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WELCOME!! And thanks for checking out my site, and wanting to know a little bit about me.

I LOVE what I do, and that’s helping buyers and sellers in Seattle Washington and its metropolitan area. Buying your dream home is exciting experience. I’ve been doing just that for over 30 years right here in the Seattle area.

Your home should be a Sound financial decision also!

One of my greatest joys is helping my buyers and sellers make better financial decisions.  Yes, you home is a warm thought and place in your heart.  it is where you live and it’s an emotional issue.  Beyond the warm, soft, fuzzy of being a home owner there is the financial aspect to be considered.  That is where my thought process excels.  My extensive financial, mortgage and analytical thought process helps clients look at their home buying or selling transaction from a long term perspective. 

And with my professional expertise, it can be a smooth and worry-free one as well. I’ve spent over 30 years helping families find the perfect home for them, and I’ve had the advantage of learning everything there is to know about my area – one home at a time. I’ve really gotten to know this market like the back of my hand.

My years of successful experience in the Seattle, WA area enable me to provide you in-depth knowledge of this marketplace.

I believe fully in old-fashioned service combined with today’s technology to make every real estate transaction just as smooth as it can possibly be. One of the best comments I ever had was that it was just like doing business with a “Good ol boy". At least I took it as a positive comment! And we can make it a fun and enjoyable time as well!

If I can put my professional services to work for you in buying your next property,

please contact me at 206-898-3776 or Contact Us

 

I work hard to ensure each move and home purchase or sale is as smooth and pleasant as it can be. I know that moving and the home buying and the home selling process are stressful, and my goal is to take some of that stress away.

I or one of my associates (my son Tyler) provides many of my clients with mortgages along with the home sale. This unique combination of talent makes for a smoother overall transaction.

When it comes to selling a home in the Seattle area, the role of the real estate agent is many times viewed too simplistically—that of being a matchmaker with a buyer and a home.

In reality, the process is often very complex and time-consuming, and requires the use of many specialized skills and services to bring about a successful sale.

For my clients in Seattle, West Seattle, Renton, Tukwila, Burien, Des Moines, Federal Way and surrounding areas I have developed and refined a Comprehensive Marketing Plan that is customized for each individual property I market. My goal is your goal–to get you the highest price in the shortest time possible with the best terms and with the least inconvenience to you. 

I believe that those who truly want to own their own home should be able to, and that’s what I’m all about…….helping those who want their own piece of the American dream!!

My customized Home Finding Plan is designed to assist you and your family, and includes the following services:

** Certified Buyer Representation

** Explaining the entire home buying process, step by step

** Determining your housing needs and wants

** Locating the home of your choice, matching your needs with the home’s benefits

** Explaining & completing all necessary paperwork involved in purchasing

** Negotiating the right price and terms for your situation

** Coordinating all inspections, etc. as necessary

** Obtaining financing programs and loan approval

** Coordinating and handling all details relative to the closing

** Keeping you informed and understanding all details

 

When searching for the right home or condo, you’ll want to begin by establishing and prioritizing your needs and wants. Are you looking for a large or small home? Are schools and community activities important to you? Are you looking for a home in move-in condition or a fixer-upper in which you can use your creative talents and energy?

Background information

 

My love of life in the natural world comes from my Bachelors degree in Marine Biology and Environmental Studies from WWSC. This led to a scuba diving enjoyment, skiing, mountain hiking and camping experiences with my three sons and daughter. My kids learned to enjoy car camping, two weeks twice a year, from the Gulf of Baja to Banff and Jasper. The geology is amazing. We all have memories to last a lifetime. Yes, we actually had a VW van!

My solid business acumen stems from a Masters degree in Finance from the University of Puget Sound, along with over 30 years of financial and business experience. I started United Pacific Mortgage in 2000 and sold it in 2005. We originating over 4,500 mortgages, around $850,000,000 in volume, sold in 2005 and managed 120 loan officers and staff of about 25 people.

Its true; I do understand the mortgage business inside out as well as the real estate business. That is a level of expertise you will find extremely useful as you pursue your home ownership goals. It means you benefit from a superior understanding of your home buying experience; how to recognize and resolve issues as soon as possible- frequently without you even knowing there was an issue.  And that’s what you want isn’t it?

A wealth of experience for your benefit!

 

I have more than a web page. Since 1999 I have been significantly involved with Internet marketing and am an expert at providing my clients with maximum Internet exposure.

Thirty years experience in real estate sales, investment, management, brokerage ownership and finance is available to you at no extra cost!

Real estate investment experience

As a real estate investor I acquired ownership of 50 + rental units at height of my glory.My portfolio consisted of single family residences, duplex, triplex, fourplex and multifamily properties up to twelve units as well as property management.  I understand your real estate investment property needs and the environment which will lead to your success as a real estate investor. Now is one of the best times in years to invest in real estate.

Mortgage experience

I have been helping my clients with their real estate and purchase money mortgages since 1988.  In 2000 I started United Pacific Mortgage, a mortgage bank, and grew it from three guys mortgage to over 120 loan officers who generated over 4,500 mortgages, around $850,000,000 in volume and sold the business in 2005. I managed an advertising budget of $70,000 per month.  i understand advertising very well and my clients benefit from that knowledge.

In the early 1980s I authored a real estate investment analysis program which sold from here to Australia. That was a learning experience which lasts a lifetime.

My clients benefit from the fact that I excel in early problem recognition, alternatives and satisfactory resolution; creative thought process and implementation of marketing plans.

If I can put my professional services to work for you

in buying or selling your next property,

please call me at 206-898-3776

or email dt@seattlerealestatesource.com

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