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Your Camarillo Real Estate Agent, Why I became A Realtor!!!

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Real Estate Agent with 805 County Real Estate

Mana ShoppingIt is hard to admit this to others outside of my immediate family, but I love to shop. I am what you would call a "bargain Shopper".  Most people who visit our home think that either most of our decorative items are antiques or they are purchased by an interior decorator. My closest friends and family members know my little secret. I shop at places like Marshalls and other bargain stores in our area.

When these same friends and family members call me up for shopping suggestions and ideas I hardly ever say no. As I said I love shopping, I usually get a free meal and catch up with my friends life (oh, I am a great listener as well). They all love opening up my gifts because 99.99% of the time it is something that fits the personality of that person (even clothes).

About five years ago these same people insisted that I get my Real Estate License. They pointed out that I have a talent for identifying an individual's needs in just a few meetings and a tendency to not quit until that need is met.

So here I am five years latter. My love for shopping as I finally revealed to Sarah Cooper is still within me and my love to help people purchase what they are eagerly searching for is stronger than ever.

I make it a mission to get to know my clients not because I am a snooping Realtor, but because I really, really want to help my home buyers. After all we are shopping aren't we? I need to know everyone's size and preferences!!!!

Why did you become a Real Estate Agent?

Comments(17)

Cynthia Sloop
Community Association Manager - Indianapolis, IN

Mana-

I like to shop too!  I love to decorate!  I became a REALTOR because I like to help people, I am good with publishing programs, taking pictures and enjoy the challenge of marketing.  I love computers.  I also love looking at homes, style, etc.  Just seemed natural to become a REALTOR.  Thanks for asking.  I'll keep an eye on this post to see what other comments you receive.

Jun 30, 2007 08:13 AM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Cynthia, And that's a making of a good realtor.
Jun 30, 2007 08:42 AM
Jack Haydon
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater Beach, FL
Clearwater Beach Condos - Real Estate Homes for Sale

Mana,

Great post! Yes, I tell my customers the same thing 'Just think of this as shopping and enjoy looking at homes'. Have a great holiday.

Jack 

Jun 30, 2007 01:52 PM
Christina Lackey
Coldwell Banker Prime Properties - North Syracuse, NY
Syracuse Central New York Real Estate
I am a bargain- aholic!  I love my bargains and I love to find a great deal.  This is a great little story, and the qualities you're talking about ARE exactly what make you a good Realtor.  Sounds like you and this job are a perfect match.
Jun 30, 2007 02:15 PM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA

Jack, You go Shopping?:)

Christina, I bet there are a lot of good bargains in your neck of the woods.

Jun 30, 2007 03:26 PM
Irina Netchaev
Pasadena Views Real Estate Team, Inc. - Pasadena, CA
Pasadena CA Real Estate
Mana, I'm not much of a shopper and find it a chore... :-(  But, I love, absolutely love, helping my clients with their real estate needs.  What a great feeling to know that you helped someone buy a home of their dreams or sell their home for a lot more than they expected! 
Jun 30, 2007 03:55 PM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Irina, Do you want me to go shopping for you? :)
Jun 30, 2007 04:00 PM
Irina Netchaev
Pasadena Views Real Estate Team, Inc. - Pasadena, CA
Pasadena CA Real Estate

Hey Mana, I'd rather do it together.  Maybe your love for shopping will rub off. 

I do love the Camarillo outlets.  They have the best Ann Taylor and Karen Kane store.  So... maybe, I'm not a total loss yet.  :-)

Jun 30, 2007 04:09 PM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Irina, You got it. You even commented on by post:Yes, I am Talking to You Southern California Members so give me a call when ever you are up here in Camarillo. 
Jun 30, 2007 04:17 PM
Irina Netchaev
Pasadena Views Real Estate Team, Inc. - Pasadena, CA
Pasadena CA Real Estate

Mana, you bet I will...

Jun 30, 2007 04:32 PM
Jack Haydon
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater Beach, FL
Clearwater Beach Condos - Real Estate Homes for Sale

Mana,

LOL......I shop for homes with female customers....I hate shopping otherwise.....but you have to know what relaxes a woman....LOL

Jack

Jul 01, 2007 08:28 AM
Cyndee Haydon
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
727-710-8035 Clearwater, Beach Short Sales Luxury Condos &Homes
Mana - he's not kidding and they LOVE house shopping with him :-) I married such a KEEPER!!! We may need to do a similar post in the future if it's ok with you. LOVE IT.  
Jul 01, 2007 01:48 PM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Cyndee, You know the answer to that. It is certainly okay. I still can't Imagine Jack as the ladies' personal house shopper. LOL
Jul 01, 2007 04:50 PM
Rita Taylor
None - Sanford, NC
Sanford NC Real Estate - Homes for Sale in Sanford North Carolina

Mana,

My husband and I have always been fascinated with houses.  I love old victorian homes and farmhouses.  My husband is nuts about homes in general.  I think he has drawn floorplans up for his dream home about a million times.  I also love to find the right home for someone because I get to share in their excitement.

Jul 11, 2007 04:58 PM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Rita, We are very much a like then.
Jul 11, 2007 04:59 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE
I'm right along with you on "knowing" my client's. Only like shopping if it takes a little bit of time. :)
Aug 14, 2007 06:25 AM
Mana Tulberg
805 County Real Estate - Camarillo, CA
Real Estate Agent - Camarillo CA
Sally, Time and determination tend to pay off.
Aug 14, 2007 12:59 PM