Uncategorized Out-of-Area Agents Often Miss the Details I’ve seen too many transactions fall apart because the agent wasn’t local. I’ve had clients come to me after their first deal collapsed when no one realized the home sat in a floodplain. That’s not a minor detail—that’s a deal-breaker. Local experience matters. It’s not about ego—it’s about execution. You want someone who knows how […]
Uncategorized Retirement Done Right in Sequim or Port Angeles There’s a reason so many retirees choose this area. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and offers a slower pace of life. But choosing the right retirement home takes more than picking a pretty view. I walk clients through the things the brochures skip—access to healthcare, transportation, and community. Do you want walkability or privacy? A single-level home […]
Uncategorized Sequim’s Secret: The Sunshine Belt Sequim isn’t just picturesque—it’s one of the sunniest pockets in the Pacific Northwest. Thanks to the Olympic rain shadow, the area gets a fraction of the rainfall compared to nearby towns. That’s why gardeners, retirees, and sun-seekers from across the state gravitate here. Clients are often amazed at how different the weather feels only a […]
Uncategorized Rural Roads and Why They Matter A map won’t tell you which roads flood, which ones are gravel, or which take twice as long in snow. I can. I’ve seen buyers fall for a rural property only to realize later that access was nearly impossible during certain seasons. I’ll point out those realities before you get attached. Knowing the backroads is […]
Uncategorized Local Means I’m Invested I don’t just sell property here—I live here. I buy groceries here, I volunteer in the community, and I run into clients long after their transaction closes. That means I’m accountable in a way that out-of-area agents aren’t. When we work together, it’s about more than a sale. It’s about an ongoing relationship. I’ll be […]
Uncategorized Land Isn’t Just Acreage—It’s Bound by Rules Not all parcels are created equal. That beautiful five-acre spread might look ready for your dream build, but local zoning, overlays, and land-use regulations can say otherwise. I’ve walked clients through restrictions ranging from agricultural zones to wetland setbacks and shoreline buffers. These are not things you want to learn halfway through a purchase. My […]
Uncategorized The Details You Won’t Find in the MLS Listings can’t tell you everything. They won’t mention the bluff erosion on that waterfront lot, the road that turns to mud every winter, or the neighborhood that struggles with seasonal smoke. Living here, I’ve seen these things firsthand. I know which areas stay foggy, where the fire risks are highest, and which neighborhoods have septic […]
Uncategorized Water Rights: Why They Can’t Be Overlooked On the Olympic Peninsula, water access is never guaranteed. Whenever I help a client with land or rural property, I pay close attention to water rights from the start. Wells, meters, watershed restrictions, and Department of Ecology requirements all determine whether a property will truly serve you long term. I’ve worked with buyers who only […]
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