I love Arizona and I love being a Realtor®. I am a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI). My book, “The Central Phoenix Guide to Real Estate”, in its third edition, is a testament to my love and dedication to the Valley of the Sun. I have been a Certified Mentor for Buffini and Company’s Realtor training and coaching programs since 2002 and in early 2012 was selected as an Ambassador which allows me to train not only those agents in my own brokerage but anyone from any discipline. I owned my own brokerage from 2005 through 2012 where I helped over 450 homeowners in distress short sell their properties, helped investors purchase distressed properties, and helped traditional homeowners buy and sell properties. During this time I built and managed a small residential property management practice of over 130 properties. In a previous career I directed a consulting practice for a major consulting company where I was responsible for all higher education and municipal projects for the western region of the US. I applied what I learned about teamwork, client care, and customer service to my real estate business to benefit both my clients and the agents I works with. I enjoy the synergy of working with others as it helps me stay fresh and current.As a Buffini and Company Certified Mentor, Ambassador, and Small Group Leader, I work actively and consistently to improve myself and my real estate business. I love helping my clients sell or find just the right home, and then get settled into their new home. I love meeting new people and making new friends which is one of the many reasons I enjoy being a Realtor®.