I have spent my life building relationships with people from all walks of life from across the globe and the last 18 years focusing my real estate practice on residential and commercial real estate. This has served me and my clients well over the years as I have a vast network of support within my business, thus allowing me to meet the needs of my clients for a rewarding and positive experience for everyone involved, most of all- YOU!
As an avid world traveler, and being fluent the in the Spanish language, I add a huge appreciation for cultural diversity to my list of attributes. My designation from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) as a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) sets me apart from my real estate colleagues in Iowa. In 2018 I was appointed as the NAR President’s Liaison to Costa Rica and subsequently was awarded President’s Liaison Of The Year by 2018 President, Elizabeth Mendenhall. My experience in working with international clientele from across the globe will benefit you whether you are looking to relocate to the U.S. or are seeking opportunities abroad.
I am nationally recognized as an advocate for the military and veteran community. As a designated Military Relocation Professional (MRP) from the NAR; I bring enhanced skills to assist our military community. My dedication to uniformed military personnel and veterans has afforded me the opportunity to be the founder of Wreaths Across America in Johnson County and the Iowa Troop Pantry, an organization which sent over 10,000 pounds of supplies to Iowa’s deployed.
It has been humbling to be recognized by the United States Marine Corps as a recipient of the Commandant Pin, U.S. Army Patriotic Civilian Service Award (5th highest honor received by a civilian), State of Iowa Governor’s Volunteer Award, and the Iowa National Guard Bravo Co. 1-133rd Operation Enduring Freedom Award. This exemplifies my dedication to service of the military community. I am always honored to and enjoy working with military and veteran families as they pursue their dream of home ownership, PCSing, or when it is time to downsize.
I am a certified short sale specialist, having been certified as a Short Sale Foreclosure Resource (SFR) from NAR. My team takes pride in maintaining our clients’ discretion and dignity during their challenging times. Having had extensive industry training, my team and I are constantly keeping abreast of the ever-changing lending and governmental regulations that are associated with the short sale sector of my real estate practice. My unique short-sale system has allowed me to successfully expedite the best possible outcome for all 50+ short sale clients, working with lenders from the local to national level.
As an award-winning and experienced REALTOR®, you will find me to be a strong negotiator. I bring to my clients refreshing, personable and a straightforward attitude backed by tried and true real estate knowledge. I am always ready to help my clients make the purchase or sale they have been contemplating a reality. Repeat and referral business has been a major part of my success. If you’re selling single family homes, condos, farms, acreages, investment properties or needing to relocate, call me to put my team and I to the task. We will be your partner to complete the transaction with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. My team and I are hard-working with a no-nonsense approach that you’ll enjoy working with over time as life brings you changes.
Customer service and ethics are my priority. My team will always go the extra mile to help you meet your goals in relocating to the U.S., moving abroad, making a military move, securing a home using your veteran benefits or navigating a short sale. Providing support every step of the way during your real estate transaction to make it as comfortable as possible as we approach the closing table and beyond is what I strive to do for every single client.