Nanette is a champion for the preservation, recognition, and sale of period homes as well as unique and novel properties. For this accomplished house whisperer, home is not only composed of the brick and mortar, but also by the spirit of the people living within and their ability to transform a space into a reflection of themselves and where they are in their life journey. In other words, their “happy place”. Having Nanette on your side brings with it a seasoned Realtor® with a background in psychology which allows her to expertly and thoughtfully guide her clients through both the transactional aspects of real estate as well as the transitional elements so inherent in the process of buying or selling. Listening, educating, assisting, and serving her clients by putting their life interests first are the guiding principles by which Nanette manages her real estate business. Nanette's own life journey has allowed her the opportunity to have lived in many of our nation’s states, holds Real Estate licenses in several, and has now chosen to return to Salt Lake City to be near family and to contribute to the Beehive State. We welcome her with open arms and are confident she will hold you in hers as you look for that perfect place to call home.
You could be living anywhere, really. Why SLC?
Ever since my first move away from my hometown of Michigan, where I was born and lived my entire life until my early 30’s, I have been what I would call somewhat of a nomad. I got my first taste of “lifestyle diversity” when I moved to New York, which whet my appetite for discovering new and yet to be discovered experiences across the United States and the world. I have lived and owned property in New York, Ohio, Arizona, California, Oregon, Hawaii and Utah. I have explored the opportunity to move overseas to Portugal and France…which is a bit more complicated…but, I have rented housing overseas to “try it out”. Ultimately, the reason I have settled on Salt Lake City, UT is because my first-born son is deeply ingrained in this area. He recently married and he and his wife are now expecting twins! So, I am now happily committed to staying here to be close to my growing family. An added benefit is that SLC has so many outdoor activities and is surrounded by beautiful mountains and nature, as well as very interesting historical towns and architecture.
Do you remember when home first started mattering to you? Ever since I can remember, as early as my young childhood, home has held a very special place in my heart and soul. Home matters deeply to me to this day and equates to family, warmth and comfort, safety, a place for celebrating special holidays and events, home cooked meals, pets co-existing, a place where one can be themselves and express themselves and their uniqueness in décor and design. Home is my natural habitat!
Describe your perfect home or space. What does it look/feel like? My perfect home or space is characterized by unique beauty and exudes a welcoming and warm embrace; however, I prefer a clutter free environment, and I am a minimalist by way of “stuff”. The ideal living environment for me personally, is a space which contains elements that bring peace, joy or necessary function. Accordingly, in my ideal space, “less is more”. I love art pieces that hold meaning for me, yet furniture that was specifically purchased for that home --- I do like homes with historical character. Period homes are my personal favorite, whether it’s a Victorian, Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern, Spanish Adobe, Prairie, or Gothic Revivalist. Again, I like the diversity of architecture, and “feather my nest” with period specific furniture, yet the jewelry for my home is the art and lighting. Lighting, and the ability to adjust the lighting brightness and tone, is very important for me to ensure the environment feels how I like it feel throughout the day and seasons.
Why does practicing real estate resonate with you? There are two main reasons why practicing real estate resonates with me. First, I simply love architecture and remodeling / renovating homes…whether for myself, my family or my clients, this passion and skillset allow me to practice something I truly enjoy while simultaneously helping others. The most famous quote regarding this sentiment is often attributed to Confucius: "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life".
Secondly, buying or selling a home inherently involves a major life transition. Life transitions, whether promoted by positive or challenging events, can be stressful. Listening, Educating, Assisting, and Serving my clients by putting their life interests first are the Guiding Principles by which I manage my Real Estate business. I draw upon my educational background as a Ph.D. Psychologist to sensitively and patiently guide my clients through a successful and less stressful real estate transactions. “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new” – Socrates
Is there a promise that you’d like to make to your clients? My promise is to work diligently on your behalf, listen to truly understand, and act in your best interest always with complete honesty and transparency.
