- Name
- Jean Blake-Morton
- Company
- Winkelmann Realty
- E-mail
- Contact Jean Blake-Morton (Winkelmann Realty)
- Website
- http://www.AllAboutRealEstateInCA.com
- Office Phone
- (800) 397-3562 x 833
- Cell Phone
- (310) 561-5332
- Alt. Phone
- (323) 467-8888
- Fax
- (323) 467-8899
- Description
- Local Area Relocation Specialist & a CA Realtor since 1991. My goal is to help clients achieve their real estate goals and show you extraordinary skill, diligence and honesty to ensure your success.
About Jean Blake-Morton...
Use this section to write about yourself - don't be shy - Why should a buyer or seller want to work with you? Do you have any certifications and qualifications? What sets you apart from other agents/loan officers?Hi, my name is Jean Blake-Morton and I have been a local CA Realtor since 1991. Relocation is my specialty. Yes, I am a Certified Relocation Specialist (CRP) which is a prestigious designation earned through testing, expertise and on-going education in every aspect of Relocation and awarded by the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (ERC) of which I am a member. While a native Californian, I have experienced Relocation 1st hand as I have also lived in Hawaii and Australia before returning to Southern CA in 1979. I have the privilege to represent corporate clients from around-the-world who are relocating their valued employee and the family to CA and helping educate these employees/transferees (people being relocated by their employer) about the cost-of-living differences from their current home state to our economy in Southern CA. In this "sticker shock" situation, we sometimes explore areas within a 50 mile radius to ascertain the perfect location and then find the perfect new home to meet the needs of the employee. It is very important to me to offer the employee enough solid choices so that they can make the best possible decision to meet their objective(s).
Additionally assist individuals/families relocating out of California to anywhere in the World. This includes selling the local home and assisting in every way possible to ensure a smooth transition to a new location.
Here are my credentials:
MISSION STATEMENT:
To help my clients achieve and exceed their real estate goals and to show them extraordinary skill, diligence and honesty at all times to ensure their real estate success.
MY GOALS:
To earn your trust and deserve your business, thus, MAKING CLIENTS FOR LIFE!
Curriculum Vitae:
Graduate Real Estate Institute (GRI)
Certified Relocation Professional (CRP)
Relocation Professional since 1985
Realtor in California since 1991
Member of Employee Relocation Council (ERC)
Member of the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce
Member of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
Member of the National Association of Realtors
Member of the California Association of Realtors
Member of the Pasadena-Foothill Association of Realtors
Member of the South Bay Association of Realtors
Member of the Greater Los Angeles/Westside MLS
Member of Southland Regional Assn. (SF Valley & Santa Clarita Valley including Stevenson Ranch & Valencia)
Member of Southern California Renewal Council (SCRC)
Top Real Estate Producer
Native Californian & have lived in Hawaii & Australia
From the Peter Drucker School of Managing by Objective
When you are buying or selling property in today's real estate market, it is important to have confidence in your real estate professional. My commitment as your local REALTOR® is to provide you with the specialized real estate service you deserve.
When you are an informed buyer or seller, you will make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That's why my goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in your local area. With the strong history of property values in California, real estate is a sound investment for now and for the future.
As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals.
If you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.
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Areas/Cities Served
CITIES SERVED INCLUDE: (Alphabetical Order)
Altadena, Arcadia, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Burbank, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Culver City, Encino, El Segundo, Glendale, Granada Hills, Hermosa Beach, Hollywood Hills, Hollywood Riviera, LaCanada, Los Angeles, Los Feliz, Manhattan Beach, Marina del Rey, Monrovia, Northridge, Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Playa del Rey, Playa Vista, Porter Ranch, Rancho Palos Verdes/Palos Verdes Peninsula, Redondo Beach, Reseda, San Marino, Santa Clarita Valley (Stevenson Ranch & Valencia), Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, Studio City, Sunset Strip, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Toluca Lake, Torrance, West Hills, Westlake/Westlake Village and Woodland Hills. Please call or E-Mail for additional locations.
Testimonials
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
I called Jean Blake-Morton on Wednesday and asked her to be my Realtor for selling my residence of 42 1/2 years. I first met her Thursday morning when she arrived with a notebook full of information about herself, Winkelmann Realty, data on comparison residences, etc., and most surprising of all, a sample flyer which included a picture of my house. (She had taken this picture on Wednesday without my knowledge). With such thorough and efficient preparation, small wonder why I engaged her services! On that Thursday we signed the necessary papers, and agreed on dates for Realtor walk-throughs, open houses, etc.
The house was put on the market Friday morning. The remainder of Friday and Saturday and Sunday there was a steady stream of calls and visitors. By Monday there were a substantial number of offers so we agreed to curtail further offers, setting a limit for Tuesday evening.
While we went over offers on Tuesday morning, she received a call from someone asking if he could come over and put up a "for sale" sign; obviously it was unnecessary! Neither were the walk-throughs and open houses, which were canceled.
The best offer Tuesday was $101,000 above the asking price!
Obviously the house itself and the location were factors, but I sincerely believe that the major reason the sale was so rapid and successful was the work that Jean Blake-Morton put into her preparation, her website, her knowledgeable strategic planning, her efficiency, her cheerfulness and her volunteering extra services way beyond "the mere necessity." She was available at all times and went way beyond what I had anticipated.
I highly recommend Jean Blake-Morton and Winkelmann Realty unequivocally.
Sincerely,
Carleton B. Shay
Dear Jean, I wanted to express my deepest appreciation for your professionalism, flexibility and total customer focus on the purchase of our new home.
Being a schedule challenged executive, relocating my family from the East Coast to California was a major transition. Your efficient use of my limited time prior to my husbands´ arrival allowed us to select and purchase our home on the first day. You enabled my husband and me to make important decisions while we were together in California due to your professional guidance on inspections, the escrow process and maintenance installers. During the mortgage /closing process you provided insight beyond your responsible areas to ensure the process went smoothly to closure.
I particularly appreciated the flexibility of your schedule and return communication since my schedule typically had me calling upon you outside of normal 9-5 hours. My husband and I truly believe your personal customer focus on our needs enabled us to purchase the home of our dreams with the utmost of value and excellent construction to ease us of high maintenance cost.
We are sharing your name with friends and business associates who are in the process of buying a home. I would also gladly speak to your new customers to share further details and insight of our experience. I wish you well in all your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Mary and Kevin Wolf
"Dear Jean,
Thank you very much for your work representing the sale of our home as our Realtor.
My wife and I are impressed with your work in every way. Not only did you know the market and perform the multiple listing functions thoroughly, but you also had a good sense of the current trend in our neighborhood. You framed every benefit to our advantage and achieved the best offers. While our neighbors were not successful in selling their home over a long period of time, with your expertise we received viable offers in days and were able to bargain from a strong position.
In addition, you went the extra mile in acting as our eyes and ears since we now live at a distance. We are grateful you looked after the painters and assisted us with the other needed vendors in every way possible so we didn't have to be present for all of the details that needed attention.
We would recommend you and would use your services again without hesitation in a second. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Joseph & Pamela"
"Hi Jean,
I don't know how you do so much. You're more than a Realtor!
Have a great weekend.
Norah"
"This letter is to provide you with an insight into the services you will receive with Jean Blake-Morton as your Realtor. In the move of my family to the Los Angeles, California area, I was in unknown territory. My wife and I spoke to Jean about our current home and the needs for our new home in that area. At the same time, Jean provided us with an education on the housing market in the area, which proved to be quite different than our previous experiences. In every way, Jean made herself available to fit our schedule.
Once we had established a weekend to look for homes, Jean met us at the airport and helped us navigate through the unfamiliar traffic to our hotel. In the next two and a half days, we looked at twenty-two homes, including seventeen in one day. She quickly learned the type of home and neighborhood in which we wanted to live in. Of great value was her willingness to let us select from homes within our budget. Unlike many Realtors, there was no pressure to look at homes beyond our grasp or to make a purchase before we were ready. She provided a comfortable environment in which to make our decision.
Fortunately, the home we selected as our favorite unexpectedly became available. She immediately informed us of this opportunity and helped us to make this move. Working many late hours she worked through the many forms and requirements, unique to California. At every step she helped explain and expedite the paperwork. During times when nothing was required she would communicate with us to ensure we were still comfortable with where we were in the process.
My wife and I cannot give a higher recommendation for a Realtor than that which we give to Jean. We were strangers in the beginning, but became friends in the end. Without any doubt, your home buying experience will be made much more enjoyable with Jean at your side.
BD
Silgan Containers"
"Dear Jean,
Thank you so much for all your help. You were so accommodating and knowledgeable. Again, thank you.
JN
Johnson & Johnson"
