Several years ago, a friend suggested I consider a career in the real estate business. That was somewhat frightening to me, since I had always had a "job." When I asked him why he felt I should do it, he said "because you have the personality for it." Here I am, 30+ years later, experiencing the economically good years, as well as weathering the storm of the last eight. Although I began my life in Minnesota, I began my real estate career in California where the State requires a real estate license to conduct mortgage business, so I learned the finance end of the business as well. It's been very helpful. So much so that my now deceased husband and I opened a mortgage brokerage in Colorado in 1994, enjoyed 10 great years, then moved to Western North Carolina. In September 2005, I earned my North Carolina real estate broker's license, have truly enjoyed living in this beautiful area and have become friends with some wonderful people along the way. If I hadn't continued with my real estate career, I'm fairly sure these good relationships wouldn't exist today. So how has the real estate world changed in the last several years? With the exception of technology, not much. All of us want someone to listen to us, to be treated respectfully, to stay in touch with us, to return phone calls, remain informed, to be truthful, know what's going on in our communities, do what we are required to do for our clients, and do nice things for our clients because we want to. I do these things so, maybe, that's what my friend meant when he said "because you have the personality for it." In my personal life, I enjoy my friends, my family, singing with two Hendersonville choral groups, reading, laughing every day, being strong, energized and grateful.
I highly recommend Jane Ward. She was most helpful and friendly. Her knowledge and professionalism was extraordinary. Her response time was immediate. If you choose her, you will not go wrong.
Jane was exceptional in her communication skills. Her experience in dealing with a variety of people enabled her to communicate with all the parties involved in an utmost respectable manner. All of my inquiries were promptly addressed and I was always made to feel like I was her most important client. She gave solid advice and showed great patience.
Jane Ward embodies what every realtor should strive to be: personable; sincere; timely responses (we felt as if we were her only clients); knowledgeable of the area, market trends, neighborhoods; flexible in scheduling the numerous showing requests and/or changes to the schedule; well-versed in the real estate process. We moved to North Carolina from another state and Jane treated us like life-long friends. We noticed differences in the buying process. Jane walked us through the steps describing any differences and provided us answers even before we had thought of the questions. We were well-informed along the buying path. She learned quickly our likes and dislikes and suggested properties to see. Real estate agents have a difficult job to do. When the task of home searching turns into a fun experience that is looked forward to, then you know that the agent you selected did their job. Jane gave us that experience.
Jane was a delight to work with. Her knowledge of real estate and the area is phenomenal, while her willingness to help us in any way she could made our house hunt and purchase a breeze! She learned our tastes and made sure she did not waste our time showing us houses that did not fit our criteria. She even anticipated our questions before we knew what to ask. Jane truly went out of her way to make us feel like we were her only clients. We knew that we had a few projects that needed to be completed before we could move in. Since we were moving from another part of the country and didn’t know anyone in the area, we turned to Jane. Jane was spot-on with her recommendations for contractors. I would, and have recommended Jane Ward to a number of people both looking to purchase and sell a house. I have no reservations making the statement that Jane is, by far, the best real estate agent in the county!
Though we did not select Jane to be our real estate professional (she was "assigned" to us by someone else that could not make an appointment), she was very accessible by phone and email. She knew so much about the area. As a couple that had just moved here from Wisconsin (without doing much research on the area) her input was so valuable to us. She got to know us as people first, and clients second. This enabled Jane to find us the ideal neighborhood and home! Less than two years of living in our home, we love Jane and count her as a dear friend
My wife and I bought a home through Jane. After buying and selling at least 8 houses, I found Jane to be the best, most efficient Realtor I ever used! I would highly recommend her to anyone and would never use anyone else myself!
I worked with Jane to sell my home and to purchase my next home. I valued her expertise and knowledge through both situations. When I asked, she gave me ideas to stage my home so it would show well. When I was buying a home Jane was considerate in showing me homes in my price range. I have referred Jane to many of my friends and they have all been very satisfied with the outcome
Jane Ward goes above and beyond for her clients in every way ! Jane is the consummate and most exceptional realtor I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I sold my home and purchased my new one through Jane. Both transactions were flawless, because Jane was on top of everything. I highly recommend Jane to everyone, and wouldn't use anyone else !
Jane Ward is a very knowledgeable, experienced and professional real estate agent both as a buyer's as well as a seller's agent. In working with her, she was respectful of my time and stuck within my price range. I would recommend her highly.
Jane was without a doubt the most professional, yet personable, real estate agent I have ever worked with! She was wonderful at the negotiation process, and helped make the entire home buying endeavor a very simple one. I have purchased several homes over the years, and I can honestly say that none have ever gone as smoothly. Jane makes herself available when needed, is quick with answers, and knows the business very well. I have referred a number of my friends to her because I truly feel she is the best!
I first dealt with Jane Ward in October 2006, after seeing a listing of hers online. I called with approximately 16-18 questions about the property. She answered 11 or 12 of them on the spot, and promised an answer to the remaining questions by the next morning. She had the answers for me as promised. She never tried to sell me a house. Instead she worked with me to find a house that met our needs as I expressed them to her. Since buying that first house, we have purchased a second place through her. Because of her integrity, we have recommended her to 2 sets of friends who have also bought and sold property with her as their agent.
She was always very helpful when we had any questions. We told her what we were looking for and what area we wanted to be located in and she was successful finding a place for us. Selling a our home was very painless and we received a fair market value for our home.