Jennifer's Blog

Help! Negotiating Second Liens for Short Sale

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:48:53 -0500

I am looking for some help negotiating with second lien holders. I have found that more and more banks are requiring us as agents to negotiate the second lien. I've already had one denied for the $3000 the first allowed for it and I'm working on about 6 others. Any information, tips and knowledge would be most helpful!

3%.... For one side Right? Banks Cutting Us Short

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:20:27 -0500

Today I finally got an approval on a file that we have been working on since January.... waiting and waiting for lender approval! Today we finally received word that it looks like our file is going to be approved, however that they are going to give 3% to commissions. I thought 'for one side right?' Then the words came out of the negotiators mouth.... "for both agents. 1.5% to each agent." I was shocked! I've heard as low as 4%... but 3% for all the work we put into it seems just rediculous!

Jennifer Horton

Realtor

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

Marin County, CA

www.BeautifulHomesofMarin.com

Open House! Beautiful Setting for This Custom Home in Paradise, CA 95969

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:52:23 -0500

OPEN HOUSE SAT 4/11/08 1-3PM
363 Roe Rd, off Foster or Neal
Paradise, CA 95969

Owner is open to Lease-Option, Owner Carry (w/ good down).

Beautiful & Private Custom Home
363 Roe Rd, Paradise, CA 95969 Click to View Show This beautiful setting in Paradise is the perfect place to call home! 3 spacious Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and gorgeous vaulted ceilings make this a great family home. Enjoy the formal dinning room, spacious living room, plus a cozy family room. A fireplace and a wood stove are a great way to heat this home on those cold winter days. Enjoy the private lot with a great back yard for the kids to play. This home is well built and on a great lot! Bring your decorators touch and give this home a new modern look! Priced to sell!

Details Asking Price: $299,000 Sq. Feet: 1883 Lot Size: .68 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 # of Floors: 1 Garage Size: 2 Car Year Built: 1979		Contact Info Jennifer Horton Main 415.599.6789 Dir 530.864.2677 Email \| Website Other Shows

Are the Banks Playing Hard Ball???

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 02:31:29 -0600

I am curious.... there are so many banks out there that all of us are dealing with on short sales, which are the best to work with? I know there are certain banks to stay away from and others that are cooperating. I think we could all benifit from knowing which banks are the "good guys" and which one's we need to kick to the curb! Save us all some time!

Jennifer Horton

Realtor

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

Marin County, CA

www.MarinHomesandCondos.com

3320 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:03:45 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 415.599.6789

3320 Kerner blvd, San Rafael, CA

Well maintained 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome. For more information visit: www.JenniferHortonSells.com

3 Bdrm Townhouse

offered at $379,000

Year Built	1973
Sq Footage	1,323
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Covered spaces
Lot Size	3,615 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Charming & well maintained 3bedroom & 1.5bath.
This is a large end unit with air conditioning.
Remodeled kitchen with new tile floors & tile
counter tops. Upstairs bathroom updated with new
tiled shower,tile floors,vanity & sink. Spacious
dining area with wood floors. Newer carpet in
living room. Updated patio with tile floors that
leads to covered parking for two cars plus guest
parking & extra storage. Closed to shops &
transportation.

see additional photos below

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Covered parking	Guest parking	Clubhouse
Storage space(s)	Swimming pool(s)	Playground

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

415.599.6789

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 1, 2008, 10:40pm PST

Are You A Routine Person?

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:52:26 -0600

Are You A Routine Person?

In the world of Real Estate, routines can be your best friend. Top producing agents always have a routine- whether they are aware of it or not. They do those mundane tasks day in and day out that create consistent results.

Not all routines are good routines though. You may find yourself busy doing "your real estate routine" that you do every week, yet find yourself getting dismal results. Why you ask is your routine not a success?! You're doing the wrong things!

Here's what to do: Create a list of what your current routine consists of. Then, go through each item on your list and ask yourself ‘is this a task that makes me money?' Examples of this are following up with a prospect and in turn getting an appointment to show that potential client a home. These are referred to as ‘money making tasks'. Now not all tasks that are necessary fit into this category. There are routine office procedures like paying bills, organizing your workspace clutter, etc that need to be done to be productive and in business yet are not ‘money making' activities. Ask yourself- ‘is this item necessary for my business?' Also, you need to evaluate how much time you are devoting to your ‘non-money making activities' - too much time spent on these items means most of your precious energy is being spent on these items and need to be redirected. If you're spending all day on non-money making activities, you must re-adjust your routine so that you will see better and more constant results. Cross off your list the tasks that are not making you money and that are not necessary, or readjust the amount of time you spend on them. Stick to your new routine list and remember, all successful people have some sort of routine and stick to it!

Feel free to share your routine so that others may learn from it!

Jennifer Horton

Realtor

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

Marin County, CA

9 Sunnyhill, Novato, CA 94949- Marin County Real Estate

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:20:34 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 415.599.6789

9 Sunnyhill, Novato, CA

Fabulous home in great neighborhood with an open and spacious floor plan. The private back yard features an in-ground swimming pool on a large .25 acr

4 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $779,000

Year Built	1962
Sq Footage	2,622
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3 full, 1 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	11,151 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Gorgeous home w/a perfect floor plan- Great for a large family. Beautiful backyard with swimming pool, patio and gardens. Located in a great neighborhood with private .25 acre lot.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
Hardwood floor	Living room	Office/Den
Dining room	Dishwasher	Stove/Oven
Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Swimming pool

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Extra Studio w/ Bath

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

415.599.6789

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 1, 2008, 10:38pm PST

30 Pizarro Ct, Novato, CA 94949- Marin County

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:14:48 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 530.864.2677

30 Pizarro Ave, Novato, CA

Beautiful Hamilton home with Bamboo Style flooring. Open and spacious floor plan. For more info: www.JenniferHortonSells.com

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $659,000

Year Built	1998
Sq Footage	1,615
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	4,530 sqft
HOA/Maint	$14 per month

DESCRIPTION

Fantastic opportunity to own this Monterey model in Bayside. Gorgeous bamboo Style Wilsonart Flrs thruout main level. Spacious gourmet kitchen w/ tons of counter space & cabinets. Inviting family room w/frplc. Upstairs has 3bed/2ba w/luxurious master suite w/fabulous bath and 2 large closets. Beautilly landscaped front & back yard. *Price is subject to Short Sale*

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Living room	Dining room
Dishwasher	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Laundry area - inside

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

530.864.2677

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 3, 2008, 5:02pm PST

Immaculant Hamilton Home- Novato, CA 94949

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:13:14 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 415.599.6789

Immaculant Hamilton Home, Novato, CA

This Immaculant Hamilton Home must Go! *Price subject to short sale*

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $759,000

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	1,758
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	5,184 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Elegant and Dramatic Capistrano model on a
desirable cul-de-sac in excellent condition. It�s truly one of the Bayside�s largest lots and the finest home you�ll find. Private and Quiet. Near open space to Bay Trail on Reservoir Hill. Landscaped beautifully with Saltillo tile. Maple cabinetry throughout and a gorgeous built-in entertainment center. Fabulous new marble floors and fireplace, dual pane windows, A/C, spacious kitchen with breakfast bar, family room and much more! Don�t miss this fabulous home!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Tile floor
Family room	Living room	Dining room
Breakfast nook	Dishwasher	Stove/Oven
Microwave	Stainless steel appliances	Balcony, Deck, or Patio
Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

View of Reservoir Hill

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

415.599.6789

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 12, 2008, 8:06pm PST

Marin Home on Corner Lot- Marin County Real Estate, CA

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:11:13 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 415.599.6789

Marin Home on Corner Lot, Novato, CA

Great single level home on corner lot.

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $529,000

Year Built	1954
Sq Footage	1,188
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	6,050 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great single level home on corner lot with wood beamed ceilings, breakfast bar in kitchen, fireplace with wood stove insert, 2 car garage, & more! Convenient location for shopping, schools and commute.

see additional photos below

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

415.599.6789

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 8, 2008, 9:24pm PST

Terra Linda Home on Large view lot- San Rafael, Ca

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:08:28 -0600

Jennifer Horton | Trin Hong Real Estate Inc. | 415.599.6789

3 Parkridge, San Rafael, CA

Great corner lot! One of a kind, well maintained 3bd/3ba in a desirable San Rafael Park Area. Award-winning Dixie School District.

3 Bdrm Single Family House

offered at $759,000

Year Built	1966
Sq Footage	1,628
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	12,066 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Great corner lot! One of a kind, well maintained 3bd/3ba in a desirable San Rafael Park Area. Award-winning Dixie School District. Spacious living rm w/frplc, formal dining, hrdwd flrs throughout. Spacious kit. opens to backyard w/carport, fruit trees, views of hills and beautiful greenbelt. 2 car Att. Auto Garage. Great neighborhood! Conveniently nr school, shopping center and freeway.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central heat	Fireplace	Hardwood floor
Tile floor	Family room	Living room
Bonus/Rec room	Dining room	Breakfast nook
Dishwasher	Stove/Oven	Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Views, Private area

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Jennifer Horton

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

415.599.6789

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 3, 2008, 6:00pm PST

How to Choose the best Website Domain?

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 20:57:56 -0600

I'm looking for some help on how to choose the best website domain address to reap the best search results. I'm currently searching for a new web domain. There are probably many variables to think about and I'm wondering what expert advise you can send my way! Thanks!

Jennifer Horton

Realtor

Marin County, CA

Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.

http://www.jenniferhortonsells.com/

Active Rain Success Stories

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:13:03 -0600

As a new Active Rain member, I would love to hear some of your experiences on how active rain has helped your business. What exactly are you doing and where are customers finding you? I'm very excited about this new active rain community and would love to hear how it is working for everyone.

Get More Referrals!

Jennifer Horton (Trin Hong Real Estate Inc.) — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:46:19 -0600

I have had great business, great repeat business but I am not getting as much referral business as I would think I shoud be getting. What suggestions do you have for getting my clients to pour out the referals?