2013 July PASO Magazine
A monthly look at life in the remarkable community of Paso Robles.
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BUSINESS<br />
Home and Ranch Sotheby’s International Realty<br />
Welcomes Kim Bankston<br />
and Heather Desmond<br />
By Millie Drum<br />
Two of the top local real estate professionals<br />
have joined David Crabtree,<br />
owner of Home and Ranch Sotheby’s<br />
International Realty in Templeton.<br />
“It’s great to have Heather and Kim as<br />
part of our team at Home & Ranch<br />
Sotheby’s International Realty,” said<br />
Crabtree. “They are both true real<br />
estate professionals and have been<br />
outstanding agents as well as positive<br />
members of the community. They<br />
have always given back and we’re<br />
thrilled to have them here.”<br />
Kim Bankston has sold real estate in<br />
the North County for nearly 25 years.<br />
With that kind of experience comes<br />
the skills to persist through the uncertain<br />
economy, correct her course and<br />
prevail. Two of the most important<br />
keys to Kim’s success are her attention<br />
to the presentation of the property<br />
and her negotiation skills. She’s earned<br />
awards, recognition and certifications<br />
in her industry to include Certified<br />
Luxury Home Marketing Specialist.<br />
As a former co-owner of a national<br />
real estate franchise and a great 11<br />
year stint with Re/Max Parkside Realty,<br />
Broker-Associate Kim Bankston<br />
changed her course and took a position<br />
as a Sales Representative with an innovative<br />
new home builder that combines<br />
modern living with the best green<br />
design and construction. Kim adds,<br />
“After selling out the beautiful Vintage<br />
community in only one year, I decided<br />
to join David Crabtree at Home and<br />
Ranch Sotheby’s International Real<br />
Estate. I’ve known David for several<br />
years and have respect for him and the<br />
Sotheby’s brand and reputation. I enjoy<br />
my profession immensely. It gives me<br />
the opportunity to work with people<br />
from all over the world.<br />
“As far as the current market, it is evident<br />
that real estate has turned around<br />
and properties are appreciating again.<br />
While inventory is low, the fortunate<br />
buyers have found that where we<br />
live, truly is paradise. The word is out!<br />
This is apparent in both the residential<br />
and commercial sector; particularly<br />
with the opportunities in the wine industry<br />
by owning vineyard properties<br />
in premium locations.” Call Kim at<br />
(805) 674-2298.<br />
Heather Desmond’s<br />
real estate career<br />
has evolved gradually;<br />
coming full circle...<br />
returning to the place<br />
where it all began as a receptionist for<br />
Home and Ranch Realty. “My husband<br />
Chuck and I came from the Bay<br />
Area in 1999 and there weren’t any<br />
‘high tech’ jobs here.” With Heather’s<br />
cordial style and vibrant personality,<br />
moving from office receptionist<br />
to real estate agent was the perfect<br />
choice. When I asked Heather why<br />
she picked real estate for a career,<br />
she cheerfully said, “I’ve always been<br />
house nosey! And I chose Sotheby’s<br />
because of the name, the clout and<br />
the perception that it brings. After<br />
being the co-owner of another local<br />
real estate agency, the move to Sotheby’s<br />
allows me to go to the next level<br />
in my career while I work to earn my<br />
broker’s license. The key to being a<br />
really good agent is being associated<br />
with top performing professionals<br />
from lenders, home inspectors and<br />
Home and Ranch Broker/Owner David Crabtree welcomes<br />
Realtors Heather Desmond, left, and Kim Bankston to his firm.<br />
other related businesses. I have those<br />
relationships.” You can reach Heather<br />
at (805) 610-5669.<br />
Whether Heather sells a $2 million<br />
property or a modest home to<br />
first time buyers, her commitment is<br />
consistent. She adds, “I get charged<br />
up when I find a property that is really<br />
exciting and fits my client’s needs.<br />
It’s not the dollar value; it’s helping<br />
a first time home buyer that had no<br />
knowledge of the process. I’m really<br />
blessed to have a great group of clients.<br />
That is the most rewarding part;<br />
the people I get to meet and take a<br />
peek into the window of their life!<br />
There is no better place and I am<br />
‘love’n life on the Central Coast!’”<br />
Home and Ranch Sotheby’s International<br />
Realty is located at 412<br />
Main St. in Templeton, call 434-9700<br />
or click www.homeandranchsir.com.<br />
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54 Paso Robles <strong>Magazine</strong>, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2013</strong>
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