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MEGHAN SHIGO
By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa - Ian Wiant Photographer
Real estate professional Meghan Shigo’s
unofficial business philosophy says it all. “I
have a no-drama policy,” she laughs. “My aim
is to facilitate successful transactions that are as stressfree
as possible.” Her thorough market knowledge
and detail-oriented approach allow her to accomplish
this goal consistently, earning Meghan the trust and
loyalty of a growing clientele. Known for her work
with vintage and custom homes, she offers solid
representation with a focus on exceptional customer
care.
When she transitioned into real estate in 1998, Meghan
was already familiar with the needs of a highly demanding
clientele. As a Pre-K teacher she was patient, adept at
differentiating communication, and task-oriented. These
skills provided an ideal foundation upon which to build
her career as an agent, though she acknowledges that
her initial plans were to manage a part-time business.
“Within a year I had established a growing clientele,
and it became evident that this was my profession,” she
recalls. “I am so grateful to have the opportunity to
work with such a diverse and wonderful clientele.”
Meghan found her niche in the vintage
home market, revealing that she thoroughly
enjoys the process of showing and selling
historic properties. “It’s great to work with
people who are as excited about these homes
as I am,” she says. In the highly competitive
and specialized market, Meghan’s knowledge
provides her clients with a notable advantage.
Not only is she able to assist them in identifying
properties that will suit their criteria, but she
has developed a strong collegial network of
specialists whose work pertains to the unique
needs of historical homes. A member of
Anaheim’s Historic Preservation Committee,
she is resourceful in determining how to
refurbish homes while preserving their distinct
architecture and historical context.
Client Angela Valenti learned firsthand
the benefits of working with a specialist like
Meghan when she sold her father’s historic
home. The emotionally-challenging process
was made easier, she reveals, thanks to
Meghan’s knowledge and proactive approach.
“I interviewed a number of agents, and there
was such a difference between Meghan and the
others,” recalls Valenti. Her suggested price
point was one notable factor: “Meghan wanted
to list it for over one hundred thousand dollars
more than what other agents were telling me
it was worth. I thought, ‘You’re out of your
mind lady!’” Valenti laughs as she continues,
“She did it! She came in with a plan and she
made it happen. Meghan appreciated the
home’s unique history and value, and was able
to successfully market the special nuances
that distinguished it from other properties.”
Whereas other agents associated the home’s
history with problems and negatives, adds
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