Gretchen’s 12 years as a Realtor in California from 2002 - 2014 has enabled her to experience a true full cycle of the market, working through the ups and downs of the economy and its effect on Real Estate. Through her time as a Realtor in California, she gained valuable knowledge and insight to one of the dominating Real Estate markets in the United States. The combination of these tools and years in the business along with her knowledge of North Idaho give Gretchen the ability to represent clients to the fullest. Be it a local North Idaho first time home buyer or a relocating retiree, she excels at understanding client’s needs and gracefully turns them into reality.Earning a degree in Psychology in 2001 from the University of Colorado, Boulder, Gretchen has been able to implement this degree in her career as a Realtor. Her ability to connect with varying personalities and the needs associated is in part attributed to this degree. Gretchen possesses a natural repertoire of dynamic qualities that set her apart and enable her to successfully procure the goals of the buyers and sellers she represents.
As an avid sports and outdoor enthusiast, Gretchen truly embraces the lifestyle of North Idaho! When she is not working, you will find her on the slopes of one of the local mountains or enjoying a day on the water. As a professional wakeboarder for over 10 years, the beautiful lakes of North Idaho captured her heart years ago. This talent took Gretchen all over the world competing in wakeboard events from the Mississippi River to the Seine in France. The mother to a feisty and fun boy, energy is never lacking in her world. Whether she is enjoying an afternoon at the park with her son or a day of showing property, her passion and upbeat attitude is always apparent! Gretchen prides herself in her clients happiness, ensuring each transaction is well represented, well cared for and handled with the utmost respect and diligence.
