Desiree Balke loves seeing her clientโs faces light up on closing day. โItโs really special to be a part of that moment,โ she says. โPeople expect this experience to be stressful, so when itโs time to exchange keys, itโs great to hear them say, โHey! You know what? That wasnโt so bad after all.โโ
Desiree began cultivating her excellent customer service skills at a young age, beginning in the restaurant industry as a hostess before working her way up through bartending and management. While living on the east coast, her people-first mindset initially drew her to life insurance and human resources, although real estate remained an active interest. โI always wanted to do it, to help people,โ Desiree explained. โWhen my husband and I moved back to the Pacific Northwest, I finally went back to school to study for my real estate license.โ
As an agent, Desiree prides herself on communication and dependability. Desiree believes that there are no bad questions in real estate, and encourages her clients to call, text, or email at any time for any reason. Her emphasis on communication has resulted in a proven track record of success and a strong network of industry professionals willing to lend a hand. โI measure my success in โthank yous,โโ says Desiree.
Desiree believes thereโs no place quite like her hometown of Edmonds, Washington. She proudly serves King, Snohomish, and Skagit counties, and loves the regionโs mountain views, beaches, and spectacular sunsets. When sheโs not in the office, you can find Desiree golfing with her husband, Porter, spending time with her daughter, AvaLynn, and walking her dog, Vader.
Are you looking to find your next home, or leave your current home behind? Give Desiree a call today and find out how she can help.