Wanda Tharp

About Me:

Hello Everyone!

To be quite honest I hate writing about myself, but here I am stepping out of my comfort zone. I'd much rather be showing houses or help negotiate an offer!

So, what should I tell you? How did I end up selling real estate? Life has a way of preparing you for your next act. I think it started when I was a little girl in rural Missouri making rooms out of boxes and furntiure for my Barbie doll. I also liked to make clothes for my dolls, later for myself which lead to me majoring in Clothing and Textiles Retailing in college. After college I worked in retail and merchandising, was an office manager for an apartment complex and worked in the banking industry until I had my first child. I stayed home with my children and followed my then husband around the country with his job. I then became a divorced single mom of two children, taking care of my own home. With all the moves and changes I bought and sold many homes. Why am I telling you this? I think all of my life experiences and passions prepared me for this career. I also think it makes me a better agent and better able to help and understand my clients unique and individual needs.

So, how did I finally get into the business? My kids were older and I decided it was time to go back to work. I worked for a local online company for a year and a half, but need more of a challege. I had always been interested in real estate, had been told I should be in the business etc...but never took the leap. I contacted Coldwell Banker Hedges, met with the brokers and after much thought decided to make the change. I can honestly tell you that I want to do this until the State won't let me drive any more! I enjoy all the people I meet and how every day is different. Yes, I do this to earn a living, but the most rewarding experience I have had is helping someone get into their first home when they thought it wouldn't be possible. Again, I feel all my life experiences have groomed me to be the best real estate agent for your family. I'm about helping you!

Areas of Expertise

• Listing agent
• Corporate Relocation
• First time home buyers
• Luxury home buyers
• Investors
• New Construction
• Staging

Testimonials

"Wanda did a great job finding houses that worked with my budget and my expectations for a first home. After doing some of my own research she was able to add a few houses spur of the moment that I wanted to look at the day of the viewing. She knew certain things to look for in buying a house that were new to me. She was very helpful and I am grateful for all her assistance." Jennifer W., NW Cedar Rapids

"I love my house and Wanda did a great job of assisting me in working out the final details prior to closing that helped to seal the deal! Buying a house was a big step and although it was a tough decision, Wanda made me feel comfortable by enabling me in accomplishing one of my life goals by showing me a variety of properties that met my needs. She truly wanted me to be happy with the property I was buying and thanks to her, I am!" Robin D, SE Cedar Rapids