Earlier than you might think. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we talk. An early conversation gives us time to look at your goals, questions, timing, and options without the pressure of an immediate decision.

I’m based in Seattle and work with buyers and sellers in the surrounding Washington communities I serve. If you’re wondering whether your location is within my service area, just ask. If I’m not the right person geographically, I’ll tell you and help you find someone who is.

I bring several perspectives to the same decision. Nearly three decades in education taught me how to explain complicated information clearly. My general contractor experience helps me look at properties with a construction-aware eye. And my real estate experience brings those perspectives together to help clients understand their options and make informed decisions.

Yes. My general contractor background gives me a practical perspective when we're thinking about a property's condition and potential. I can help you identify questions to ask and considerations to explore, while recognizing when a licensed inspector, contractor, engineer or other specialist should provide the appropriate evaluation.

Sometimes the obvious path isn’t the only one. Depending on the situation, we can explore real estate options such as loan assumptions, seller financing, or alternative transaction structures and discuss the questions and tradeoffs involved. When specialized lending, legal, tax, or financial advice is needed, I’ll encourage you to work with the appropriate professional.

We start with a conversation. I’ll ask questions, listen to what matters to you, and help clarify what you’re trying to accomplish. If working together makes sense, we’ll talk through the next steps. If it doesn’t, that’s okay too. The goal of the first conversation is understanding—not pressure.