Dora 'the Lake Explorer' Smith - Broker / Owner, Broker, Agent
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- NameDora 'the Lake Explorer' Smith
- Cell434-774-0945
- Work Phone434-636-6398
- Direct Line434-774-0945
- Office434-280-3734
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About Dora 'the Lake Explorer'
As a full time resident of Lake Gaston and professional Realtor for the past 20 years, I look forward to working with you.
It's a beautiful day at Lake Gaston! I Love living at the Lake! Whether you are selling or buying, I take great pride in offering superior professional and personal service. As a Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Certified Casan Luxury Real Estate Specialist (CCLRES), Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Guild® Luxury Realtor®, Certified Real Estate Negotiator (CREN), and Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) recipient, I have excellent negotiating skills and market knowledge, and add much value as your Broker and Realtor; also with the Resort and Second-Home Property (RSPS) certification and my experience as a real estate broker and a licensed General Contractor in both North Carolina and Virginia, I am more knowledgeable and prepared to assist and guide you in both selling and buying transactions, including second homes. Building and selling lake homes in Lake Country for 25 years gives me an advantage over other agents. Why settle for just an agent, when you can have me working for and representing you for your next home sale or purchase?
Working as your broker, I will use my knowledge, skills and abilities to streamline the entire process for you before, during and after the sale. I will provide core values to you--a high level of integrity, commitment and honesty--which are the basis of my business model. After earning your trust and your business, I am confident that your friendship will follow.
I am the Owner and Broker-in-Charge at NextHome 1st Choice Realty. My hobbies include spending time with my family and our Golden Doodle, Cooper. Other hobbies include water sports, motorcycling, classic cars and general aviation: Â my husband and I are Private Pilots.
I am a true 'Dora the Explorer' and am known locally as Dora 'the Lake Explorer.' With a background and years of experience devoted to Human Resources Management, Industrial Engineering, Warehousing and Management, I am well rounded in all aspects of real estate. Taking personal pride in learning, and knowing Education is Knowledge, I am committed to providing the best service for my clients. I completed the Certified Real Estate Negotiator (CREN) endorsement most recently and the Guild® certification for Luxury Home Marketing and am a Member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. Whether buying or selling, make me Your 1st Choice in real estate, especially in Lake Country: Lake Gaston, Kerr Lake / Buggs Island and Roanoke Rapids Lake and surrounding areas! At NextHome 1st Choice, we put YOU 1st in real estate!
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