I am the Principal Managing Broker of RE/MAX Northwest in Tacoma & Gig Harbor, WA. My personal mission statement is "To Achieve Excellence Through Service to Others" I try to make a positive difference in people's lives on a daily basis. My business motto is, "To have fun, while making money, helping people." That's me in a nutshell. My real estate career has afforded me the opportunity to assist literally thousands of people solve their real estate problems and enhance their lives. I am passionate about helping people growth wealth through buying, selling and owning real estate.I believe in maintaining a positive mental attitude and actively managing that attitude throughout the day, knowing that patience, persistence and understanding, just like strain and struggle, come before success, even in the dictionary.I work hard at being a skilled listener, negotiator, and decision maker. I am known for my leadership skills, discipline, dependability for fulfilling commitments, insightful and perceptive market analysis. And... for my sense of humor. I try to provide cogent, salient real estate and political analysis to my audience.I have resolved to stay fit mentally & physically, which benefits me as well as my family. By choosing to stay healthy, I believe I have a better chance of enjoying all the blessings life has to offer.My focus is on taking something positive from each day, not just getting through the day. I believe personal growth starts with spiritual growth. This leads me to a place of peace, contentment and balance. It begins and ends with my dedication for my God, my family, my friends and my community. I try to honor all with whom I come in contact. I believe in the eternal nature of people, As one of my favorite mentors Jim Rohn, writes, "Success is something you attract by the person you become.". I'm working on it! .Specialties: Leader; Skilled negotiator and mediator; Skilled problem solver; Insightful real estate market fore-castor and analyst; Skilled listener; Decision maker