Jack and Master
I bring to my professional life as a REALTOR an unusually strong and diverse set of life experiences and skills. I'm a skilled communicator--chalk that up to my previous life as a published writer and an English professor at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. I'm an experienced negotiator, both as a REALTOR, a small business owner, and as a professional business counselor and consultant. I also have extensive building and remodeling experience, and I stay abreast of both new and existing construction methods, materials and technologies. I can also drive like a taxi cab driver when the situation calls for it--since I was one in the Washington D.C. area back in the early 80's.
The Road Less Traveled
I came to Athens as an academic, but I stayed for the lifestyle and land. My wife Mary and I had always dreamed of owning an old farmhouse in the country, and by the early 90's we found ourselves on a picturesque 80-acre farm, raising all manner of living creatures, including some 60 head of specialty wool sheep breeds. One thing led to another--as it does--and Mary and I opened a yarn and supply shop where we sold looms, spinning wheels, natural fibers and the like. In 1999, we sold the retail store so that we could concentrate on developing a new business, FeltWorks Studio. FeltWorks eventually went on to become a nationally-recognized craft studio, and our unique line of contemporary felted art has been carried by over 200 fine galleries and museum shops around the country.
The Calling
At a continuing education class a couple of years ago, attendees were asked by the instructor to stand and introduce themselves briefly, touching on how they became involved in real estate. Over 40 people were in the class, and the process took awhile. I was seated towards the back of the room, and when my turn came, I stood, gave my name, and told the class the I had longed to become a real estate agent since I was 3 years old. People were bored, but that got their attention. Forty-some real estate agents turned in their seats to take a good look at someone whose life ambition was to sell real estate. I let the gravity of it settle over the room like a lead blanket. I let a few seconds pass, then waved my hand and said, "Awww, I'm just joshin'! I didn't stumble into this until my 40's." Everyone laughed and turned back around in their seats, satisfied that nobody would "dream of becoming a realtor." So it's true--I confess: I never dreamed of becoming a realtor. But boy am I glad that I discovered it as a profession, for no other work that I have done in my life has provided me with as much stimulation and gratification as this career has.
Straight Shooter, Midnight Oil
Let's face it: not all real estate agents are created equal. Whether you are buying or selling a property, you want someone on your side who is smart, passionate, energetic, knowledgeable, and experienced. You'll also want a straight-shooter--a realtor with impeccable integrity, someone you can trust. Finally, you'll need someone who will burn the midnight oil, who will work however hard and however long it takes to get the job done. It's not by accident that I became one of the top-producing real estate agents in the Athens area within my first two years of service. Now as the broker-owner of the Athens Real Estate Company, I have even more opportunity to put my sense of purpose, drive and creativity to work for you. I'm just a phone call or mouse click away from helping you achieve your goals!
My Unique Approach
If you don't have the time for or interest in searching the web for a property that suits your needs, let me do it for you! I can help you cut through the clutter and provide you with professional advice based on my expert knowledge of the area. This approach involves my doing most of the initial legwork based on your budget, needs, and desires.
What I Won't Do
I promise not to "plug you into" some automatically generated email, newsletter or online marketing campaign. I'm not a fan of junk mail or unwanted calls, and I'm sure you're not either.
What I Will Do
I do promise to respond to your specific inquiries promptly, and by whatever means you direct (email, FAX, phone, tin can & a string). My communications with you will always be in response to your particular real estate needs.
Russell specializes in acreage, commercial, condos, investment, multi-family units, new construction and residential transactions.
Russell is most familiar with the local real estate markets within and around the following zip code areas. See other realtors that service the same areas by clicking: 43138, 45640, 45692, 45701, 45723, 45732, 45735, 45761, 45764 & 45769
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