? Tina Maraj of RE/MAX North Orange County will be a "scary" part of the Cast at the 6h Annual Fullerton Arboretum's Haunted Garden being held Friday October 23rd and Saturday October 24th.
This is a Halloween event for all ages that offers 3 tours through the "Haunted Garden" beginning at 6:30
P.M. on Friday evening. On Saturday there will be a "Children Party" from 1 to 3 P.M. for younger, children 3 to 5 years of age. Comencing with the last 3 tours on Saturday evening.
This is my first year participating in this event. I was an organizer and cast member of The Placentia Founders Society Haunted House at the Bradford House for about 6 seasons until they closed. I received so many calls last year from my old blogs on The Bradford House event from local Fullerton, Placentia and Yorba Linda families asking about local Halloween events and I had no suggestions for them! When I heard of this event I felt to compelled to join my to keep "The Halloween Spirit Alive" locally says Maraj.
Written and Posted By Tina Maraj www.TinaMaraj.com
Event Details:
The "Deadline" for reservations and pre-paid admissions is October 21st. Your reservation gives you a priority spot in line at your assigned time. Children 12 and under are $6( may not be appropriate for children under 5 ); teens and adults cost is $10. Admission at the door is $8 per child and $12 per adult, if space available. Space is limited and reservations can be made beginning September 1 by clicking the "Shopping Cart" link below or by calling the Haunted Hotline at 657.278.4002.
Yorba Linda California: Free TV Recycling and E-Waste Event beginning Friday October 9th thru Sunday October 11th. at Diamond Case Entertainment Center at 655 N. Shepard Street in Yorba Linda.
I was cleaning out my garage and came across a pile of E-Waste, including my poor crashed computer and monitor that I really needed to dispose of. I did a little research and lucky for me I found this event going on this THIS WEEKEND! I had made attempts to recycle these items in the past but could not find a convenient location or time.
I went down to the location near FRY's and Camalot Golf Center near the 91 frwy. I was drove into a very organize collection center attended by the All Green Recycling company. I did not even have to get out of my car of lift anything. My TV and computer items were unloaded for me and all I had to do was sign my name.
In return I received and voucher for up to $1200 credit towards a new Energy-star Television being sold by Diamond Home Theater Company, which I found out was hosting the event. I browsed their store and inventory which was very impressive. The credit which was being applied towards a Mitsubishi TV appeared to be substantial if you were ready to purchase a TV this weekend.
Overall I was happy thta I participated in this event. Thank You Diamond Case Home Theater for bringing this to our community! Written By Tina Maraj, REALTOR Since 1989 www.TinaMaraj.com
For other recycling events contact www.allgreenrecycling.com
Susan G. Komen for the Cure 2009 Newport Beach from Randy Tovar on Vimeo.
On Sunday September 27th, Team RE/MAX NOC Completed the Susan G. Komen, Race for The Cure 5k Walk held at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Thanks to the support of family, friends and business partners I was able to reach my fundraising goal and even exceeded the amount! Here is a little vidoe of our experience at the walk. I hope next year you may be enticed to join us! Sincere Thanks, Tina Maraj, RE/MAX NOC Team Captian www.OCKomen.com/race/TinaMaraj
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Fullerton Real Estate Agent. 20 Years of Sales Experience. Representing Sellers and Buyers. Property Management Services. Short Sales,Bank Repo,Foreclosure Sales, FHA,Relocation, Troy High School.
Tina Maraj REALTOR, CA DRE LIC# 01045442 has the best of both worlds to offer to her clients. Celebrating 20 years of full time real estate sales experience and a vast knowledge of internet marketing and tech savy! Tina has spent half her life selling homes in Fullerton. The past 13 years she has been building her business and marketing system with RE/MAX of North Orange County. Let her experience guide you through this changing market.
Tina Maraj began her Real Estate Career shortly after graduating from Troy High School in 1988. While she was attending college in Fullerton she studied Advertising with an emphasis in Public Relations . During this time Tina was also very active with local association of Realtors serving on many committees. After college Tina dedicated herself to building a Thriving Real Estate Career.
She began working in the Century 21 system and was trained by a top Real Estate Broker in the area. After completing 6 years learning the basics of the business Tina took her business to the next level and joined Ron Holborn at RE/MAX of North Orange County, the #1 RE/MAX Office in the area. Over her 19 year Career Tina has achieved many top sales awards including being a Part of RE/MAX 100 Percent Club for Several Years.
Tina has become a well known professional in Fullerton and the surrounding Community including Cerritos and Artesia. Her consistent marketing and for sale signs around town have made her truly recognized as an area specialist! Tina loves using her Advertising background to assist Sellers and also enjoys working with first time home buyers and people relocating into the area.
Tina is currenty using her knowledge by assisting disstressed homeowner modify their home loans as a Loss Mitigation Specialist with Titanium Solutions. "There are several ways that your mortgage company would like to help you stay in your home. You just need to be open to the assistance and see what can be done." Says Tina
I Enjoy Selling and Preserving the American Dream!
Tina has enjoyed continued success in her business by recieveing referals from past clients. Nothing speaks louder about a salespersons reputation than their past clients!
We are the proud owners of our very first home in the community we hoped to be in :) Tina made that happen for us. She is an awesome full-service agent and would highly recommended her to anyone. We've learned a lot from this new experience and Tina had provided us necessary tools and stuffs to go through it like a pro!
We really appreciate your help and thank you so much for making one of our dreams a reality. Hopefully we will continue to keep in touch as you are not just our agent - you have become our new-found friend :) What a great bonus that came with our new-found house!
The G Family July 2009
With Tina's help, my wife and I recently purchased a new home in Fullerton, California after shopping around for almost a year. We initiated contact with Tina after discovering an ad for a property in her local area. It was obvious from the initial communication that Tina was a serious and dedicated professional.
As our purchase was a bank foreclosed property, the process was a little different than the typical home purchase and Tina walked us through the process step by step. I have no doubt that had it not been for Tina's professional efforts, the property would have gobbled up quickly by other bargain hunting homebuyers.
In any real estate market, buyers and sellers need an agent who will work to protect and pursue the best interests of their clients; my wife and I believe that Tina is this person.
Sincerely, Matthew and Christie Reichman New Homeowners, April 2008
Tina from RE/MAX North Orange County represents the professional side of a great Realtor with a plethora of understanding past and present real estate trends. Working with her I felt no apprehension of buying my home in a changing market. Tina's advice about the neighborhood, local amenities structure and condition of the property made me feel at ease. She was able to research other home sales in the area, crime statics and the ratio of renters to owners in my community. I will certinately use Tina againg and refer her to my friends and family. Thanks Tina! Jamail Brown, New Homeowner October 2007
4/29/07
Perspective sellers and buyers,
In working with Tina Maraj-Shah for the past 11 years, my husband and I have found her to be very pleasant to work with. She has always been very responsive and prompt in getting us any information we have requested. Her attitude is always positive and she is more than willing to go the extra mile.
Tina has also taken an interest in our children and has sponsored their softball and soccer teams. We would recommend her services to anyone who is looking for a realtor in the Orange County area.
Sincerely, Jorge and Rebecca Gonzalez Fullerton Ca
January, 2007
We were fortunate to have Tina be our agent and represent us in the sale of the house. We picked Tina from among several agents that we interviewed as she came well prepared with pertinent brochures and was able to cheerfully answer our questions.
The house sale took place at a time when sales had plunged and several houses in the immediate neighborhood were listed - some for a long time. Tina's knowledge was evident in pricing the house for the right amount and she was very helpful in suggesting the improvements and finishing touches that we made at the last moment. Tina or one of her Remax team was always available to answer our questions and to conduct open houses. She handled the paperwork moved the sale through escrow in maximum time and at all times was very professional and knowledgeable in performing her duties.
We recommend Tina to any future seller/buyer and would be happy to engage her services in the future.
Sincerely,
Munir and Hilda Zacharia
Tina was always working for me. She showed clients my Anaheim Hills home at all hours of the day, night and weekends. Whenever I needed something completed from her she did it on time. I would definitely use Tina again for buying, selling or property management. I am happy to refer her to my friends and family.
Jhonny (Jett) Pedroza; November 2006
One of the best days in 2006 was when a friend referred Tina Maraj Shah Realtor. My employment took me away from Fullerton to Kentucky. Tina was my "lucky penny" that appeared on my doorstep and successfully moved in to handle my transition with incredible professionalism, unquestionable ethics, as well as a delightful personality. Tina aggressively promoted my unique property on Melville, providing guidance with moral principles, while never letting go of her positive and enchanting personality. Tina is an energetic professional; she initiates options for the client, keeps her appointments and completes all expected follow-up. I am so fortunate to have entered into a business relationship with Tina and would fully recommend Tina if you need a genuine real estate professional. Tina will not disappoint you.
Margaret Lawson, VP Science & Innovation; October 2006
We chose Tina as our Realtor when we purchased our home on Miramar in June 2003. Our agent was very disappointing. Tina represented the sellers. We were impressed with the way she handled the transaction and came to find out from The Rafters that they had worked with Tina in the past and were happy with her results. When we needed to purchase a home in April of 2004 so we could have a place to live while we were remodeling our Raymond Hills Home, we enlisted Tina's services for the purchase. Tina represented and protected our needs quite well. In July2006 we were ready to sell our home on Balfour. Once again Tina exceeded our expectation as an agent . She sold our home in 7 days and we received $3,100.00 over the asking price! I can't tell you how relieved our family is to have found Tina Maraj Shah Realtor of RE/MAX North Orange County in Fullerton. She has made purchasing and selling a positive and pleasurable experience. Paul & Karla Webb; July, 2006
"What my husband and I can truly say about the purchase of our home in Hidden Lakes is that Tina was there to make things happen. Then, from the purchase of our home, February 2006 to now , she remains in contact with us. Keep it up Tina"!
Al and Antonette Floresca, February 2006
"I had been receiving market updates through the mail from Tina for 15 years. When I was ready to sell my Hidden Lakes Property in Fullerton I could not think of anyone else to call but Tina. She handled my transaction in a pleasant and professional manner."
George Ripple ;Real Estate Investor. January 2006
For Client Referral Information Prior to 2006 Please See Blogs Posted as Tina's Past Clients.
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