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Thank you for visiting my website. Credentials: Licensed Realtor, ABR, GRI, SRESMember of North Scottsdale Chamber of CommerceMember of Scottsdale Association of RealtorsBachelor of Science in Business and ManagementCertificate in Paralegal Studies I don't want to sell you a house; I want to help you buy the home of your dreams -- and become your Real Estate Consultant for life!  Whether it's your first home, your retirement home, an investment property, or you want to lease , I'll help you get the perfect home at the best price and the best terms -- I can also assist you with either a long-term lease, or a vacation-length lease in a furnished home.I strive to deliver first-class service to my clients using 100% of my efforts to meet their real estate needs both during and after the transaction.  In return my valued clients, suppliers, and friends refer their family members, coworkers, neighbors, and other people they know to me for advice on any aspect of the real estate process.  This allows me to spend 100% of my time servicing my clients instead of spending most of my efforts trying to find new clients.  I am interested in building strong, lasting, lifelong relationships, one person at a time by making business decisions based on the long-term benefits to my clients, not based on \"making the sale.\"Buying, Selling, or Leasing?  Relax -- It's Knapp Time!I'd like to explain the designations after my name --  I was awarded the Graduate, REALTOR (R) Institute (GRI) after completing 90 hours of classroom instruction and examinations, covering subjects such as contract law, professional standards, sales and marketing, finance and risk reduction.  The courses are taught by leading real estate instructors from around the State.  This additional knowledge allows me to better serve my clients and customers.  An Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) must complete an additional 22 hours of classroom instruction covering agency law, real estate legal issues, as well as demonstrate  having closed successful transactions representing the Buyer.  As part of the ABR, I am also a member of the Real Estate BUYER's AGENT Council of the National Association of REALTORS(R).  I happily completed the requirements for these designations to earn your trust and confidence.The Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) Designation is an essential step for REALTORS® in understanding the distinct real estate goals, concerns, and needs of seniors today. With this additioinal course I looked at key differences in housing options, from age-restricted communities to age-in-place design to assisted living; applications of the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA); the ins and outs of reverse mortgages; the use of pensions, 401k accounts, and IRAs in real estate transactions; and developing a team of senior specialists, including estate planners, reverse mortgage lenders, clutter and staging specialists, and more. If you're a buyer -- my husband and I have purchased over a dozen properties through the years, and I know first-hand how frustrating and exhausting the search for the perfect home can be!  My training, experience, and knowledge will help make your search experience as fun and painless as possible.If you're a seller -- I know how to market your house to find a buyer, help negotiate a great deal, and take care of all the legal and technical aspects of the sale.When you are buying or selling property in today's real estate market, it's important to have confidence in your real estate professional. My commitment as your local REALTOR® is to provide you with the specialized real estate service you deserve.When you are an informed buyer or seller, you'll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That's why my goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in your local area. With property values continuing to rise, real estate is a sound investment for now and for the future.As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals.If you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.Thank you for visiting my website - please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates.