Coastal real estate is more than my profession—it’s the place I’ve always wanted to call home. Originally from Kinston, North Carolina, I grew up vacationing on Bogue Banks and dreaming of living here year-round. After graduating from East Carolina University and gaining experience beyond the coast, I made that dream a reality.
Today, as a real estate broker with Emerald Isle Realty, I help buyers and sellers navigate North Carolina’s Crystal Coast with confidence. With more than 20 years of real estate experience, I specialize in vacation rental investments, second homes, and primary residences.
My background gives me a broad perspective on both the transaction and the responsibilities of ownership. While completing my broker licensing coursework, I worked as a real estate paralegal, building a strong foundation in the closing process. As Project Coordinator at Grande Villas in Indian Beach, I helped market and sell luxury condominiums. I later spent five years in vacation rental property management with Emerald Isle Realty, working closely with homeowners to support rental income, coordinate property care, and navigate the practical demands of owning a beach investment.
That experience shapes the guidance I provide today. For buyers, I look beyond a property’s initial appeal to help evaluate how it fits their goals, lifestyle, and ownership expectations. For sellers, I bring local market knowledge and an understanding of what coastal buyers value to help position their property effectively.
My approach is personal, straightforward, and focused on you. I listen carefully, explain the process clearly, keep you informed, and offer honest advice—even when the answer requires a closer look. Whether you’re purchasing your first beach home, evaluating a rental investment, or preparing to sell, my goal is to be your advocate and a trusted resource from our first conversation through closing and beyond.