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About Tara Taylor

December 9th, 2009 categories: Chico CA Real Estate News

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I am Tara Taylor, Realtor and “Buyer’s Specialist” for The Sandi Bauman Team! at Chico Homes. Our ‘Top Producing’ Real Estate TEAM specializes in providing exceptional service to our clients.

Exceptional service to me is all about integrity, commitment, loyalty, relationships, fairness, and professionalism.

The Golden Rule is an instinctual part of our business at Chico Homes and we strive to make sure every client gets the same quality of service and satisfaction.

Originally from the Midwest, I was born and raised in Lafayette, Indiana, in a desirable college town, much like Chico. I graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology in 2001. After graduation, I quickly moved to California and found Chico to be a wonderful place to call home. After finding a new “home” in Chico, I earned my Real Estate license and placed my license with a boutique real estate office here in town. I am dedicated to my profession and I am one who truly loves my job (and this great town)!!

Every client deserves the utmost respect, loyalty, and a great home! My accountability and reliability towards my clients is an essential part of my real estate business. I am accessible to my clients and will return my calls in a timely manner. I also dedicate a great deal of my time and energy to keep up-to-date with the changing market, staying educated on real estate matters affecting the consumer, and looking to the future of home investment. I will work hard to make the buying process a fun, success story for you! I believe that my commitment to “above and beyond” customer service is the difference.

Thank for your interest in The Sandi Bauman Team! at Chico Home. I look forward to working with you on your first or next real estate venture! Let’s go house hunting!!

Call me!

Tara Taylor

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About Sandi Bauman, Top 1% Producing Chico Realtor

December 9th, 2009 categories: Chico CA Real Estate News

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I can assist you with your Butte, Glenn and Tehama County REO files! Please call 530-864-5407 or email [email protected] for a resume detailing my default industry experience. I am one of the primary Chico REO listing agents and work with more than 30 companies. I have references, experienced venders, available capital for repairs and CFK’s, and task management software for the most streamlined transaction possible.

Let me introduce myself by saying that my name is Sandi Bauman. I am a top 1% producing Chico Realtor, and Broker/Owner of Chico Homes. HOWEVER, I have spent a lot of time in your shoes- whether you are a buyer, a seller, or somewhere in between, I know very well what it is like to be right there! I encountered my first real estate transaction at age 19, and have had the benefit (or disappointment) of working with quite a number of salespersons, brokers, and title companies since then. I understand how frustrating and confusing it is to be a consumer relying on a Realtor who just doesn’t seem to fit your needs or expectations.

What are your needs?

Well, according to a recent article, the top three complaints voiced by consumers about real estate agents were as follows:

1. The agent was inaccessible and didn’t return my calls in a timely manner;

2. The agent didn’t take the time to really get to know me and therefore, my real estate needs;

3. The agent didn’t seem to have my best interest at heart.

My philosophy is simple. I treat each client with the same respect, professionalism, and integrity I would hope to find if I were the one doing the hiring. Phone calls and questions via e-mail will be returned at the earliest possible convenience. When it comes to my personal life, I want my questions answered, and my calls returned! I expect that you are looking for the same.

I make a concerted effort to learn as much as possible about my client’s lifestyle, special interests, and ideals in order to respect their time. This will narrow the list of possibilities when it comes to previewing properties, and let us focus on what you really want.

At the end of the day, if you’re not happy, I’m not happy! I will go to great lengths to accomplish your goals in a professional yet personal manner that exceeds your expectations. To me, it’s not about closing the deal. It’s about having you satisfied with the way your transaction was handled.

Give me a call! I’m looking forward to working with you.

Professional Qualifications, Affiliations and Designations

* Top 1% Producer, Chico MLS 2010-2012

* Chico Homes Top Listing Agent 2006-2012
* Chico Homes Top Producer 2005-2012

* Certified Luxury Homes Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
* Certified Internet Professional( e-PRO)

* Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource Certification (SFR)

* Five Star Professional (FSP)

* Vendor Resource Management Trained (VRM)

* Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
* Member, Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC)
* Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designated

* Chico Association of Realtors, elected board member 2000, 2013
* Sierra North Valley Multiple Listing Service
* California Association of Realtors
* National Association of Realtors
* JustListed Certified Professional
* Realtor.com enhanced listings
* Active Rain Rainmaker
* Localism participant

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New Chico foreclosure listings to watch

November 11th, 2009 categories: Chico CA Foreclosure Listings

Looking to buy a greater Chico area foreclosure? These listings are coming soon!

862 E 5th Ave, Chico
3265 Rockin M, Chico
4 Coolwater, Chico
4463 Casa Sierra, Paradise
1828 Arrowhead, Paradise
6821 Sacramento, Nelson
1628 Sweem, Oroville
965 Lindsey, Oroville
86 Montana, Oroville
328 Crane, Oroville
322 Butte, Orland

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It’s here! Online offer submission for Sandi Bauman’s listings!!

October 4th, 2009 categories: Busy Girls Guide, Chico CA Real Estate News

Realtors: for the most expedient processing of your offer on a Sandi Bauman Team listing, please use our new online submission form.

Visit us here: online submission form

Added bonus! Save yourself the phone call, and check status online! Real time results will show if there are already offers submitted on your property of choice.

We’re looking forward to working with you.

Thank you for showing one of our listings!

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Looking for a deal under $200,000 in Chico?

October 1st, 2009 categories: Chico CA Real Estate News

2496 Streamside Court, Chico CA

(click the link above for lots of pictures and full details)

Great first time home buyer property!

Single family homes in Chico, that are in ” move-in ready” condition, are REALLY tough to find.

This one is waiting for a new family at only $194,999!

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Shadow Inventory Leading to a New Housing Crash?

September 28th, 2009 categories: Uncategorized

We’ve been hearing some sunny reports as of late regarding the state of the housing market. Many sources are adamant that we have “hit bottom” and that the foreclosures will not be flooding in as expected.

Of course, there are always two sides to every story. In this case, there are those market watchers who believe that there is a “shadow inventory” of homes in foreclosure that are looming and threatening to crash the market once again.

From my limited perspective, here in small Chico, CA, I am tempted to lean towards the side that says there is more to come. As a consultant for many lenders, I have witnessed first hand the efforts the banks and government are extending to distressed homeowners. There are many loan modification programs in place designed to facilitate homeowners in retaining their properties. Unfortunately, I’ve seen very few cases the programs actually worked to make that happen! More often than not, the lender and homeowner go through the motions of the paperwork, only to find that the loan modification program still doesn’t solve the homeowners problems.

Essentially, all the time and effort involved to retain home ownership for many people has only served to postpone the inevitable process of foreclosure.

For more information, I found this article from Adam Weinstein at DS News informative: http://tinyurl.com/ybrdq7b

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No power, no water, no cable… but what a view!

September 14th, 2009 categories: Uncategorized

I had no idea what we were in for when my husband, kids and I packed into the car to go check on my new listing.

After 4 miles on a gravel road and countless “NO TRESPASSING” signs, we finally happened upon the deal of the day: A 20 acre parcel with views of Lake Oroville. Also included was an unusual home built into the side of the hill. If you’re looking for a very private, rustic getaway far, FAR away from the rest of the world, this might be just right!