Accredited Buyer Representation

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ProfessionalB U Y E R R E P R E S E N T A T I O N

Buying a home is no small matter. Besides being the largest fi-

nancial transaction you may ever undertake, it’s probably also

the most complex. There are many good reasons to work with

a qualified real estate professional—especially a trained buyer

specialist.

Portfolio Fine Homes is the local real estate services provider

that offers unrivaled access to qualified people and distinc-

tive properties in the Denver metro area. As one of the most

recognized and respected Realtor® teams in Denver, Portfolio

Fine Homes serves a distinguished clientele with unsurpassed

discretion, market knowledge, personal service, and com-

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mitment to building enduring relationships. WE

KNOW DENVER and the SUBURBS! Our bro-

kers have in-depth, historical and on-going knowl-

edge of the communities and neighborhoods in

the Denver metro area. We know how neighbor-

hoods have grown and changed over the years, in-

cluding sales history, zoning changes, homeown-

ers’ covenants, etc. WE KNOW THE SCHOOLS,

THE RESTAURANTS, THE GALLERIES, THE

BEST HIKING TRAILS …“we know all the best

places”. We are educated and prepared to help you

find your haven.

ProfessionalB U Y E R R E P R E S E N T A T I O N

How often do you purchase real estate? Once, twice, three

times in your lifetime? So you can hardly be expected to

know all the ins and outs of such a major transaction com-

plicated by so many details. In most transactions, sellers

are represented by a listing agent who minds these details

and their client’s best interests. As a buyer, don’t you also

want complete and fair representation in your real estate

transaction? Real estate buyer’s representatives are respon-

sible for protecting the best interests of their clients—buy-

ers like you—and can guide you through every step of the

process. So the first step, and perhaps the most important,

is finding your buyer’s representative.

What is a Buyer’s Representative?

Defined most simply, a buyer’s representative (or buyer’s agent) is

an advocate for the buyer—not the seller—in a real estate transac-

tion. In Colorado the buyer’s agent owes full fiduciary (legal) du-

ties, including loyalty and confidentiality, to their buyer-clients and

keep their best interests in mind through the entire transaction.

In Colorado, consumer protection legislation has been enact-

ed that defines the assumed relationship between a buyer and

a real estate agent as that of a transaction broker. To ensure that

you are working with a buyer’s agent, the two of you must sign a

written buyer representation agreement that defines your buyer’s

representative’s responsibilities and obligations, and yours also.

Why Should I Use a Buyer’s Representative?

The two most important reasons to use a buyer’s represen-tative are protection and efficiency.

Most likely, the seller of whatever property you buy will be rep-

resented by a listing agent who can provide expertise throughout

the transaction. Don’t you want the same kind of service as a buy-

er? A buyer’s representative can provide you with the expertise

you need through the entire transaction.

According to NAR research, buyers who work with a buyer’s repre-

sentative also find their homes quicker, while viewing more prop-

erties in their search, than buyers who do not engage a buyer’s rep-

resentative.

PROTECTIONEFFICIENCY

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We are so happy in our new home that Faun helped us find, we feel as if she is an angel from heaven.

We were lucky enough to find Portfo-lio Fine Homes through one of their listings we found from California on the internet. We were very much in-terested in that home & even made an offer, but it was in a short sale situation, & if we had bought it, wewould have had to live in an apart-ment in Denver to make it habitable.

Bennett & Joan October 2009Denver Country Club

TestimonialFaun said she would not let us have to live in an apartment, & she followed through with her intentions though we thought that that house was “the only one”.

Faun showed us many houses on our first trip to Denver in late September which met our stated requirements. We came here again when it looked as if the other house wouldn’t work out. She rushed us over to see a home which had just come on the market at a greatly reduced price. We fell in love with the home, & Faun guided us through our offer the same day, with the knowledge that the listing agent said there was another offer. WE GOT THE HOME! We just moved into the home last week & couldn’t be happier. We know it couldn’t have happened with-out Faun’s expert and caring assistance.

Portfolio Fine Homes takes great pride in using consider-

able experience, resources, and global connections to art-

fully unite extraordinary properties with extraordinary

lives. We provide exceptional service for those looking

for a home and astute valuation for many of Denver’s fin-

est and most luxurious homes. We understand that where

you live shapes your life and is a reflection of your values

and aspirations.

Global ReachL O C A L E X P E R T I S E

W E H E L P Y O U . . .

n Define what you want and need in a home

n Get a clear picture of the entire process, before we begin, so you know what to expect

n Learn about important neighborhood resources and market in-formation

n Find the home that best meets your wants and needs

n Develop a winning negotiation strategy, then formulate and present your offer

n Recommend competent professionals and/or work with the ones you have selected for every aspect of the transaction

n Ensure contract compliance and progress and handle many of the details on your behalf

n Be a resource you can count on before, during and after closing

n Explain everything to you so you understand it

n Keep track of all the details throughout the entire transaction —to closing and beyond

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“After years of saving, months of looking, and days of debating, we finally

bought a house. And we love it.

We had the best real estate agents in Colorado, Faun & William Hauptman

of Portfolio Fine Homes who went above and beyond the call of duty in aid-

ing us in selecting our home and negotiating the best price we could afford.

We recommend them 110%. We visited 50+ homes in the Denver metro area

over an 8 month-period (via hundreds of listings), and Faun & William

made searching for our new home not just a fun-filled-jacked-up-on-espres-

so-totally-gonna-love-it-experience, but a buying experience with 100% no

remorse. And if there is a single purchase when buyer’s remorse isn’t your

cuppa joe, it when you buy a home.

Our home-buying experience could have been filled with stress, anxiety,

confusion, and uncertainty. However, Faun & William made certain they

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wouldn’t let us buy a home unless they knew it was best for us, considering

both the short-term lifestyle advantages (R. J. wanted to walk to a coffee shop

and Nicole wanted a cute Tudor-style) and long-term financial benefits (we

want to sell in perhaps 10 years and be happy with the profit). We closed and

moved in about 2 months ago and have enjoyed the entire experience.”

R.J., Nicole & Dash, August 2009The Highlands

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Working WithP O R T F O L I O F I N E H O M E S

When you work with an ABR®-designated real estate profes-

sional, your interests as a buyer become our interests. That’s

our business: working with buyer-clients like you to help

make the home-buying experience go as smoothly as pos-

sible. When looking to buy a new home, first look for a Port-

folio Accredited Buyer’s Representative.

We have taken special training that focuses on you, the home-

buyer, to help guide you successfully through what could be

the most complicated transaction in your life.

The ABR® designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (RE-BAC),

and is the only designation of its type rec-ognized by the National Association of RE-ALTORS®. Established in 1988 and now numbering more than 50,000 members, REBAC is the world’s largest organization of real estate professionals specializing in buyer representation.

D E D I C A T I O N

Faun G. HauptmanMBA, ABR, CLHMS (Million Dollar Guild), CRS, e-PRO, MCP

DENVER NATIVE. Master of Business Administration: University of Denver, Finance Emphasis. Undergraduate Degree: University of Southern California, Public Relations. Graduate of Cherry Creek High School. Former mortgage broker, Corporate Communications Director, Investor Re-lations Professional & small business owner. Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certified Luxury Home Mar-keting Specialist (CLHMS Million Dollar Guild member), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), e-PRO (Certified Internet Professional), MetroList Certified Professional (MCP). Jefferson County Association of Realtors®, Denver Board of Realtors®, Colorado Association of Realtors®, Na-tional Association of Realtors®.

About Faun

Getting StartedT H E P R O C E S S

One of the best ways to make the homebuying process flow easier is to become better-acquainted with your options and clearly define your goals. Understanding the reasons you want to buy—and what you want to accomplish in your move—will go a long way towards shaping your plans and improving your results.

Perhaps the most important first step involves deciding how you will approach your home search. WHO WILL yOU WORK WITH THROUGHOUT THIS PROCESS—AND HOW WILL yOU WORK WITH THEM? Let us consult with you to ensure that you have the right team on your side as you navigate the ever-increasingly complex world of real estate. From loans to appraisals to inspection matters and beyond, we have the right knowledge and tools to not only help make the process easy and fun, but also to ensure that your interests are protected. After all, an investment in a new home is a lasting commitment that should provide years of pleasure and financial benefits.

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Call today to schedule a

complimentary Home Buyer

Consultation.

We’ll help you define your

goals and show you how we will

work with you and for you to

achieve them.

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“We were relocated from the East Coast and were lucky to find Portfolio Fine Homes on our first visit. They not only introduced us to Denver, but educated us on the neighborhoods, and found a home we love in the Cherry Creek School District for a price that was unbelievable, thanks to some great ne-gotiations. Faun’s team stuck with us for over ten months and worked very hard to make sure we found the right home. Faun is tenacious and someone you want on your side in a real estate transaction. Faun & William have be-come great friends and they have our highest recommendation” Dan, Deb, Toni & Jack, March 2009

“We were referred to Portfolio Fine Homes to help us relocate to Colorado. We started working with Faun before we got to Denver. She introduced us to neighborhoods and builders, as well as recreation and transportation options. Communicat-ing with them about specific properties, even before we ar-rived, was easy through their web-search tool. As e-PROS, they really know how to take advantage of technology. Faun instinctively knew the home we were going to buy the minute we walked in, however, she was patient and let us realize it in our own time. And when it came time to negotiate and navi-gate through the contract, Faun was a real pro.

Parke & Deb, March 2009

101 Happy Canyon RoadCastle Rock, CO 8010

3033 E. 1st Avenue, #500Denver, CO 80206

8400 E. Crescent Parkway, #300Denver, CO 80111

1500 28th StreetBoulder, CO 80303

32156 Castle Court, #201Evergreen, CO 80439

P o r t f o l i o F i n e H o m e s . c o m

303.917.8000

Faun@Por tfolioFineHomes.comWilliam@Por tfolioFineHomes.com