Hello,
I'm a professional real estate consultant. You will find that my experience and extensive knowledge of all aspects of the real estate world are invaluable to you when you are making your important real estate decisions.
I have been a licensed real estate professional in the State of Washington since 1981. I earned my Associate Brokers license in 1987 and for a time was part owner of a small local brokerage in Seattle. I joined Windermere Real Estate Northwest in 1992 as an Associate Broker.
I'm a Realtor® (Member of the National Association of Realtors® aka NAR), a member of the Washington Association of Realtors® (WAR) and the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS). In addition, I have earned several professional designations including the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), (a designation earned by fewer than 5% of agents nationwide), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Accredited Staging Professional (ASP).
What year did you become a real estate agent?
1981
How many years have you been in Real Estate?
37 years, where h as the time gone?
What is the average home price in your market?
$400,000 on up.
Are there any new developments or trends in your area?
More inventory, fewer qualified buyers. Recent trend toward 'green built' homes is promising.
Why do you enjoy being a real estate agent?
It allows me to do so many different jobs all under the heading of 'agent', whether it be a consultant, negotiator, marriage counselor, tour guide, psychologist or general contractor, there's never a dull moment in this business.
What is the most challenging issue you face as a Real Estate Professional?
Making sure that I am able to help my clients achieve their real estate goals.
Tell us one of your client success stories or an interesting moment in your profession.
Interesting moment has to be what we have been going through here in Seattle during the last few years. From high to low. 'The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.'
What is your best characteristic?
I listen.
Who or what inspires you the most?
My passion for life and learning.
What is the best advice you ever received?
"Be pleasant until ten o'clock in the morning and the rest of the day will take care of itself." unknown.
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Seattle, WA.