Mission Viejo CA Homes and Real Estate - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

April Brandes

My clients tell me I help them thrive in the often emotionally challenging experience of buying and selling properties. I have extensive experience as an entrepreneur and real estate investor it's been an invaluable foundation for providing strategic and practical insight to my clients. I have an effective, strategic approach to online and traditional marketing that's been a tremendous help to sellers in a competitive market.

I am forever grateful for my talented team of legal, marketing, financial experts at Coldwell Banker. My greatest satisfaction isn't a paycheck. It's knowing that I've met or exceeded my clients' expectations through professional, honest, ethical leadership.

What Others Are Saying

Success is something that all of us wish to attain. But if it were so easy, everyone who wanted it would have it – It’s exclusive to a handful of people who did extraordinary things in their lives to get them to where they are today. And it wasn’t because they were lucky or because it was just handed to them. Being successful is all about how badly you want it and …

-Tricia Onsgard, Client

When I first started the process, selling and buying a home at the same time seemed like such a huge endeavor. But with April’s expertise and guidance, it all came together. April guided me through the entire process! I never felt lost. Her support and friendship was amazing and kept me calm. April orchestrated two homes to close at the same time! And before I knew it …

-Nelly Swauger, Client

April is superb in every respect! She pays careful attention to every detail, is always on top of everything, and is very easy to get a hold of any time of day or night. She's easy to talk with and has an approachable and pleasant disposition. Her group is a one-stop-shopping operation which included access to escrow services and lender options that provided good …

-. Carey and Arturo Zamora, Client

April’s advice, availability, and assistance was priceless as challenges arouse due to a slab leak during escrow. She provided professionalism, calm and comfort when I needed all simultaneously — in essence, April was wonderful. I thank God she was my Agent. Buying a house can be stressful and time consuming. April was patient and guided us through this process. …

-Dennis Nguyen, Client

We are so grateful for all that our long-time friend and real estate agent, April Brandes, did for us in our search for beach front homes. She exhausted every avenue, even contacting out of the area agents, and was relentless in her pursuit of property for us. Plus, we were working with very tight time constraints as we had to re-invest because of a 1031 exchange, and …

-Melanie and David Nankivell, Client

Get Your Home Ready To Sell

Get Your Home Ready To Sell A common mistake people make is to spend a lot of money – renovations, new roof, remodeling. While buyers will be impressed with these things, spending $5000 on remodeling will not add $5000 to your sale. Spend as little money as possible, and spend it on cosmetic, readily seen features like interior painting. The time to remodel is when you plan to stay in the house, not when you’re going to sell. If you think about everything that needs to be done to sell your house, you might throw your hands up in despair, or at least feel some anxiety. Take one step at a time, one small task at a time. Break it down to manageable-sized chores and you’ll have better …

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