The southwest Florida real estate market has evolved since just a few years ago, such that buyers, sellers and investors need to consider more carefully their short and long range goals and objectives before investing and selling. As your real estate consultant, my role is to bring expertise, advice and objective counsel to clients in an unbiased and professional manner, such that your every expectation is met and exceeded, regardless of market conditions. As such, my only business today is your complete satisfaction. My knowledge of the southwest Florida real estate market, combined with the management, marketing, negotiation, financial and contracting skills I developed as a senior business executive at both Fortune 500 and smaller entrepreneurial companies, uniquely position me to partner with you in a consultative fashion to ensure your success in real estate transactions. In addition, I’ve been active the past 25 years in real estate development, construction and investing, bringing a well-rounded perspective to my clients.

In order to ensure that every client receives the level and quality of service I am committed to, I limit my practice to the number of buyers and sellers that I can manage at any one time such that quality, timely communication and client focus are never jeopardized. My goal is not to be a “top producer” or have the most clients. My goal is to have clients with the most satisfaction.

So what does this all mean to you?

As a seller, one of the most important roles of your real estate consultant is to set forth a strategy to optimize the two primary seller considerations – price and time-to-close. That requires an in-depth understanding of current market conditions, the competition, buyer perspectives and motivation, and, most importantly, your needs and requirements. As your consultant, my job is to listen and understand what you want to achieve in your timeframe, and to share with you a strategy to make that happen as partners. We then develop a marketing plan specific to your needs, targeted to achieve the goals you have set for us. This plan includes market positioning and presentation of your home or property, critical factors in today’s evolving market. You should expect nothing less. My commitment to you as your partner and real estate consultant is that I will professionally execute the tactics and strategies necessary to ensure your success, all backed by the “legendary” service of John R Wood Realtors.

Every buyer shares something in common with all other buyers – the desire to achieve best value for dollar spent. In today’s market, finding best value can be elusive. Some sellers have not yet recognized the reality of today’s market. Hence price reductions are not uncommon after a property sits with little attention from buyers. Your consultant’s understanding of the market and a keen focus on “best value” provides you with the confidence to purchase a home or property knowing that all factors that might impact your decision making process have been brought to your attention and analyzed in light of current market conditions and trends. Buyer’s remorse is not in our equation. My financial and negotiation skills, combined with my in-depth market knowledge, ensure clients of wise buying decisions and best value for dollar spent. You should expect nothing less from your real estate consultant, and you have my commitment to settle for nothing less on your behalf.

Investors are looking at a very different market in southwest Florida in recent months. The days of “buy and flip” almost any property for fast profits are largely over. Cash flow, value and future market trends now dictate how investment dollars should be deployed to maximize the probability of achieving the desired return on investment. So whether you’re looking for a vacation home with rental opportunity, returns driven by a combination of appreciation and cash flow, vacant land in the path of future expansion, commercial/industrial parcels, 1031 opportunities etc, you need to partner with a financial pro who brings consultative expertise in finance, taxes, analysis and just plain good business judgment to ensure sound decision making. That’s my commitment to you.

Finally, real estate transactions can be stressful occasions. Part of my job is to minimize the inconvenience and interruptions to your daily routines. I accomplish this by following-up promptly, actively communicating timely with all parties, and by anticipating problems and finding resolution before they become impediments to success. Keeping a sense of humor and a positive attitude helps a lot too!

In summary, my practice is only about one thing – your complete satisfaction. My goal as your real estate consultant is to exceed your every expectation as a buyer, seller or investor - no exceptions. It would be my privilege to partner with you and earn your trust and respect along the way. I know I’ve succeeded and met all of my commitments to you when you would not think of referring anyone but me to friends and associates for their real estate needs.

SUMMARY RESUME

Education

B.A., Liberal Arts, Villanova University

M.B.A., Finance, University of Hartford

Professional         

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Maryland

Real Estate Experience

John R. Wood, Inc. Realtors, 2006-present

25 years construction, development and residential/commercial investing

Employment

Consultant, real estate, business and financial matters, 2003-2006

RedPrairie Corporation, Waukesha WI, EVP, CFO and COO, 1997-2003

Varity Corporation, Buffalo NY, VP Investor Relations and VP Controller, 1992-1997

Textron Inc, Providence RI, Assistant Controller, 1987-1992

United Technologies Corporation, Hartford CT, senior financial positions, 1977-1987

International Silver Company, Meriden CT, 1976-1977

Deloitte, Haskins & Sells, CPAs, Hartford CT 1974-1976

Krieger, Dwares & Stein, CPAs, Wilmington DE, 1972-1974

Personal

Originally from New England and married to Chris, a retired NYS Supreme Court court reporter, now freelancing in Naples.  Four sons between us, Michael, an engineer and VP with Johnson & Johnson; Erik, a chemical engineer attending med school at Bethesda Naval; Tim, in human resources at Advo; and Zach, in human resources at PayChex. Active with various charitable and cultural organizations in southwest Florida. Enjoy vacationing in New Hampshire when time permits.