Uniquely Catherine
Originally from Charlotte, NC, I was born into a French family, and lived in North Carolina, South Carolina and Morocco, and as an adult I have also lived in Mexico and England.
My father also built 3 homes while I was growing up, and on weekends we would have to go to the new house to "clean up after the contractors." My father (who was an engineer) would explain what was being done well and what wasn't, things to watch for and questions to follow up with the builders later. Even though I was young, I absorbed this knowledge and have found it particularly helpful also when I have clients who are purchasing new construction.
That early exposure, together with having lived in different countries and cultures, made me naturally curious about history, architecture and, most of all, people. I tend to notice things, ask questions and want to understand how a place came to be the way it is.
Throughout my life, I have experienced different types of architecture: sometimes very practical depending upon the climate and locally available buildings materials; sometimes quite artsy and fantastical. And in the background is always the question: what makes this house a home?
Do you have a property to sell that is in a Trust or Estate? My qualification as a paralegal in Real Estate, Trusts and Wills helps to ensure that your conveyance of a loved one's property goes as smoothly and effectively as possible.
Since 2008, I have helped my clients successfully navigate real estate transactions throughout the greater Sarasota area, from Palmetto to Punta Gorda, including the islands of Anna Maria, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Casey Key and Manasota Key.
Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of the area's neighborhoods, architectural styles and the particular considerations that come with living in a subtropical climate. My role is to help you look beyond the property itself—to understand the character of a location, recognize what may be important that you haven't yet considered, and find the place that is best suited to the way you want to live.