Born in the old St. Peter's hospital on the westside and raised in Tumwater, Lacey and Olympia, Kim has decades of insider knowledge of this area that she is eager to share with you. Her passion for real estate was ignited when buying her first home in SE Olympia near Ward Lake, which inspired her past decade providing top Olympia agents with specialized home listing services for over 400 homes, such as creative technology marketing, real estate photography and downsizing/liquidation services. She even started a successful home staging business with family before joining RE/MAX as a full-time Realtor. After careers in management at Nordstrom and veterinary medicine in NYC, Kim returned to Olympia to raise a family of kids and pets with her husband, Russ. Kim's special interests include foster adoption, acting in local theater, DIY home projects, gardening, camping and pug rescue. Needing to sell your home? Preparing a home to sell can be an overwhelming process, so feel at ease knowing that Kim's attention to detail and strong network of local resources will make the process much easier, with help for everything from repairs, remodeling and yard care, to decluttering, staging and downsizing. The full potential of your home will be revealed, professionally photographed, and skillfully marketed to showcase and sell your home successfully. Looking to buy a home? Kim provides an efficient, enthusiastic home buying experience that carefully considers your current needs and future plans as she helps you discover your best neighborhood and home fit, and then artfully negotiates and advocates on your behalf. You will find that Kim's deep roots in Olympia, specialized background combined with the support and proven results of RE/MAX Northwest will effectively provide you with the competitive edge necessary for success in this fast-paced and vibrant Olympia area real estate market.