Kim Heath

Getting prequalified with a reputable lender is the single most important thing to do when getting started with purchasing a home. Having all of the required documentation they will need will expedite the process and will make the entire process easier and less stressful. Working with a knowledgeable Realtor is the 2nd most important thing so that you can have all of the information you need to make decisions along the way.

No matter what type of property you have, the single most important thing is to be realistic on expectations. Whether it's price, location, preference, condition, etc.... no property is ever right for every single buyer. While price has a lot to do with it, sometimes it's just a matter of knowing that a specific property may need more time on the market because it requires a special, specific buyer. Listen to your Realtor and give them the opportunity to provide you with statistics to allow you to make decisions. You are the ultimate decision maker - so make the most informed ones.

I have worked with a variety of different clients ranging from windowers to a first time home buyer radio celebrity. In my market, we tend to draw buyers from out of town who are looking to retire. Alot of my clients are looking to retire, have experience with buying and selling and knows the process. I also work with first time home buyers who know nothing about the buying process and need someone to hold their hand -- which is what I love to do!!

I recently had the opportunity to assist a seller in selling her property of 50 years! She had raised all of her children there and when they had grown, she had taken in foster children for many years. At closing we learned that there had been around 300 foster children in and out of her home. It meant a lot to me to be part of that -- knowing that her home was a safe haven for so many kids and may have been the only safe place they had. She is now going to do some nice things for herself like visit family and maybe even take a trip to Peru!

I got started by working with other top producing agents in Fremont County. I spent many years shadowing and working alongside them to get as much knowledge as I could and have a good understanding and how to problem solve. When I think about having that opportunity, I wouldn't trade it for anything. I couldn't imagine getting my real estate license and not knowing anything about the business and having clients trust me with their huge investments. Experience is key - and I know that I have both the experience, knowledge and insight to do a fantastic job for my clients.

I have obtained the ABR designation which stands for Accredited Buyer Representative. I have also obtained the SRES designation which stands for Senior Real Estate Specialist which helps me assist buyers who are looking to move into what's called "aging in place" homes. (One level homes without stairs, etc..) I am currently working on my GRI designation which stands for Graduate Real Estate Institute and has taken me over a year and I am now half way done.