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Real Estate Broker/Owner |
RAINER 4,613 |
| Tess Shepard | ||
| Real Estate Broker | ||
| location_on La Mesa, CA — FocalPoint Realty | ||
| Cal BRE #01378619 | insert_link http://www.efocalpointrealty.com | |
| web Tess Shepard's (FocalPoint Realty) Blog | ||
Tess Shepard's Real Estate Biography
I started working in real estate long before I got my license.
I looked at homes all the time, touring open houses on weekends, reading all of the newpaper ads for listed homes (it was a while ago) and looking at homes while out of town on vacation. I have always loved homes. I love knowing how they were conceived and how they get built. I love understanding the land that they are built on. I love the effect that a really great space can have on me and I believe deeply in the positive impact of homeownership on individuals and communities. When I needed a new career that would allow me to be more in control of my schedule, I chose residential real estate.
I have been living and working in the San Diego area since 2004 and in real estate since 1998. My former work as a real estate investor gives me additional depth as a contract manager and negotiator and my work in real estate has taken me all over the city. I know many neighborhoods as a result. Buyers in the San Diego area love the fact that I can help them with multiple locations. Sellers benefit from my experience in preparing a home for sale, my polished presentations and marketing, my highly professional representation of them and their home and my negotiating skills. My office at Grossmont Center allows me to work in City of La Mesa and provides unparalleled support, allowing me to focus on managing important client issues related to mortgages, title, escrow and negotiation.
I work closely with collegue brokers, trading information and best practice techniques. These relationships and my management experience help sales to go smoothly and assist me to successfully work though any transaction difficulties that arise. Successful completions of several estate and divorce-related home and apartment sales have created an important niche in my business. An accomplished and entertaining public speaker and educator, I enjoy talking to groups on the topic of real estate.
Upgrading and updating knowledge and skills is very important in the ever-changing area of real estate. I believe there is no substitute for education and continuous improvement, so I invest time and money in my ability to benefit my client. The designations I hope reflect this commitment. I am a Certified Risk Management Specialist (RMS). The RMS is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field. The RMS recognizes professional accomplishments in experience, sales success, and education.
The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council is one of my credentials. The designation was earned after successfully completing comprehensive coursework in buyer representation and demonstrating professional expertise.
I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS). The CRS is the highest designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field. The CRS recognizes professional accomplishments in experience, sales success, and education.
The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council is one of my credentials. The designation was earned after successfully completing comprehensive coursework in buyer representation and demonstrating professional expertise.
In the belief that seniors has unique needs, I have obtained the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation. It demonstrates the necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50+ through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home.
| JY |
| 09/16/2016 |
| “I have had the great pleasure of knowing Tess Shepard since 2003. I hired Tess to negotiate the purchase of my first home. I was so pleased with the work that Tess did for us the first time, we never even considered another agent. When it came time to negotiate, Tess got the initial asking purchase price and all the home improvements that we asked for. I would give Tess my highest recommendation. Tess's unique talent set was invaluable to me. She knows the San Diego market inside out and everybody involved in it. In touring properties and meeting with owners and agents, it quickly became apparent that Tess is one of the most respected agents in town. I subsequently learned why. Tess took the time to understand what I want and what I really needed. As a result, she was able to find the perfect home for me and even make space planning recommendations that were right on target. Tess did so much more for me than was required or expected. She was truly there for the entire process and remains so. Any problem or issue that has arisen, she has done everything in her power to make right. Not only did she find the right home for me but her expertise and advice saves us a significant amount of money. Tess was extremely hard-working and tenacious negotiator. I would describe her as fiercely loyal to his clients. She is also one of the most positive, upbeat people I have ever met which makes working with her a true pleasure.” — J.Y. |
| LK |
| 09/01/2016 |
| “We are writing to express my pleasure with real estate broker Tess Shepard who represented us in our recent purchase of a single-family home. Tess guided us through the entire process, from loan prequalification to searching for houses to making the offer and closing the deal. We credit Tess with a smooth, stress-free home-buying experience. This is our third purchase of property, and never had we had such a pleasurable experience. Tess is savvy, personable and knows the market inside and out. We never could have gotten our dream home without her. To reiterate, we are nothing but pleased with Tess and her expertise and we commend her to everyone.” — L.K. |
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