Empathy is my super power - it enables me to be keenly in tune with people. No matter what business I’ve worked in - financial services, tech, healthcare, non-profit, web design and currently real estate - I “get” people and how to identify problems and turn them into opportunities. I’m a corporate misfit and proud of that. I was never a “yes” person, I was the person asking “why” all the time and had no poker face when I was told “because that’s how we’ve always done it and it works.” I thrive in an autonomous environment with the freedom to think differently and creatively. I don’t seek hundreds of clients to pad my paycheck but rather, I prefer working with a smaller client count at any given time to focus on each client’s individual needs. The majority of my business is through referrals from past clients, friends, family and business connections.Real estate can be fun when the opportunity allows! I’ve dressed in costume, paid for entertainment such as renting a horse to ride-yes, I’ve rented a horse, basically I’ll do what it takes to market a home’s uniqueness to drive marketing to find the right buyers. I work with a team of professionals to assist with decluttering, downsizing, packing/moving and most importantly, home staging; Mike Sperando Photo & Video for professional photos and video and my Broker, Chris Terry and his staff at RE/MAX Properties, Ltd. who provide all the support services I need and then some.I have the experience needed to effectively strategize a custom game plan for each client’s goals. Sellers who have never updated their home and now need to get top dollar - I have options that others don't. I can coordinate making a few key updates to attract top dollar without spending one penny out of pocket before closing and I will have the home staged for maximum Buyer attraction. Or, if a client doesn’t have time to do one thing to the home and needs a quick settlement, I have them covered too.Clients going through a life event such as marriage, having a baby or welcoming in another generation to their home, divorce, downsizing or experienced a loved one who has passed away and doesn’t know where to begin, I'll be their sense of calm and voice of reason. First, I'll listen - really listen - to understand their needs, wants and concerns. Then, I’ll choose the best option for them and I'll answer all of their questions like, "what do I do with all this stuff?"I’ll coach you every step of the way and I’ll go to bat for you! Go HOME with Mary!