In 1997, shortly after I had my first daughter, I decided that real estate was something that both caught my interest and suited my personality . I had been working toward a degree in teaching, but making this detour turned into a very successful and valuable experience. Over the past 16 plus years it has been a joy to have provided hundreds of clients with an in-depth understanding and appreciation of the Bay Area's complex real estate market. In 2000 our family decided to move North to Cotati, where we now reside. I love Sonoma County, with its rolling hills, vineyards, and sunshine. I am again and again reminded of its beauty. After Katrina hit the Gulf Coast in 2005, I was so moved by the loss the people of Mississippi and Louisiana experienced, I was compelled to help. I spent 12 months in the hardest hit regions rebuilding and returning people to their homes. While in the south I worked closely with builders, developers and with Habitat for Humanity to help rebuild and restore homes. It was one of the most moving experiences of my life. Now I am back in San Francisco Bay Area, the market that I cut my teeth on. I missed San Francisco with its architectural and cultural diversity. While I plan to continue working in the Wine Country and Sonoma Coast area where I have a firm command of the market, I look forward to serving my clients entire real estate needs in all four counties, Napa, Sonoma, Marin and San Francisco. I understand the diligence and dedication required in the selling and marketing of a property. I work hard as an advocate for each and everyone of my clients. I have developed my skill as a negotiator and I am able to keep the lines of communication open among all parties, at every stage of a transaction. I ensure a stress-free escrow process. My objective is creating a special partnership to achieve your goals and desires. My intention is to treat each buyer and seller the way I would like to be treated; with professionalism, understanding and passion. A condominium or single family dwelling is not only one of your most important investments; it is the place you will call home.