Living in the Seattle area all his life, Ben has thorough knowledge of both Seattle and the Eastside. He is remarkably positive, an exceptional listener, and will put in the extra effort to make your transaction as smooth and as efficient as possible while keeping you informed on every step of the process. Ben graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Construction Management, which has given him superior negotiating skills, netting you the most for your house and will get you into the home you want and deserve.
Ben's marketing skills, knowledge, and determination assures your home will reach all buyers in the market place. If superior representation with a caring touch is what you expect when buying or selling real estate, you can count on Ben to be a real estate professional with exceptional service and dedication to his clients.
Finding our First Home - Ivan Seda (Dec 08, 2008)
Ivan Seda bought a home and would recommend using Ben for your home purchase. Comments:
""We would and have recommended Ben Hoefer to anyone in need of an..." Read More
""We would and have recommended Ben Hoefer to anyone in need of an agent. He was especially good to us as first time home buyers because of his patience, knowledge, and ability to explaining everything from square one.""
Response: "Ivan and Jacquie were amazing people to work with. I look forward to everytime I get to see them, and Ivan's famous grilled cheese sandwiches." This review has been confirmed by the reviewer.
(13 homes sold)
Sold on: 2008-08-13 Sales Price: $370,000
26611 NE Stewart St (map it)
Duvall, WA 98019 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-08-13 Sales Price: $370,000
26611 NE Stewart St (map it)
Duvall, WA 98019 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-10-29 Sales Price: $335,000
902 N 88th St (map it)
Seattle, WA 98103 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-08-24 Sales Price: $453,000
4727 47th Ave S (map it)
Seattle, WA 98118 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-04-18 Sales Price: $340,000
9310 NE 184th Pl (map it)
Bothell, WA 98011 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-07-28 Sales Price: $283,000
9429 20th Ave SW (map it)
Seattle, WA 98106 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-08-23 Sales Price: $282,000
17415 NE 88th Pl (map it)
Redmond, WA 98052 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-03-02 Sales Price: $226,000
7223 NE 175th #102 (map it)
Kenmore, WA 98028 Represented: Seller
Sold on: 2008-07-28 Sales Price: $334,000
76 Cedar St #1106 (map it)
Seattle, WA 98121 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-07-18 Sales Price: $356,000
6015 Phinney Ave N #406 (map it)
Seattle, WA 98103 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2008-03-29 Sales Price: $2,280,000
7406 78th Ave SE (map it)
Mercer Island, WA 98040 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2007-06-19 Sales Price: $500,000
3648 B Dayton Ave N (map it)
Seattle, WA 98103 Represented: Buyer
Sold on: 2007-07-03 Sales Price: $389,000
2312 W Boston St #201 (map it)
Seattle, WA 98199 Represented: Buyer
What year did you become a real estate agent?
2005
How many years have you been in Real Estate?
3
What is the average home price in your market?
Around $550,000.
Are there any new developments or trends in your area?
Although developement has greatly slowed in the past year, many new luxury condominiums are hitting the market place and townhomes just outside the city are still being built fairly rapidly.
Why do you enjoy being a real estate agent?
There are a many things I love about my career, but the most enjoyable part of it is working with the great people I get represent.
What is the most challenging issue you face as a Real Estate Professional?
There are a lot of challenges in todays market with the economy not doing so hot. Buyers understand the current oppurtunities, but it can be difficult to make sellers realize that being realistic with price will put them in the best place financially in the end.
Tell us one of your client success stories or an interesting moment in your profession.
After searching with two brothers for a very long time and couldn't land a place that would work for the both of them. Luckily we didn't find anything, as the circumstances changed when a girl came into one of their lives. We began searching sperately and on closing, one brother proposed the night he got the keys to his new place. They have been living there happily ever after and if we didn't have such bad luck in the beginning it wouldn't have worked out as perfect in the end.
What is your best characteristic?
I have found that my knowledge and guidance best benefit my clients.
Who or what inspires you the most?
My clients are the most inspiring part of my business. The ability to fulfill a clients dream or goal is the most inspirational thing I can think of.
What is the best advice you ever received?
Just get out there and do it!
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would of course live in Seattle. I live a very active and social lifestyle, and there is no better place that allows this and combines it with the beauty of the Northwest. With lakes, mountains, a wonderful downtown, and people to enjoy it with; I wouldn't trade it for anything else.
"I love the variety my real estate career offers. Every client is unique in their desires. Every sale has a distinct challenge. Every day brings a new..."