My interest in houses began early in my life. My father was a builder of custom homes and my mother was one of the first woman realtors, beginning her career in 1957 in our hometown in Northern Illinois. My college bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University is in Interior Design and Architecture. I worked in contract and residential interior design as an ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) professional for twenty years in the Chicago, Illinois area. I joined my family's REMAX real estate business as a licensed agent in 1994. Transferring to Texas in 1997 has given me "hands on" experience on moving a family across country. I worked as an assistant for a "top producing" realtor while earning my Texas license and then joined up with Keller Williams in May 1999.
Throughout the years of continuing real estate education, I have attained the ABR - Accredited Buyer's Agent; CRS - Certified Residential Specialist; GRI - Graduate of Real Institute and SRES- Senior Real Estate Specialist designations. I have been selected as one of D Magazine's BEST Real Estate Agents in Dallas. I served on the Agent Leadership Council and was consistently in the "Top 10" in the McKinney Keller Williams office.
In 2012, I joined Private Label Realty where I was consistently in the top 10% in production. JP & Associates Realtors acquired Private Label in 2017 and I continue to work with many Sellers and Buyers "Exceeding their Expectations".
In staging my client’s homes in preparation to putting the homes on the market, I practice Feng Shui design for selling Real Estate which gives homes the "Positive" Energy that appeals to Buyers!
01 Jun 2025
Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you’re selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, having the right real estate agent...
01 May 2025
Thinking about listing your home in 2025? If so, you’re smart to start planning ahead. With housing inventory rising in many market segments, today’s sellers need more than just a “for sale” sign to...
01 Apr 2025
Dreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.1 According to data from...
01 Mar 2025
Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings! You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on...
01 Feb 2025
Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem...
01 Jan 2025
Experts Predict Home Values to Increase 1.5% to 3.6% in 2025. Top housing experts and economists give a glimpse of what mortgage rates, home values and the national real estate market will do in...
09 Dec 2024
The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel...
01 Nov 2024
For many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort: it was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing...
30 Sep 2024
Selling your home quickly and at the right price takes more than just listing it online. To draw in potential buyers and secure top offers, your home needs to stand out. That’s where home...
01 Sep 2024
A recent survey found that more than half (52%) of American homeowners have a renovation project planned this year.1 If you’re among them, you know that embarking on home improvements can be both exciting...