I live in the North City neighborhood of Shoreline. I recently volunteered to be the representative for our neighborhood to the Council of Neighborhoods and to revitalize our neighborhood association. The first revitalization meeting was held on September 23 and the turnout was great. The numbers weren't huge but the enthusiasm was. Several people volunteered to work with me on getting the association active and getting neighbors connected. I am so excited and honored to have this opportunity. We have an outstanding neighborhood.
The City of Shoreline has this great meeting once a month. Representatives from each neighborhood (a volunteer position) get together to discuss what's happening in their neighborhoods. At each meeting there is a presenter from a particular department of the city government that discusses some of the current projects going on in the city.
At the March meeting, representatives of a Shoreline City Council citizens' advisory committee reported on their year-long study of a housing strategy for the City of Shoreline. The committee focused on three areas for their study: affordability, housing choice, and neighborhood character. The result of the study is documented in the Comprehensive Housing Strategy Report. Some of the highlights of the report:
Factors relating to why the City of Shoreline needs a housing strategy:
The Shoreline City Council Citizen's Advisory Committee hopes that the housing strategy will address:
After the presentation, there was a question and answer period. The Shoreline Council of Neighborhoods representatives were encouraged to help facilitate a successful outcome.
I recently joined the KW Bothell Market Center after the North Seattle Market Center merged with Greater Seattle and Bothell Market Centers. I chose the Bothell Market Center because their invitation to me was warm and sincere, I'm a North End girl, I love the people there, and the office decor is gorgeous!
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Can a real estate agent be professional and still have fun with customers? Of course, they can! I love my profession because I love helping people achieve their goals. I may not be able to help them find the perfect mate, or the perfect job (although I will try if they ask), or the perfect suit, but I can find them the perfect home. My responsibility to those who chose to hire me is to get them what they want, whether it's the best price for their current home or the new home that fits their exact needs. The whole process of buying or selling real estate can sometimes be frustrating and confusing. Part of my job is to handle those moments professionally and positively. And if there is humor in something, bring it out! If there is no humor, then bring it in. Laughter is a great stress reliever and creates a bond between those sharing the laughter. Satisfied (and some not so satisfied) clients have said how much they appreciate my patience, persistence, professionalism, and that they had fun with me. Of course, the key is to listen to what the people have to say, understand their needs, understand their motivation, and their sense of humor. As soon as you are clear on what they want and who they are, you have a loyal client and possibly a new friend.
The things I do best are the things that I love. Because I love gardening and interior design, my expertise lies in advising sellers how to make their resale home as appealing to buyers as possible. On the other side, I can help buyers see the potential in a home that would work for them but needs a little personalization. The City of Shoreline is filled with homes built between 1940 and 1970. That's why I love living and offering my real estate expertise here. There is so much potential in these older homes. And, typically the lots are large enough to add more square feet if they are needed. It's exciting to see one of these homes get new owners. Because before you know it, they have redone the 50 year-old landscaping, put in new windows, painted it a fresh new color, refinished the hardwood floors, and bingo! their home has increased in value. And, they have started a rejuvination on their street. In a nutshell, my expertise is the homes of Shoreline's neighborhoods - Richmond Beach (yes, there are waterfront and water view homes in Shoreline), Innis Arden, Richmond Highlands, Hillwood, Echo Lake, North City, Ridgecrest, Briarcrest, Parkwood, Meridian Park, Westminster Triangle, and Highland Terrace. There is also a very exclusive neighborbhood called The Highlands. Home prices start at or over a $1M.
Thank you so much for your knowledge and professionalism. We feel very fortunate to have such a patient and helpful Realtor. -- Don and Cindy
If you want a Realtor who really listens to understand your real estate needs, hire Nan. She will work hard and smart to help you meet your real estate goals. -- Ann and Mark
You personify the neighborhood Realtor. Thanks for making this experience warm and friendly. We feel that your suggestions really made a difference, not only in how quickly the house sold (less than a week!) but in getting a full-price, no-hassle offer. -- Pat and Sherry
Survey says -- 99% satisfaction. -- Kim and Gary
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