In a sea of sameness, COLETTE WASHINGTON is anything but ordinary and proud of it! Her unique style and approach to life and Real Estate make her the perfect choice to outshine the competition, and win for her clients!

COLETTE specializes in HELPING SELLERS avoid common pitfalls to NET MORE MONEY in LESS TIME using proven strategies! She also HELPS BUYERS achieve their dreams of homeownership and build generational wealth for families.

Colette has lived and worked in and around Oakland, Berkeley, and the Greater East Bay Area for more than 20 years. Colette has deep knowledge of the East Bay housing markets, culture, lifestyle, neighborhoods, and history.

Authenticity, trust, diversity, and clear communication are CORE VALUES Colette embraces to serve beautiful Bay Area people from all walks of life, with the PRIDE and RESPECT we all desire and deserve.

Originally from Humboldt County, CA. (about 5 hours north), Colette followed her heart to Oakland for its colorful history and rich diversity, where's she purchased a home in the popular MAXWELL PARK neighborhood 20+ years ago.

FUN FACTS: Colette is an original soul singer with a gold record. She's has two kids, a dog, and large diverse family. She enjoys live music, cookouts, urban gardening, DIY-ing, nature hikes, technology, and helping people to LIVE their dreams!

PRIOR TO REAL ESTATE: Colette worked in communications and advertising as a producer/director for TV/Radio/Web. She also worked as a Community Organizer, Social Media Manager, and California Firefighter, making her great under pressure.

CONNECT: Text/Call for fastest response (510) 326-1119.

Completing our brief Seller Survey enables us to better understand and service your "Unique Real Estate Needs." Information you provide is confidential, and only used to advance your Real Estate goals and knowledge. (Click the button below)

Check out this helpful glossary of commonly used Real Estate Terminology. There are others not on this list so if ever you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to ask me. I want you to feel 100% confident with every decision. (Click the button for a glossary)

Take a look at this infographic for a birds-eye view of the "Home Selling Process." When you hire ME to Sell Your Property, I'll guide you through each step of the process, and keep you updated through the closing. (Click the button below to Enlarge)

See our Team's Unparalleled Process for getting YOU the HIGHEST POSSIBLE PRICE in Less Time with PROVEN STRATEGIES! *** SOME FACTORS THAT IMPACT PRICE *** Location, Condition, Timing, Pricing, Preparation, Features, Yard Space, Bonus Space, Improvements, etc.

NAR recently published a study that found home staging can make a difference in how quickly a property will sell. 23% of agents stated about 1-5% increase on offers while eighteen percent of sellers’ agents said home staging increased the dollar value of a residence between 6% and 10%.

Common inspections can avoid unwanted surprises:
1. HOME: General "systems" are working. (Condos)
2. PEST: For any active infestation, treatment, & cost.
3. ROOF: Foundation as needed?
As your REALTOR, I also perform an Agent Visual Inspection (AVID) and others if/when needed.

From the early planning stages through the closing, we'll keep you informed and engaged about where we're at in the selling process. Preview our general timelines, which we customize to accommodate your specific needs.
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A Net Sheet is an estimated calculation of what your closing costs may be. Our Escrow Officer will provide updated "Good Faith Estimates" until the FINAL is calculated when we close. (click preview)

Here’s an overview of the "CA. Listing Agreement," to be signed once we establish price and terms. This is the first of many contractual documents used by The California Assoc. of Realtors (CAR). The Listing Agreement must be signed before we can move forward.