Irina honorably served in the United States Marine Corps, after which she moved to the mountains of Western North Carolina and obtained her real estate license. She is also certified by the National Association of REALTORS as a Military Relocation Professional.Real Estate is Irina's passion, but it all stemmed from being raised in a hospitality family. Her experience in hospitality taught Irina the true importance of customer service, effective communication, attention to detail, and how to create the best possible experience for every customer. Irina is practical, logical, and tactful, and expressly uses these skills in order to meet the needs of her clients, no matter what their demands.When she's not helping clients find their dream home she spends her spare time with her family, and enjoys hiking, running, backpacking, photography, cooking, traveling, and yoga.