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Dan Zarate

ABR, e-PRO, GRI
Agent Member Since April `08

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Avg Photos per Listing: 22

Chesapeake, VA  
United States

Phone: 757-483-2121
Cell: (757)237-5422
Fax: 757-483-0776

My mission is to provide the utmost in customer service and attention to detail for both purchasers and sellers of homes throughout the Hampton Roads area. I specialize in residential real estate and offer an extensive amount of knowledge and experience in the dynamics of the local market.

It is my goal to meet the real estate needs of my clients within the shortest possible time frame. I will not waste your time. I have been working in residential real estate for over 5 years and have established an excellent working relationships with business leaders throughout the local area. My network includes a number of loan officers, attorneys, inspectors, religious leaders, and school officials.

I have been recognized as highly organized, customer service oriented, and motivated to succeed. I possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. I pride myself on getting it right the first time, on time. I enjoy a significant amount of referral business and consider this a tremendous personal compliment. It is my desire to not only meet but exceed your expectations of a real estate agent. I am particularly skilled with first time homeowners, the elderly, investors, and military relocations.

I have earned a number of certifications including: Accredited Buyers Representative, Sellers Representative Specialist (SRS), Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES),Internet Real Estate Professional (e-PRO). I am a graduate of the Graduate Realtor Institute. I am a veteran of the United States Navy and received many awards including two Navy Commendation Medals and five Navy Achievement Medals from the Secretary of the Navy in recognition of superior job performance. I am active in a number of community activities and organizations and enjoy the outdoors, particularly saltwater fishing.
6/17/2009 5:41:00 AM

Buying Direct from the Builder

It always seems simple to walk into a model home and deal directly with the builder but that’s not the best idea. More people are taken advantage of when alone than with a real estate agent. All the paperwork you’re required to sign, disclosures, ...

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5/21/2009 7:57:00 AM

The 2009 First Time Home Buyer Incentive

The IRS classifies the first time homebuyer as someone who has not owned a primary residence for 3 years. With that said if you’ve owned a home before but you’ve been renting for the past three years or perhaps living in your vacation home then ...

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3/23/2009 7:48:00 AM

For Sale By Owner (FSBO)

When you chose to sell your home without a real estate agent, most likely it’s to save money. Research has shown that selling a home privately can save as much as $9000 during the home selling process. Don’t be swayed by the money savings alone. ...

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3/15/2009 7:17:00 AM

Preparing For An Open House

An open house can be beneficial for both the buyer and the seller. For the buyer, it is an opportunity to view the home casually to determine if it meets their needs and criteria. For sellers, it is an opportunity to reach a larger number of potential buyers ...

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3/9/2009 3:54:00 PM

5 Don'ts Before Buying A Home

Just because you’re buying a home doesn’t mean that life has to stop, or does it? Here are some suggestions you should avoid doing before buying a home. Purchase a Car. Purchasing the car before buying a home will have an effect on what the mortgage ...

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2/26/2009 9:10:00 AM

Should You Buy Or Rent?

It is not easy to decide to go from renting to buying a home, but it is a decision that most face at some point. Before you make your own decision, consider the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Buying and renting each make sense under a variety ...

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2/19/2009 12:10:00 PM

Selling Your Home In A Slow Market

Due to the recent slow down in the real estate market within the US, home sellers will need to evaluate their overall real estate mindset. In order to sell your home successfully, you may need to take a different approach. Sellers are now faced with a sluggish ...

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2/13/2009 8:56:00 AM

The Importance of Home Inspections

There are many qualified and talented home inspectors, who have the ability to offer comprehensive and accurate home inspections, but some home owners do not take advantage of their service. Part of the reason for this is that they do not see the inherent ...

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