Prop 19 strategy
We help you understand how to transfer your property tax basis when you move, and when it makes sense to act now versus later.
Ask Linda About Prop 19 →
We don’t list homes. We launch them.
Engineered to sell for more.
There’s a difference between putting up a sign and building demand before anyone
sees the price. For Granite Bay and Treelake sellers, that difference shows up where it counts: stronger net proceeds, cleaner terms, fewer compromises.
Certified Negotiation Experts (under 5% of agents) · 26+ years in real estate, marketing &
negotiation · Treelake & Granite Bay specialists
Certified Negotiators
Micro-Market Experts
Luxury Marketing
We don’t list homes.
We launch them.
Engineered to sell for more.
There’s a difference between putting up a sign and building demand before anyone sees the price. For Granite Bay and Treelake sellers, that difference shows up where it
counts: stronger net proceeds, cleaner terms, fewer compromises.
Certified Negotiation Experts (under 5% of agents) · 26+ years · Treelake & Granite Bay specialists
Certified Negotiators
Micro-Market Experts
Luxury Marketing
South Placer Listing Specialists
A recent Jensen Group launch
$50,000
over appraisal
Protected with an appraisal gap guarantee
- 7written offers
- $150Kover asking
- 75groups through the first weekend
Most agents list homes. We launch them.
There's a difference between putting a sign in the yard and engineering a sale. Listing is a transaction. Launching is a strategy — and it's the reason our sellers walk away with more equity, cleaner terms, and fewer compromises.
Every Jensen Group listing follows a four-part process built around one goal: maximize what you keep.
Preparation
We start before the photos. Strategic prep — repairs, staging, pre-inspections — that removes buyer objections before they happen.
Positioning
Pricing isn't a guess. We use micro-market data, not zip-code averages, to position your home where it creates the most leverage.
Presentation
Cinematic photography, drone, video, and copy that sells a lifestyle — not square footage. Buyers fall in love before they walk in.
Marketing Strategy
Our off-market → pre-market → full launch sequence builds demand before the listing goes live. By the time it hits the MLS, buyers are already lining up.
South Placer Listing Specialists
A recent Jensen Group launch
$50,000
over appraisal
Protected with an appraisal gap guarantee
- 7written offers
- $150Kover asking
- 75groups through the first weekend
Most agents list homes. We launch them.
There's a difference between putting a sign in the yard and engineering a sale. Listing is a transaction. Launching is a strategy — and it's the reason our sellers walk away with more equity, cleaner terms, and fewer compromises.
Every Jensen Group listing follows a four-part process built around one goal: maximize what you keep.
Preparation
We start before the photos. Strategic prep — repairs, staging, pre-inspections — that removes buyer objections before they happen.
Positioning
Pricing isn't a guess. We use micro-market data, not zip-code averages, to position your home where it creates the most leverage.
Presentation
Cinematic photography, drone, video, and copy that sells a lifestyle — not square footage. Buyers fall in love before they walk in.
Marketing Strategy
Our off-market → pre-market → full launch sequence builds demand before the listing goes live. By the time it hits the MLS, buyers are already lining up.
Strategy is what separates a Sale Price
from your Real Return.
Most sellers focus on price. We focus on net proceeds — what actually lands in your account after taxes, terms, concessions, and timing. For homeowners who've owned 15, 20, 30+ years, the financial stakes go far beyond list price.
That's why our work goes deeper than a typical agent:
Capital gains planning
Long-term Granite Bay owners often face six-figure tax exposure. We coordinate with your CPA so you don't get blindsided at closing.
Talk Capital Gains With Linda →Timing and structure
When you sell matters as much as what you list for. We work through the sequencing: what closes first, what that triggers, and what your advisor needs to see before you sign.
Off-market and pre-market leverage
Sometimes the best price doesn't come from the MLS. We know when to use it and when to skip it.
Book a Confidential Net Proceeds Call
We're not your CPA or attorney. But we'll make sure the right conversations happen before you sign anything.
Most sellers focus on price. We focus on net proceeds — what actually lands in your account after taxes, terms, concessions, and timing. For homeowners who've owned 15, 20, 30+ years, the financial stakes go far beyond list price.
That's why our work goes deeper than a typical agent:
Prop 19 strategy
We help you understand how to transfer your property tax basis when you move, and when it makes sense to act now versus later.
Ask Linda About Prop 19 →Capital gains planning
Long-term Granite Bay owners often face six-figure tax exposure. We coordinate with your CPA so you don't get blindsided at closing.
Talk Capital Gains With Linda →Timing and structure
When you sell matters as much as what you list for. We work through the sequencing: what closes first, what that triggers, and what your advisor needs to see before you sign.
Off-market and pre-market leverage
Sometimes the best price doesn't come from the MLS. We know when to use it and when to skip it.
Book a Confidential Net Proceeds Call
We're not your CPA or attorney. But we'll make sure the right conversations happen before you sign anything.
Areas We Serve
Experience luxury living at its finest in Granite Bay, one of Placer County's most prestigious communities. Situated... See more...
Treelake is one of Granite Bay's most desirable neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined streets, spacious homes, and family-friendly atmosphere.See more...
As Placer County's largest city, Roseville offers a dynamic blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience. It’s a...See more...
Rocklin is a vibrant and family-friendly city known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, and beautiful... See more...
Embrace the charm of small-town living in Loomis, a community dedicated to preserving its rural roots. Nestled... See more...
Discover the charm of Lincoln, one of Placer County's most dynamic and welcoming communities... See more...
Discover the foothill charm of Newcastle, a historic community in Placer County known for its small-town feel,... See more...
Discover the quiet charm of Penryn, a historic rural community in Placer County known for its granite heritage, scenic foothill... See more...
Areas We Serve
Experience luxury living at its finest in Granite Bay, one of Placer County's most prestigious communities. Situated... See more...
Treelake is one of Granite Bay's most desirable neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined streets, spacious homes, and family-friendly atmosphere.See more...
As Placer County's largest city, Roseville offers a dynamic blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience. It’s a... See more...
Rocklin is a vibrant and family-friendly city known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, and beautiful... See more...
Embrace the charm of small-town living in Loomis, a community dedicated to preserving its rural roots. Nestled... See more...
Discover the charm of Lincoln, one of Placer County's most dynamic and welcoming communities... See more...
Discover the foothill charm of Newcastle, a historic community in Placer County known for its small-town feel,... See more...
Discover the quiet charm of Penryn, a historic rural community in Placer County known for its granite heritage, scenic foothill... See more...
Linda Jensen & Scott MartinCertified Negotiation Experts
Our Story
We've sat on your side of the table.
Before Linda Jensen ever held a real estate license, she was buying homes with her own money. For more than 20 years she worked in sales and marketing and helped build an advertising agency, all while raising her kids. Along the way she started buying rental properties and managing them herself.
Her favorite part was the buying: searching for homes, comparing them, and doing her best to examine the comps. After a few deals, she could see exactly where they could have done better.
Once her kids were older, sadly, her marriage ended. It became the moment to start a new chapter and do what she had always loved. She earned her license and never looked back, and her marketing background turned out to be one of the most powerful tools a seller can have.
Scott Martin has called South Placer County home for more than 35 years. Before real estate he spent over 20 years running high-volume restaurants, where reading people quickly and staying calm under pressure is the whole job. Today Linda and Scott are both Certified Negotiation Experts, a designation held by under 5% of agents.
“I cannot make decisions for people, but I can walk them through, find out where their pain points are, and make sure all of the questions are answered, so they can feel comfortable making their decisions.”
Linda Jensen
Rooted in South Placer
- Sponsor and longtime member, Rotary Club of Granite Bay
- Sponsor, Eureka Schools Foundation
- Sustaining member, National Charity League
Credentials most agents don't have -
Results most agents can't repeat.
Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), held by under 5% of agents
26+ years combined experience in real estate, marketing, and advertising
Treelake & Granite Bay micro-market specialists
Eureka Union School District & Granite Bay High School area experts
DRE #02188671 | DRE #02188680
Check Out What Our Clients Say About Us!
$150,000 Over List | $50,000 Over Appraisal | Sold in One Weekend
Experience is a great teacher…and trusting the process of selling our home of 30 years was not negotiable. The Jensen Realty Group far exceeded expectations….and beyond. We knew from our first meeting we had made the right selection for our journey. We trusted in our choice versus the outcome. Linda and her team leveraged their expertise in every phase…and we never felt rushed or uninformed during the process. Five stars are not adequate...
- Gary and Debbie H Granite Bay
13,973 Minutes Watched | $50,000 Over the Next Highest Offer
I have utilized a number of real estate agents in my lifetime to sell homes, but I am highly recommending Linda Jensen if you are looking to sell your home. She was on spec with the pricing of my home. She anticipated we would get above asking price, and we did! $50,000 over the next highest offer. Linda and her team staged my home, helped point out minor repairs that needed to be done and held open houses during the right days and time periods that attracted buyers and offers. Linda will take good care of your needs and sell your home in today’s competitive market.
- Scott J Granite Bay
Linda Jensen & Scott MartinCertified Negotiation Experts
Our Story
We've sat on your side of the table.
Before Linda Jensen ever held a real estate license, she was buying homes with her own money. For more than 20 years she worked in sales and marketing and helped build an advertising agency, all while raising her kids. Along the way she started buying rental properties and managing them herself.
Her favorite part was the buying: searching for homes, comparing them, and doing her best to examine the comps. After a few deals, she could see exactly where they could have done better.
Once her kids were older, sadly, her marriage ended. It became the moment to start a new chapter and do what she had always loved. She earned her license and never looked back, and her marketing background turned out to be one of the most powerful tools a seller can have.
Scott Martin has called South Placer County home for more than 35 years. Before real estate he spent over 20 years running high-volume restaurants, where reading people quickly and staying calm under pressure is the whole job. Today Linda and Scott are both Certified Negotiation Experts, a designation held by under 5% of agents.
“I cannot make decisions for people, but I can walk them through, find out where their pain points are, and make sure all of the questions are answered, so they can feel comfortable making their decisions.”
Linda Jensen
Rooted in South Placer
- Sponsor and longtime member, Rotary Club of Granite Bay
- Sponsor, Eureka Schools Foundation
- Sustaining member, National Charity League
Credentials most agents don't have - Results most agents can't repeat.
Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), held by under 5% of agents
26+ years combined experience in real estate, marketing, and advertising
Treelake & Granite Bay micro-market specialists
Eureka Union School District & Granite Bay High School area experts
DRE #02188671 | DRE #02188680
Check Out What Our Clients Say About Us!
$150,000 Over List | $50,000 Over Appraisal | Sold in One Weekend
Experience is a great teacher…and trusting the process of selling our home of 30 years was not negotiable. The Jensen Realty Group far exceeded expectations….and beyond. We knew from our first meeting we had made the right selection for our journey. We trusted in our choice versus the outcome. Linda and her team leveraged their expertise in every phase…and we never felt rushed or uninformed during the process. Five stars are not adequate...
- Gary and Debbie H Granite Bay
13,973 Minutes Watched | $50,000 Over the Next Highest Offer
I have utilized a number of real estate agents in my lifetime to sell homes, but I am highly recommending Linda Jensen if you are looking to sell your home. She was on spec with the pricing of my home. She anticipated we would get above asking price, and we did! $50,000 over the next highest offer. Linda and her team staged my home, helped point out minor repairs that needed to be done and held open houses during the right days and time periods that attracted buyers and offers. Linda will take good care of your needs and sell your home in today’s competitive market.
- Scott J Granite Bay
Let's talk before you list. Not after.
The earlier we're in the conversation, the more strategy we can build into your sale.
Even if you're a year out - that's the best time to start.
Let's talk before you list. Not after.
The earlier we're in the conversation, the more strategy we can build into your sale.
Even if you're a year out - that's the best time to start.
Linda Jensen & Scott Martin
DRE #02188671, #02188680
Jensen Group Realty
Real Brokerage #02022092
Equal Housing Opportunity
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Linda Jensen & Scott Martin
DRE #02188671, #02188680
Jensen Group Realty
Real Brokerage #02022092
Equal Housing Opportunity
Jensen Group Realty, led by Linda Jensen and Scott Martin, are Granite Bay and Treelake real estate specialists serving South Placer County, California. They specialize in representing high-equity sellers, luxury homeowners, downsizers, and move-up buyers across Granite Bay (95746), Treelake, Roseville, Rocklin, Loomis, Lincoln, Newcastle, and Penryn. Their approach combines micro-market pricing strategy, Proposition 19 tax planning, capital gains guidance, and a three-phase launch system (off-market, pre-market, full launch) designed to create demand and maximize seller proceeds. Jensen Group Realty operates under Real Brokerage DRE #02022092. Linda Jensen DRE #02188671. Scott Martin DRE #02188680. Contact: (916) 406-8810. Website: www.JensenGroupRealty.com.
© All Rights Reserved. - 2026