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Thank you for taking the time to check out my new blog! I'm new in the real estate field but have more than 20 years experience working in the business field.

My creed is that I treat people the way I want to be treated. Fair, honest, consistent communication, responsive and with a touch of fun.

My goal is to share relevant information with you on this blog site about the real estate market, real estate trends, tips on what to look for when buying or selling a home, and more. If there's a topic you'd like to learn more about in the field of real estate, please let me know and I can feature that topic in a future blog post.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information or with questions about your real estate needs. I can be reached on my cell at 610-413-0520 or in my office at 610-372-0212 at United Real Estate Strive 212, 4 Park Plaza, Wyomissing, PA 19610.

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