My real estate career officially began in April 2003, when I joined the well-known and highly regarded Virginia Hunt Country real estate firm of Armfield, Miller & Ripley.  However, I have been buying and selling houses and land in Washington, DC, and Virginia for the past 20 years, and like to think of my real estate occupation as one that rewards me for doing one of my favorite things - exploring and appreciating the wonderful assortment of houses, farms, and acreage in Virginia's Piedmont.

As a landowner and farmer in Rappahannock County I understand the special needs and desires of those interested in buying or selling agricultural land in our region. As a former city dweller, I also appreciate the various amenities (or lack thereof) that attracts city folks to our area as weekenders, retirees or transplants. In fact, every six months or so, I put together a short public seminar in a central location in Washington, DC to answer questions city dwellers might have about taking the plunge into country living.  This started as an informal question and answer session for friends and colleagues, and soon expanded by word of mouth.  Please check on the Country Life page of this website for date and location of the next seminar. 

As a former diplomat and international civil servant, I'm also familiar with the concerns and special needs of those Americans living abroad, or foreigners who are interested in property in our beautiful corner of the world. Negotiating and closing deals in German, Italian, and French is not a problem.  I've had plenty of experience with property transactions on an international basis - in fact, I completed the negotiations to purchase my own Virginia farm while on assignment in Latvia.  

When not selling real estate, I keep myself busy with work as a consultant on agriculture and rural development concerns for the World Bank,  running a thriving sheep operation at Touchstone Farm, gardening, and hiking in the mountains of the nearby Shenandoah National Forest.  I'm also very active in local organizations committed to preserving the natural beauty, tranquility, and way of life that makes Rappahannock County such a special place to live.

Whether buying or selling, I look forward to helping you fulfill all your real estate needs and desires.  Please contact me at (540) 937-6124 or by e-mail to discuss any questions you might have.  I hope to hear from you.

Local Affiliations:

Rappahannock Farmers’ Association – Secretary/Treasurer

Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission – Agriculture Development Committee

Greater Piedmont Area Association of Realtors - Member

Piedmont Environmental Council - Member

Krebser Fund for Rappahannock County Conservation – Executive Board Member

Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection - Executive Board Member

Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance - Executive Board Member

Virginia League of Conservation Voters - Member

 

Press Mentions:

Virginia Living - October 2007

Rappahannock News - August 16, 2007

RappVoice - April 26, 2007

Rappahannock News - April 14, 2005

Baltimore Sun - August 18, 2004

Washington Post - May 22, 2003

Certified Humane – June 2003