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Realtors
Support Staff & Office
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Don Defeo, Realtor
Don is one of the handful of Vernon realtors who were the founding members of ReMax way back in 1988 and has consistently been a top producer ever since. Although technically not "old" he could be described as "very experienced" with 20 years of Vernon and area real estate expertise. Don's hard work ethic and committment to customer service have evolved his real estate business from busy realtor, to busy realtor with assistant(s), to the present team structure to better serve the needs of buyers and sellers while still providing personalized service. When not assisting clients listing or selling homes Don can usually be found either at home or at Silver Star with wife Sue and children Crystal, Sarah, Leah and Jacob. Although client and family needs dominate the majority of Don's time he has been known to "knock off" the odd time for a water-ski, snowboard or a round of golf.
don@vernonrealestate.com (250) 260-4711
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Karen Jespersen, Realtor
When you call Karen, you can be guaranteed that you will receive her undivided personal attention to all of your real estate needs. Karen began her real estate career after a successful career in the financial industry. She has spent the past 18 years in the Vernon area, raising four teenagers, helping husband Glenn build a successful contracting business and enjoying the Okanagan "lifestyle". When not in the office or showing homes, Karen can likely be found at one of the local arena's or soccer fields cheering on her kids and their friends/teammates. Karen promises to deliver confidential, dedicated and reliable service to all her clients and understands that your family needs are important and would consider it an honour to work with you.
karen@vernonrealestate.com (250) 260-4711
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Bjorn Edblad, Realtor
Bjorn Edblad was born and raised in Northern Sweden and came to Canada with his wife and two children through his former life as a chemical engineer. Bjorn started his real estate career in 1972 and established his own successful real estate business. A believer in education, Bjorn completed the 4-year, University of BC Real Estate Marketing and Appraisal Course and also earned a Diploma degree in Real Estate and Urban Land Economics. In 1996 Bjorn relocated to Vernon as "the place to live" where his real estate prominence continued. Bjorn's down-to-earth, no-pressure sales approach makes him a pleasure to work with when you're buying or selling a home or a property. Bjorn specializes in project marketing and commercial / investment properties. When not working or with his family or grandchildren Bjorn keeps very busy XC skiing, playing in a band and enjoying the Okanagan lifestyle.
bjorn@vernon4sale.com (250) 260-4711
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Gary Francks, Realtor
Gary is a long time resident of Vernon (over 50 years!) and has extensive knowledge and a great passion for our community. Gary brings to the team over 14 years experience in commercial and residential real estate. He also brings a great attitude, lots of enthusiasm, and a wealth of experience to the Defeo & Associates team. He looks forward to reacquainting with his past clients and assisting new and past clients with their residential and/or commercial real estate needs. In his spare time, Gary enjoys spending time or traveling with his wife Jani, as well as maintaining a busy and active lifestyle as a very involved grandfather to 3 little ones. Whether you are buying or selling, call Gary for a fun and professional approach to your real estate needs.
gary@vernonrealestate.com (250) 260-4711
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Chelsea Muir, Realtor
After 2 years at the helm of Defeo & Associates as the office manager Chelsea
transitioned from administration to "sales" and has been giving buyers and
sellers great service ever since. Being fortunate enough to grow up in the
Vernon / Coldstream area Chelsea has an extensive knowledge of the local
markets enabling her to provide the very best insights and local expertise
for her clients. Chelsea brings drive, enthusiasm, commitment, and a
tireless tenacity to her clients needs and situation. You can be assured
Chelsea will always be leading the pack when it comes to technology,
communication and education. Outside of the office Chelsea enjoys spending
her time with family & friends especially at the local lakes and mountains.
If you are buying your first home, looking for an investment or something in
between Chelsea will be with you every step of the way.
chelsea@vernonrealestate.com (250) 260-4711
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Cheryl Ellwood, Administration
Cheryl is the listing coordinator and customer service representative for the Defeo & Associates team. If you are a buyer, she will assist your licensed Realtor with the research and behind the scenes customer service functions of your purchase. For sellers, Cheryl will manage the viewings, feedback, marketing, advertising and web exposure of your property. Cheryl's 29 years of business and customer service experience provides her with the skills, aptitude and attention to detail to ensure you have a terrific real estate experience. Cheryl was enticed to the Vernon area by the sunshine and the Okangan lifestyle and has been enjoying it since 1994. When not working you can usually find Cheryl either in the garden, renovating / decorating her home or spending time with her friends or children Trevor and Jeremy.
admin@vernonrealestate.com (250) 260-4711
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Moving Van
The Defeo & Associates Customer Courtesy Van is available to all current and past clients absolutely free of charge and is perfect for local and short distance moves. It was recruited to the team in 2003 after it experienced an unfortunate corporate downsizing from Budget and replaces a distant but older cousin whose age prevented it from providing clients with reliable and excellent service. The new Defeo & Associates Customer Courtesy Van is an easy to drive 16’ cube van with automatic transmission, gas engine, flat surface box, extendable ramp, and is equipped with appliance and box dollies, and a few moving blankets. Although free of charge clients are required to pay their own fuel and any damage. Bookings are on a first come policy. Tipping is discouraged but is allowed in special circumstances.
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ReMax Team
A huge benefit of the Defeo & Associates Team is the synergy, professionalism, enthusiasm and experience of the larger team at ReMax Vernon. Approximately 60 licensed realtors, 30 administrative assistants and 6 support staff contribute to make ReMax the perennial powerhouse in the North Okanagan. Although approximately 280 realtors work the North Okangan area ReMax consistently represents one half of all the sellers and one half of all the buyers. If you have a real estate experience chances are your home will be sold by a ReMax agent or you will buy a ReMax listing (or both). If you have not yet picked your real estate professional yet no one has more homes for sale, more buyers looking for homes, more experience or productively per person. ReMax is the only logical choice.
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Professional Team
The real estate market of today has become much more complex and more specialized. Strata properties, bare land strata communities, confusing financing options, building schemes, home builder warranties, home inspection pitfalls, encroachments, probate, court ordered sales, Goods and Service Tax, capital gains, are just a few things that may need an “extra” level of expertise. Don and the realtors of Defeo & Associates have relationships and alliances with all the professionals you will need to ensure your transaction goes smoothly. So in fact you do not just get a realtor or more appropriately a team of realtors you get a complete professional team.
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