About Anderson Hurst Associates Santa Barbara, CA Real Estate Agent

Exceeding Expectations

ASHLEY ANDERSON & PAUL HURST

Paul has been a successful real estate agent since 1982, and a broker since 1986. In 2011, he joined forces with Ashley, after she retired from her successful 20-year Public Relations career to become a full-time real estate professional. The magic and energy of this partnership is evident. These decades-long friends bring complementary professional expertise, an old-school work ethic, effective creativity, and the most current technological tools to every client they represent. The results speak for themselves.

Consistently ranking in the Top One-Half to 1% of Berkshire Hathaway Agents Nationwide, Ashley and Paul are respected members of the real estate community, locally and regionally.

ABOUT ASHLEY

• Ran her own successful public relations firm for over 20 years.

• Licensed California Realtor® since 2011.

• Expert in marketing and strategy.

• UCSB Graduate.

• DRE# 01903215

ABOUT PAUL

• California Real Estate Broker since 1986; licensed California Realtor® since 1982.

• Berkshire Hathaway Mentor.

• Member of the Technology Committee for the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors® (2011-2015).

• Certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist.

• ICREA Certified Transnational Referral Network.

• Pepperdine University graduate.

• Santa Barbara native.

• DRE# 00826530.

ABOUT ASHLEY & PAUL

• Top One-Half of 1% of Berkshire Hathaway Agents nationwide.

• Top 100 Agents in Berkshire Hathaway Central Coast / Los Angeles Regions.

• Consistent Chairman’s Circle Diamond, Platinum and Gold Award Recognition.

• Consistent ranking in the Top 5-10% of the Santa Barbara MLS.

• Berkshire Hathaway Luxury Division.

• Over 65 years of combined real estate, public relations and marketing expertise.

• Certified Relocation Agents for Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Real Estate Affiliates.

• Members of Santa Barbara Association of Realtors®, California Association of Realtors®, National Association Realtors®. Paul is also a member of the Ventura Association of Realtors®, with access to Multiple Listing Services statewide.

Full-time, all-in, totally accountable real estate professionals.

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING REAL ESTATE REPRESENTATION

EXPERIENCE: How much experience does the agent have? This is very important, as you will be dealing with contracts and situations that could affect you financially and legally.

SUCCESS: To be properly represented, it is advisable to select a full-time agent who has a proven track record. Ask the agent how many transactions they have completed in the past 12 months. Ask if they’ve received any professional awards. This is important, because there is a lot at stake for you. Just as you’d want to choose a doctor who has vast experience in what you are being treated for, it is extremely important to select a full- time, successful real estate agent.

NEGOTIATION: Talk with the agent about appropriate negotiation strategies for your transaction.

BROKERAGE: Ask the agent about the brokerage they work with. Ask what kind of market share that brokerage has. Ask what advantages you will have by being represented by that brokerage. Research that brokerage to ensure they are with a reputable, successful, financially secure firm that will still be around if you ever need them.

REFERENCES: Ask for references from past clients.

RELATIONSHIPS: Does the agent have good working relationships with, and the respect of other agents, lenders, escrow and title people? Your transaction is likely to go more smoothly when relationships based on trust and experience are working for you.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Make sure you feel comfortable that the agent will take time for any questions you may have. Ask the agent how quickly your calls, texts or emails will get answered. It is important that the agent will take the time to clearly explain every aspect of the contract process and transaction to you. Ask the agent what happens to your transaction if the agent goes out of town or has some other unforeseen event. Ask what you can expect from the agent in terms of reporting and updates.

TECHNOLOGY: Whether you are high tech or old school, it is important that the agent is tech savvy.

INTEGRITY: Make sure you feel comfortable that the agent conducts him or herself with honesty and integrity.

Offering top REALTOR® services in a comfortable, relaxed manner

Welcome you to the ANDERSON | HURST | Associates website, where you can use a variety of resources to learn about our community, find available properties, and learn more about the real estate process. Ashley Anderson & Paul Hurst bring a high level of expertise to the table as seasoned, experienced professionals.

As your trusted consultants/representatives, Ashley, Paul and their team will work tirelessly to help purchase or sell a property in Santa Barbara, Montecito, or anywhere in the South County. They will ensure they make the process enjoyable and successful.

Be sure to visit the Testimonials page (link below) to see what some of Ashley's and Paul's clients are saying about their award-winning service. Thanks for visiting!

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