Debbie Salmon

About Us:

We are DEDICATED to LIVING and WORKING by these CORE VALUES:

To Always:

Live by the GET BY GIVING Philosophy

• Make our Clients #1 GOAL our #1 Goal
• Live up to our Professional Standards despite temptations to lower them
• Be willing to work toward a common good
• Do What we say we'll do, sometime more, just NEVER LESS

As your agent, I promise to provide you with my time, my concern and my knowledge. I will advocate for you and your benefit. I will put your satisfaction above my own. I will take in to consideration your time, your money and your happiness and treat it with the utmost respect. I will take pride in providing you with a happy, memorable real estate venture. I look forward to working with you.

Our philosophy

"Customer relationships are at the heart of what we do. If you don't feel that we've built a strong relationship with you by the time we've sold your home, then we didn't do our job."

Our mission statement

"We strive to make the sale of your home and all of the associated activities free of stress, easy to understand, and at times, even fun. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and provide you with exceptional service throughout our relationship."

In our experience, a home isn't a dream home because of its room dimensions. It's about how you feel when you walk through the front door. And the way you can instantly envision your life unfolding there.

This is about more than real estate. It's about your life and your dreams. Let our associates help you realize those dreams.

Our Difference:

Knowledge:

Powerful curriculum through Keller Williams University keeps our associates ahead of trends, tools and advancements in the real estate industry.

Teamwork:

Unlike other real estate companies, Keller Williams Realty was designed to reward agents for working together, to serve our clients better.

Reliability:

Keller Williams Realty was founded on the principles of trust and honesty, emphasizing the importance of having the integrity to do the right thing and always putting our client's needs first.

Speed:

Leading-edge technology solutions accelerate our associates' efficiency and productivity.

Looking for a new home can be an exciting and challenging experience. Having a real estate professional that takes the time to understand your unique needs and lifestyle is important.

Our associates work hard to not only find the perfect home for you, but also to handle every last detail of the purchase process, from negotiating the terms of sale to recommending moving companies.

10 things you should ask a real estate agent

Having the right real estate professional by your side can greatly improve your home-buying experience. A good rule of thumb is to interview a minimum of three candidates. Here are 10 questions to ask during an interview:

1. Are you a full-time professional REALTOR®? How long have you worked full time in real estate?
2. What geographic areas do you specialize in?
3. Do you have a Website? What information can I find there?
4. How will you keep me informed during my home search and throughout the transaction?
5. Do you have a staff or a team? If so, what roles will they play in my transaction?
6. Will you show me properties from other companies' listings? (Some real estate companies do offer their buyers' agents a higher commission if they are able to sell "in-house" listings. In those instances, there can be added incentive to limit the range of homes you are shown. This may affect your home search and how much your agent's fee will be.)
7. Will you represent me exclusively, or will you also represent the seller? May I have that in writing?
8. How will you get paid? How are your fees structured? May I have that in writing?
9. What distinguishes you from other real estate agents? What is your negotiating style?
10. May I contact some of your recent clients as references?

Do you have a performance guarantee? If I am not satisfied with your performance, can I terminate our buyer agency agreement? (In the heavily regulated world of real estate, it can be difficult to offer a performance guarantee. Typically, agents will outline verbally what you can expect from their performance. Keller Williams Realty understands the importance of win-win business relationships: The agent does not benefit if the client does not benefit.)

Areas of Expertise

Not all homes are created equal and neither are all REALTORS®. What sets us apart is our attention to the highest level of performance for our clients. We work together as a team to get the job done....whether buying or selling a home we are here to make it happen

Welcome to Keller Williams Realty, the Debbie Salmon team

A home is not a home because of its room dimensions or the color of the walls. It is about how you feel when you walk through the front door. And the way you can instantly envision your life unfolding there.

This is about more than real estate. It is about your life and your dreams.

Different by design

Keller Williams Realty takes a different approach to real estate, one that is built on personal touches, win-win deals and positive results.

Debbie Salmon utilizes the latest technologies, market research and business strategies to exceed your expectations. More importantly, we listen and that means we find solutions that are tailored to you.

How we can help

Thanks for starting your real estate search with us. This website is full of information for you whether you are looking to buy or sell.

Deciding how much house you can afford

Before you start house hunting, you need to determine how much house you can afford, which will entail getting preapproved for a home loan. A real estate agent can help you find a mortgage broker to begin the process. While getting preapproved is a more in-depth process, a preapproval letter lets both real estate agents and sellers know that you're a serious shopper who means business.

What do I do to get preapproved?

Getting preapproved requires that the lender review your finances, confirming pay stubs, tax records, credit accounts, bank statements and sometimes more. The preapproval amount will not only be a reliable estimate of what you can afford, but your preapproval also indicates that a lender is willing to do business with you, pending the purchase price, market appraisal and the underwriting process.

You can also get prequalified for a loan, which means that a lender has taken some information from you, and made a tentative decision without necessarily verifying any of the information. Prequalification provides you with a quick estimate of the amount you can afford, but is not considered as reliable as preapproval.

What should I ask when shopping for a lender?

Your real estate agent should have a mortgage broker they are willing to put you in contact with - this lender will be someone they have done business with in the past, and feel comfortable recommending. However, if you decide to do a little comparison shopping and look for a lender on your own, here are a few important questions to ask.

1. What loan programs do you offer and which one do you think is best for me?
2. How long will the loan approval process take?
3. What line items of the loan agreement - if any - are negotiable?
4. What is your policy for locking in interest rates, and will you honor a lower rate if it declines during the lock-in period?
5. Are there fees for prepaying on my loan?

our network

Keller Williams Realty, the 4^{th largest real estate franchise in all of North America. This phenomenal company is newer to Clark County, Wa. (opened here in January 2005) but most certainly not new to the real estate industry. With nearly 80,000 sales associate/partners in North America, Keller Williams is no doubt the fastest growing, most dominant & innovative real estate company in all the land!}

Keller Williams Offices Shine

on Industry Surveys

RISMedia Power Broker Report and Survey

Every year, RISMedia and REAL Trends release two of the real estate's most comprehensive surveys: the RISMedia Power Broker Report and the REAL Trends 500. Both surveys rank the largest residential real estate brokerages in the U.S. based on both transaction sides and sales-dollar volume, and these reports are frequently used as referral tools and are referenced by thousands. This year, Keller Williams stormed onto the lists with a very strong showing.

KW offices dominated the Power Broker Report - with more offices listed in their top 700 list than any other franchise brand. The survey also named Keller Williams Realty as the industry leader in terms of number of agent teams. And, 102 KW offices were listed in the Companies to Watch section - making up 55% of the total list!

As for the Real Trends 500, which lists the top 500 brokerages in the nation, Keller Williams Realty had the second highest amount of offices listed both transaction sides and sales volume, among the top franchise brands.

Even further proof that it's always a great day at Keller Williams!

Keller Williams Realty is a company built and shaped by talented, driven real estate professionals who know the value of having a great career, accomplished colleagues, work-life balance, and a reputation for being the best in the business.

We focus on helping associates realize their fullest potential. You will find opportunities for growth, support for achieving your objectives and a true sense of family and belonging.

At Keller Williams Realty, your success is our goal.... Make today the day you begin the next fulfilling chapter in your life and career

Founded in 1983, Keller Williams Realty Inc. is an international real estate company with more than 650 offices located across the United States and Canada. The company began franchising in 1991, and following years of phenomenal growth and success, became the fourth-largest U.S. residential real estate firm in North America in 2006. The company has succeeded by treating its associates as partners and shares its knowledge, policy control and company profits on a system-wide basis.

At Keller Williams Realty, we like to think we stand out from other real estate firms in many ways, but these areas in particular define Keller Williams Realty as an industry innovator and leader: Culture, Education, Profit Share and Technology.

We focus on helping associates realize their fullest potential. You will find opportunities for growth, support for achieving your objectives and a true sense of family and belonging.

We are committed to providing the tools agents need to thrive in today's market. SHIFT: How Top Real Estate Agents Tackle Tough Times is the latest book from Gary Keller, author of The Millionaire Real Estate Agent.

Your success is our goal.... Make today the day you begin the next fulfilling chapter in your life and career. Contact us today!