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Whether buying or selling, adventures in the real estate market can be stressful - let me help! My success in this market is based on a love of the experience and creating a tailored approach for each client, every time. That passion combined with experience in the our market, a detail-oriented approach to the work make for successful transactions. The first step is a conversation, not a sales pitch, to see if my methodology is the right fit for your needs. Want to hear a more first-hand account? Scroll down for reviews or email me to request direct references.

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A Few Words from Past Clients

Straight from the source; a review of the client experience.

Ellen helped us buy our home in Durham while we were still living in New York. Ellen has great knowledge of not only Durham but the entire Triangle area. She patiently showed me homes in SEVERAL areas, and had great insider tips about all of the locations. Not only did she find me the PERFECT house, Ellen went above and beyond: dropping me at the airport after showings, taking me to local restaurants, and even watching 2 of my dogs on the day we finally moved to Durham! I wouldn't consider using anyone else but Ellen for any future Real Estate needs.

- Buyer in Durham 27705

Ellen helped me buy my first house in Northgate Park in Durham. She educated me on the market and helped me refine my search in a highly competitive environment with low inventory. Her savvy, keen negotiating skills, and commitment to my best interests helped me find just the right house- and get an excellent deal in the process. I was grateful for her ability to advocate for me through the entire diligence period, and even more grateful when she continued to help me with a lingering issue after closing. Ellen truly provides excellent guidance and care for her clients.

- Buyer in Durham 27701

We met Ellen at an Open House and were immediately impressed with her knowledge of Durham’s various neighborhoods and their respective price points. We ended up using her for the purchase of our new house and for the sale of our previous home. Her counsel through the negotiation process was great. She focused on our expectations, desires, and limitations, but still provided helpful guidance on market value and schedules, as needed. Once under contract, Ellen's talent and experience were most apparent in the due diligence and repair process. On both of our transactions, she successfully negotiated acceptable agreements and coordinated a slew of consultants and contractors on a very tight timeline. She was well-prepared for closing in both transactions, and all things were handled seamlessly from our side. We will be recommending Ellen to our friends and co-workers, and we will not hesitate to use her again in the future.

- Buyer & Seller in Durham, 27701 & 27713, respectively

Working with Ellen was a pleasure. She had a great sense for what houses would interest me and got me in immediately when I wanted to visit one. Because she acted so quickly, I was able to get an offer in on my ideal house the first day that it was on the market. Once it was under contract, Ellen made the due diligence process painless by recommending great vendors and managing inspections and appointments on the house, then helped me negotiate a huge amount of money for repairs. She handled all of this reliably and professionally—I always felt that I was her first priority. I feel fortunate every day to have gotten the house that I did and so lucky to have worked with Ellen.

- Buyer in Durham, 27704

Ellen impressed me from our first meeting with her knowledge, honesty, and work ethic. She arranged for beautiful, professional pictures of our home, outstanding marketing, and patiently handled my many questions along the way with confidence and insight. She even arranged showings around my crazy schedule with 4 kids, building a lot of interest in our home. As a seller, I highly recommend Ellen and was thrilled with her work. If you're looking for a smart, diligent agent who can handle even the toughest situations with ease, you've found one with Ellen. Thank you for everything and for making selling a home more than tolerable.

- Seller in Hillsborough

Professional Photos for Listing & Amateur Snaps of Happy Clients in Their New Homes

Celebrating the first night in a new home - friends are required; furniture, not so much.

Brian spending some quality time with his new NEIGHbor.

Professional staging highlights the strength of each listing.

Some clients are more appreciative than others! Jose is ecstatic about his new Durham abode.

Olive says, "Moving can be stressful."

Articles and Reviews

A blog dedicated to living in the Triangle. These articles range from real estate specific topics, restaurant reviews, guides to various adventures in our area, and, upcoming events. Buying a home in the Triangle requires the nuts and bolts knowledge, but I think "living" here involves more than real estate vocabulary. As passionate as I may get about mold remediation and electrical panels, there are more to the Triangle.