About Jess

Looking for you next dream home≠ As a top Lakeshore realtor, my goal is to find the perfect home for you and your family. That's not an easy task, but I work hard at it, and I have some distinct advantages that help me succeed for my clients. The first is that I know the Lakeshore area, including Ottawa and Muskegon counties. I grew up here and gained an extensive and intimate knowledge of these communities and their housing markets. Whether you're looking to buy a home in Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg, Fruitport, or anywhere on the Lakeshore, I can guide you to the home that best fits your desires and needs. The best real estate agents know that the first step in helping their clients is not to talk, but to listen. That's why I start our working relationship by asking you a lot of questions - about your family, about your future plans, about the kind of community you're looking for, and about your dream home. This information helps me get to know you, and together we can define exactly what you want and need in your perfect home! There are plenty of pitfalls to avoid when you're looking for your dream home and some of them aren't readily apparent. Because I worked in the housing construction industry, I not only know what trouble signs to look for, I can identify problems before you buy, saving you money and heartache. Another advantage I bring to you is my experience in helping clients purchase homes in virtually every price range. Whether you're looking for a moderately priced, three bedroom ranch, or a high-end luxury home with several thousand square feet, I have the experience to locate the house you want and negotiate the best purchase price for you. Are you looking to sell your home≠ The process can be daunting and it's often hard to know where or even how to begin. The real estate markets are incredibly competitive and there are most likely scores of houses for sale in your area. But millions of people around the country sell their homes every day, so we know it can be done. I can help you identify and use your advantages to enhance the successful sale of your home. And by successful, I mean that you'll have the best chance of selling your home quickly and for the right price. I also provide advanced marketing tactics so that your home is seen by the right people. I arrange professional photos of the listing, highlighting what makes your current home special. I have extensive knowledge of Lakeshore area homes, and I have experience selling properties in every price range, from moderately-priced homes to high-end, luxury listings. Whether you're a first-time lister, or this isn't your first rodeo, I help you along every step of the process to make sure you get the best price possible when selling your home. Even after we successfully sell your home, I strive to maintain our relationship so that you have someone to turn to that you can trust the next time you're looking to sell or buy your home. I provide resources most other realtors do not, with my close relationships with trusted inspectors, repairmen, and other helpful services.