A Little About My Background

In 1975, I went to Alaska and worked on the Alaska Pipeline as a truck driver. When the pipeline was over, I stayed in Alaska and continued to work as truck driver. After 15 years of driving, I retired from the Teamsters Union. For seven years in Fairbanks, Alaska, I also owned and operated Ginger's Glass Works- a stained glass supply store- where I taught classes, and designed custom stained glass windows for residential, commercial, and churches.

In 1989 I adopted 3 siblings from Bogotá Colombia. The youngest is now 18 and almost out of the nest. I also designed and help build 2 log homes, and a couple of cabins- which was my stepping stone to selling real estate.

After 20 years in Alaska, I moved to Montana for three years before my move back home to California. Besides work, which consumes most of my time, I make time for trap shooting, gardening, and going to the gym.

My new career as a Realtor started in 1996. I became a Broker in 2002. Through continuing education, I have also earned the designations of CRS- Certified Residential Specialist. Only 5% of all Realtors in the United States have qualified for this designation. Also the GRI- Graduate Realtor Institute, and SRES- Seniors Real Estate Specialist.

I love my job. I give 150% to all of my clients. I look forward to meeting new people, and helping them achieve their dreams of buying or selling their home.

Education

- College courses to earn my Real Estate Salesperson license in 1997.
- 5 more college courses to earn my Brokers license in 2002.
- 108 hours of education in numerous real estate topics to earn the GRI designation (Graduate REALTOR® Institute)
- CRS (Council of Residential Specialists) designation. Requires 48 hrs real estate education w/minimum 75 closed transactions & working as full time agent for 5 yrs.
- SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designation.
- Institute of Luxury Home Marketing

Awards

1997 Rookie of the Year
1998-2002 President¿s Club & Executive Club
2003 100% Club
2004 Platinum
Homegain Gold Member

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When you are buying or selling property in today's real estate market, it's important to have confidence in your real estate professional. My commitment as your local REALTOR® is to provide you with the specialized real estate service you deserve.

When you are an informed buyer or seller, you'll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That's why my goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in your local area. With property values continuing to rise, real estate is a sound investment for now and for the future.

As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals.

If you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.

Thank you for visiting my website - please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates.

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