I moved to Oregon in 1989 to begin my insurance career with Universal Underwriters, where I specialized in Commercial Insurance for franchise auto dealers.In 1993 I became an Independent Insurance Agent focused on working with Real Estate Investors, Brokers, Managers and Lenders.Shortly after, I started investing in Real Estate.As a Real Estate Investor, I understand first hand the importance of increasing a property value and continuous need to improve Return on Investment to provide investors additional opportunities to grow their portfolio equity value.My insurance practice focuses on working with Real Estate Investors, Lenders, Developers of properties such as; Apartments, Retail, Office, Creative, Warehouse & Industrial.Since 1989, I have worked with international carriers and specialty programs that are available to only a few brokers. These programs provide policies rich with coverage for my clients.Whether you are well established or considering your first Commercial Real Estate investment, there is no insurance broker with more means to provide you the help needed to grow your portfolio.

Commercial Real Estate Pro Network was created to support Commercial Real Estate Investors, from beginners to experienced veterans and professionals. Weekly we interview investors and professionals to learn from their investing experience. We cover all asset classes; Multifamily, Self Storage, Retail, Warehouse & Industrial, Office, Maker Space, Notes and more. Topics range from mindset, education, creating your team, joint ventures, syndication, deal analysis, financing, raising capital, due diligence, insurance, property management, risk management, operations, disposition, and 1031 exchanges. There are multiple ways to engage or digest the available information:- You Tube- Linkedin- Twitter- Website- Podcast

Commercial Insurance BrokerAreas of Focus: Commercial Real Estate - Investors & Landlords Apartments, Retail, Office, Warehouse, Industrial, Large schedules of SFR - Affordable Housing - Renters Insurance for Owners of 100+ units - Lenders Forced placed - Developers Builders Risk - Design Professionals - Trades Errors & OmissionsTelecommunications

Developed marketing program focused on working with Restaurants for their insurance needs including: - Property - General Liability - Liquor Liability - Umbrella - Workers Compensationwww.TastyRates.com

Property & Casualty Insurance Account Executive for SW Oregon territory. Increased market share with Franchise Auto Dealers to 35% plus.

Managed territory in central Missouri. Designed and sold 2-way & trunk communication systems to meet commercial client needs.