Born on Vandenburg Air Force Base in California, James has been proud to call himself a Kentuckian since 1982. James graduated from High School in Fayette County and the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. Since then he has gone on to work for the Lexington Police Department as a Special Victims detective specializing in Crimes Against Children. James retired form Law Enforcement in 2019 after 18 years of service, during which he received numerous awards and citations, concluding with a final award from Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton naming April 16, 2019 "Officer James Jeffries Day"! James married in 2018 and has three loving children. He enjoys attending his church where he has been a member since childhood and is an active member. James also finds time to fish and boat in his free-time and considers himself an avid "foodie". James was drawn to the real estate profession because of his innate ability to problem solve and and provide assistance where it is needed most. James' zeal is unmatched and he brings a since of loyalty to the profession that makes you proud, not just to call him your real estate age, but more importantly your friend.