Real estate was my childhood dream, and today I am proud to be an experienced local REALTOR® and the Broker/Owner of Better Way Realty. For more than 20 years, I have built my career around helping people make better-informed decisions while actively representing both buyers and sellers in residential and commercial real estate.

As a listing agent, I bring strategic pricing, thoughtful property preparation, effective marketing, and skilled negotiation to every sale. I am equally passionate about working with buyers because I believe education is one of the most valuable services a REALTOR® can provide. Whether I am assisting a first-time buyer or someone who has purchased several homes, I enjoy sharing helpful information, raising important questions, and identifying opportunities they may not have previously considered. I help my clients understand the complete cost of their choices, compare financing options with their lenders, and recognize potential savings that can make a meaningful difference over time.

With honest communication, creative problem-solving, and personalized guidance, my goal is to help every client move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

The challenges of my prior career prepared me to be a strong REALTOR®. Before entering real estate, I managed an entire business division, where I learned to lead, solve complex problems, communicate clearly, and remain calm under pressure. My background also gave me broad practical knowledge of construction and technology, which helps me recognize important property details, understand how homes and their systems work, and help clients ask better questions.

Born and raised in Long Beach, California, I moved to Iowa with my wife and children, drawn by the clean air, friendly people, and affordable way of life. Having made a major move myself, I understand the importance of finding a place that truly feels like home.

Today, I serve clients as a REALTOR® while also holding a management role at Better Way Realty. As a key part of the brokerage’s daily operations, I use my leadership experience to help keep the company organized, responsive, and focused on better service.

I bring steady leadership, practical knowledge, and careful attention to every transaction so my clients can understand their options, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence.

Hair & Homes

I believe great service begins with listening. Throughout my career as a hairstylist, clients often shared what they wished REALTORS® would do better—communicate clearly, listen more closely, and make people feel genuinely supported. Those conversations stayed with me and ultimately inspired me to become a licensed REALTOR® committed to providing the kind of experience they were looking for.

My years behind the chair taught me how to build trust, understand individual needs, communicate with many different personalities, and help people feel comfortable making personal decisions. These skills make me a thoughtful, attentive REALTOR® and a strong advocate for my clients. I understand that buying or selling a home is deeply personal, and I want every client to feel heard, informed, and confident throughout the process.

At Better Way Realty, I am continuing to learn and grow with the hands-on guidance of an experienced Broker/Owner and the shared knowledge of a closely connected brokerage. I look forward to helping buyers and sellers find a better way forward.

Local Knowledge for Every Kind of Move!

I know Cedar Rapids and its surrounding communities inside and out. Having watched our area grow and change over the years, I bring valuable local perspective to clients with many different goals. Whether someone is purchasing a first home, moving into a larger home, downsizing for the next chapter, building new, selling a longtime property, or exploring commercial real estate, I am prepared to help.

I helped manage the construction, development, and sales of River View Condos in Cedar Rapids, giving me firsthand knowledge of the new-construction process from multiple sides. This background provides added value to clients considering new construction, while my broad real estate experience allows me to confidently assist buyers and sellers across many types of properties.

I closely follow local development, market news, and changes throughout the real estate industry—not simply to stay informed, but to understand what they mean for my clients and how we can serve them better. My approach reflects what Better Way Realty stands for. Transparency, continuous improvement, careful attention to detail, and always putting my clients first are values that guide the way I work.

No matter the property or goal, I provide personalized guidance, strong local knowledge, and a commitment to never putting my own convenience ahead of my clients’ best interests.