



The Local Real Estate Connection
As a long-term area resident living in Carmel by the Sea, with in-depth community knowledge and a keen eye for design, Coldwell Banker Realty agent Susan Cardinale services residential buyers and sellers throughout the Monterey Peninsula. Always sensitive to her clients’ concerns, she expertly guides them every step of the way toward a successful transaction.
In the last 25 years, Susan has lived in Monterey, Carmel and now Carmel by the Sea. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent, she has built a thriving business while staying true to her mission: To provide truthful, ethical advice and to always protect her clients’ best interests. Her previous experience as an accountant in the big oil industry solidified her negotiation skills, and her affinity for numbers makes her especially astute at budgeting the purchase or sale and providing guidance on financing and monetary planning.
Susan gets buyers top results through effective, targeted marketing. Using Coldwell Banker’s® state-of-the-art technology, she custom-tailors her strategy by focusing on each client’s specific real estate goals. In-depth research of pricing and property trends in the chosen area helps her find buyers homes that enhance their lifestyle, while pinpointing important amenities like schools, transportation and recreation. To alleviate their stress, Susan is readily available to answer any and all questions her clients may have.
For sellers, Susan employs a comprehensive marketing plan directed towards the largest possible buyer pool. She makes sure property images and video appear across all major online platforms, including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Professional, printed postcards and flyers announcing sales and open houses also get the word out to agents and potential buyers. Drawing on her talent for interior design, she personally stages the home to highlight its best features and leave a lasting impression. All these tools, along with Susan’s upbeat attitude and skilled negotiation, ensure that sellers attract qualified buyers, and buyers land the home of their dreams.
In addition to her passion for real estate, Susan is a car enthusiast who enjoys running, traveling and socializing with family and friends. If you are looking to buy or sell, or if you simply want to discuss your options with an honest, hard-working agent, Susan would be happy to assist you. Her creative talents and attention to detail ensure a positive outcome and many happy memories to come in your new home!
Cal DRE#02045240
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Trusted resource for answers about the process
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Innovative marketing strategies
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Expertise about neighborhood features
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Ability to target home searches
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Strong negotiation skills
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Support through the closing and beyond

Whether you're a first-time home buyer in search of your dream home, a seller looking to downsize or an investor looking for a great opportunity, working with a dedicated real estate professional can make all the difference.
I deliver unmatched customer service, and my genuine desire to see your property goals come true makes me the go-to resource for all your real estate needs. For sellers, I take full advantage of Coldwell Banker's® marketing tools to ensure that your property is broadly promoted on a variety of channels, including major real estate websites, and my negotiation skills are second to none. For buyers, I effectively analyze the local market and target trends to help you find the perfect home at the right price.
If you're looking for a positive, helpful partner who is ready to provide you with exceptional service, let's talk today!
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In 2 years Susan Cardinale has helped sell 4 properties and managed the buying my present home. She gave of herself assisting me and family through all the trials and tribulations I experienced along the way. The first contact with Susan she assisted by following through while commercial agent actually was the realtor of sale. She again gave of herself unselfishly. …
-Garry St Clair, Client
My husband and I came from New England and needed a realtor familiar with Carmel by the Sea and the type of houses we were interested in seeing while we were in the process of relocating. Susan was a total professional...always prepared, always able to give us insight into what we were looking at and always at a price point we were comfortable with. She made us feel like …
-Sara Zirkel, Client
She was so helpful and thoughtful during the whole selling process. She was always available to answer any questions we had and she was very knowledgeable. Would definitely use her again in the future.
-S. Killough, Client
Susan is a “world class” realtor with her hand on the pulse of the local micro-market- AND her ear to the ground to find out what will be coming on and get us in first! Susan was patient with us as we waited for the “right” home that fit us best to come on the market! Susan had our best interests at heart while assisting us to position our offer in this very …
-Amy and Mark G, Client
Thanks so much to Susan Cardinale and all her real estate expertise in the purchase of 679 Mermaid Ave. PG. It was a bit intimidating for Joe and I to buy a home (sight un-seen) from another state. She took time to visit and video the property on our behalf as well as providing us with insight and professional advise as to the purchase of the property. Susan's service …
-Michelle & Joe Weidenhamer, Client