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As a full-time real estate agent, Lindy Franklin values her client’s trust and strives to surpass their expectations.  She is passionate about helping her clients move forward with their real estate goals, from first time home buyers, to couples upgrading or downsizing, a bachelor purchasing his ultimate bachelor pad or a family purchasing their vacation home.   

Lindy attributes her success as an agent not only to her passion for real estate, but to her listening, analytical and negotiation skills. She earns her client’s respect by working diligently on their behalf, earning their trust, referrals, and repeat business. Contact Lindy at 970-210-2429 or lindyfranklingj@gmail.com 

Congratulations to Alyssa Needham, Broker with DKT Realty, our featured Grand Junction Realtor of the week! Alyssa is a full-time Realtor in the Grand Junction area at DKT Realty of Metro Brokers. Alyssa is enthusiastic, genuine, kind, caring, and a person of excellence, providing detailed and responsive service to her clients as they buy or sell their home.

The affinity Alyssa has for homes started as a young girl, staring out the window of her parents’ car, dreaming of the home should would choose for herself one day. She has a genuine admiration for architectural style, interior finishings, and the story that comes with each home. Being a Realtor is a great fit for Alyssa as she loves helping people and truly enjoys what she does. Alyssa’s clients are extremely important to her, and she takes pride in guiding them through the home buying and selling process with their best interest in mind.

When she's not looking for homes or preparing homes Quick read more or view full article for showings, Alyssa enjoys spending time with her husband outdoors either hiking, riding motorcycles, mountain biking, or camping. She enjoys reading a good book, participating in local clubs and organizations, and volunteering at Fellowship Church.

If you’re ready for your next adventure in real estate, get in touch with Alyssa to guide your way. Learn more about Alyssa and her services at AlyssaCO.com, reach out to her via call or text at 970-270-9871, or e-mail her at AlyssaNicoleNeedham@gmail.com.
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Congratulations to Nicole Rich, Realtor at Nicole Rich Realty/Metro Brokers, our Grand Junction Realtor of the week! Nicole has been a licensed Realtor in Grand Junction since November of 2015, having grown up in our Valley, attending local schools and Colorado Mesa University.
She and her husband have two children, and together they enjoy all the family activities available in the Grand Valley. As a parent and a Realtor, Nicole knows what it means to relocate the family out of, or into a new home – the details, the decisions and the deadlines. As an experienced realtor, she knows the business and has the knowledge and necessary skills and to assist you and your family!
Nicole is energetic and ready to put her skills to work for you! You can reach her at 970-640-9965, or nicolerichgj@gmail.com
 

 
Congratulations to Rick Thurtle, Broker and Owner of Rick Thurtle & Associates, our Grand Junction Realtor of the Week! A longtime Grand Valley resident, and an active member of the Mesa County community since 1998, Rick loves to use his extensive knowledge, experience and attention to detail to make clients’ real estate transactions as smooth and profitable as possible. Over the years, local residents have grown to trust his tradition of public service making him one of the highest profile brokers in the area. He is known for serving all types of customers, from first time home buyers to longtime residents of the Western Slope.
 
Rick is a Certified Real Estate Negotiations expert, serves on the board of directors of several non-profit entities including the United Way of Mesa County, the Salvation Army, the Center for Independence, the Roice Hurst Humane Society, Mesa County RSVP and the American Red Cross and many others. 
 
Rick enjoys sporting events and live music Quick read more or view full article with his wife Vicki, as well as skiing, hiking and fishing across the beautiful Western Slope.
Rick is an avid Pickleball enthusiast. He and his wife Vicki enjoy spending time with their rescue dog, Scully.

To get in touch with Rick, call 970-243-3376.

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Congratulations to Jan Garber of Jan Garber & Associates, our Grand Junction Realtor of the Week! Staying in step with the rhythm of life in Grand Junction is Jan’s specialty. She knows this area inside and out and has been helping others make the most of their Real Estate opportunities in the Grand Valley since 1976.
 
Jan was born in Mack and lived for a few years in California. Her family moved back to Grand Junction in 1954 and she’s been here ever since. Though she loves traveling and seeing the diversity of the world, Jan values being able to come home to a truly special place like Grand Junction. The diverse natural surroundings appeal to the avid outdoorswoman in her and the spirit of the city inspires her to make a difference in the community.
 
Jan’s approach to real estate is based on creating personal relationships with her clients and getting to know what matters most to them. She brings Quick read more or view full article a network of professional resources to the table for every client and is backed by a team of top professionals that provide you with a distinct advantage throughout your move.
 
“There’s an old Ute Indian curse,” Jan says. “It says that ‘Once you move away, someday you will inevitably come back.’ In my case it’s true, though I don’t know why anyone would call it a curse. Coming back to Grand Junction was the best thing that’s ever happened to me. It’s a true blessing for me to call this area home.”
 
If you’re looking for Grand Junction real estate or planning to make a move in the Grand Junction area so you, too, can call it “home”, give Jan a call today at 970.261.0690. Read Less

Congratulations to Jan Garber of Jan Garber & Associates, our Grand Junction Realtor of the Week! Staying in step with the rhythm of life in Grand Junction is Jan’s specialty. She knows this area inside and out, and has been helping others make the most of their Real Estate opportunities in the Grand Valley since 1976.
 
Jan was born in Mack and lived for a few years in California. Her family moved back to Grand Junction in 1954 and she’s been here ever since. Though she loves traveling and seeing the diversity of the world, Jan values being able to come home to a truly special place like Grand Junction. The diverse natural surroundings appeal to the avid outdoorswoman in her and the spirit of the city inspires her to make a difference in the community.
 
Jan’s approach to real estate is based on creating personal relationships with her clients and getting to know what matters most to them. She brings Quick read more or view full article a network of professional resources to the table for every client and is backed by a team of top professionals that provide you with a distinct advantage throughout your move.
 
“There’s an old Ute Indian curse,” Jan says. “It says that ‘Once you move away, someday you will inevitably come back.’ In my case it’s true, though I don’t know why anyone would call it a curse. Coming back to Grand Junction was the best thing that’s ever happened to me. It’s a true blessing for me to call this area home.”
 
If you’re looking for Grand Junction real estate or planning to make a move in the Grand Junction area so you, too, can call it “home”, give Jan a call today at 970.261.0690.
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Nicole Rich formerly of Gear & Associates Realty, is now Broker, Owner of her own company – Nicole Rich Realty. The new company continues to be part of the group at Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc. located at 605 25 Road, Ste. 100, GJ 81505. Nicole has been a licensed Realtor in Grand Junction since November of 2015, having grown up in our Valley, attending local schools and Colorado Mesa University. She and her husband have two children, and together they enjoy all the family activities available in the Grand Valley. As a parent and a realtor, Nicole knows what it means to relocate the family out of, or into a home – the details, the decisions, the deadlines. She knows and has the skill, the experience, to assist you and your family!  Nicole is an energetic, experienced Broker, ready to put her skills to work for you! You can reach her at 970-640-9965, or nicolerichgj@gmail.com
 

Congratulations to our featured real estate agent of the week, Felecia Bishop of Gear & Associates Realty! Born and raised in Western Colorado, Felecia has a strong appreciation for the variety and beauty that Colorado has to offer and can't imagine life anywhere else. She started out in Gunnison, Colorado before moving to the Grand Valley to attend Mesa State College (now Colorado Mesa University) to study marketing and finance.
 
The values embodied by Metro Brokers parallel her own high ethical standards. Felecia believes that teamed with Metro Brokers Grand Junction's uncompromising integrity, and her honest, hardworking nature, there is nothing that can’t be accomplished!
 
Felecia and her husband Ray have three beautiful daughters. "My family is my life! They are what make my world complete!" said Felecia. Together, they enjoy traveling, hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, sports, and boating in Lake Powell. "We also travel as often as we can, including to Hong Kong where my mother is from and where Quick read more or view full article many family members currently live!" she explains.
 
Please feel free to call Felecia anytime, without obligation, at 970-260-8258, to help with any of your real estate needs.
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Congratulations to Cindy Dickey, Broker/Owner of High Desert Realty, our featured real estate agent this week. In addition to the traditional buying and selling of homes in Grand Junction and the area, Cindy also specializes in Property Management. If you are buying or selling your home, or if you need to find a home or condo to rent, we’re here to help you. This week, Cindy wants to focus on one of her properties:

2825 Quincy Lane, Unit 11 - Orchard Mesa
3BR / 2BA / 1 car / 1,248 sq ft / 0.09 acre
$159,900

Cute 3 bed 2 bath townhome with attached garage. New carpet last year, some new appliances as well. Newer hot water heater.

To get in touch with Cindy about this property, or any other property to buy, sell, or rent, give her a call at 970.640.2885 or check out her website here: http://www.highdesertrealtypm.com

Congratulations to Justin Roles, Broker Associate at High Desert Realty, for being our Grand Junction realtor of the week! Justin is a Grand Valley native, born and raised. His late dad, Greg Roles, was a local broker for 30 years, so Justin learned from one of the best. Justin has an Agricultural B.S. from Colorado State University and spent 10 years on the Front Range before recently returning to Grand Junction.
 
As a member of High Desert Realty, LLC, Justin works as both a Property Manager and a broker. When not at work, you will find Justin outdoors, enjoying sport shooting, fly fishing, traveling and tinkering in the shop. Whether you need to buy, sell, rent or lease, get in touch with Justin and High Desert Realty to get started! 970-250-6352  justinroles@gmail.com
 

Congratulations to Teri Styers of Rejuvenation Homes, our featured Grand Junction realtor of the week! Teri recently transitioned from Ford Realty to becoming an employing broker with her own company, Rejuvenation Homes. Rejuvenation Homes was formed under the umbrella of her existing corporation Rejuvenation Homes, Inc. Teri has been active in the home rehab and resell (flip) business for many years. Becoming an agent and now starting her own brokerage just made sense with her business model.
 
Teri’s knowledge of forced appreciation and investing in general has linked her with a number of investor clients. She speaks both rehab and cap rates.
 
Her family’s passion for drag racing has also provided her a steady clientele of “car guys” who need big garages. She knows what makes a great shop and can discern true RV parking.
 
She hopes to expand Renovation Homes over the next year and plans to remain affiliated with Metro Brokers. To get started on finding your fixer upper or Quick read more or view full article next real estate investment, you can reach Teri at teri@mbgj.com or 970-270-0805. Read Less

Congratulations to Rick Thurtle of Rick Thurtle & Associates, our featured Grand Junction real estate agent of the week! Rick says he is a Grand Junction realtor because he loves to use his knowledge, experience and attention to detail to make real estate transactions as smooth and profitable as possible. That is what Rick Thurtle & Associates delivers everyday.
 
"From first time home buyers to longtime residents of the Western Slope, my client list covers all types of buyers and sellers in all age groups and price ranges,” says Rick. “And as a Certified Real Estate Negotiations Expert I can help you get the most out of your transaction.” Whether it is residential, commercial or investment opportunities, area residents have grown to trust Rick Thurtle.
 
"I am a longtime Grand Valley resident and have been an active member of the Mesa County non-profit community since 1998," says Rick. “That tradition of public service will always be part of our mission statement. I Quick read more or view full article look forward to talking with you soon!"
 
To get in touch with Rick about your Grand Junction real estate needs, give him a call at 970-985-9729. Read Less

Congratulations to Mindy Timian-Winger, Broker/Owner of Western Slope Realty, our Realtor of the Week! Mindy started selling real estate in 1997 and excels in both Residential and Commercial sales. She offers the experience buyers and sellers are looking for.
 
"Real estate is my passion. I put my clients first, and that makes the difference between buying – or selling – a house and buying a home!" said Mindy, who believes there is a need for caring people in the real estate profession. Mindy knows that the stresses encountered in buying and selling a home can be intense. She approaches such needs in an individualized manner, doing her best to anticipate and address the needs of her clients. She excels in negotiations, advising her clients to "let me do the asking."
 
If you are thinking about buying or selling real estate in the Grand Junction area, reach out to Mindy: call : 970.209.0880, email: MindySellsGJ@gmail.com, facebook: Mindy Timian-Winger, Realtor Grand Junction, Colorado or Quick read more or view full article Tweet @MindySellsGJ.  Mindy wants to be YOUR Grand Junction real estate expert! Read Less

Please join us in welcoming Justin Roles as Broker Associate with High Desert Realty! Justin comes to Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc as a native of the Grand Valley - born and raised -  returning after 10 years primarily on the Front Range. Son of the late Greg Roles, a local broker of 30 years, Justin has an Agricultural B.S. from Colorado State University. As a member of High Desert Realty, LLC, Justin works as both a Property Manager and  a Broker Associate. When not at work, you will find Justin outdoors, enjoying sport shooting, fly fishing, traveling and tinkering in the shop. Whether you need to buy, sell, rent or lease, give Justin and High Desert Realty a call today! 970-250-6352  justinroles@gmail.com
 

Congratulations to Mike Queally, Broker/Owner of Apex Realty, for being named our Grand Junction realtor of the week! Rather than focus on himself, Mike would like to take this opportunity to talk about some brand new homes going up in a subdivision in Southeast Grand Junction called River Trail:

Brand new homes going up now! Energy Star and Solar included, priced from $199,900!  7 models to choose from.  Only 5 lots remain in Filing 3 for your new home! Access to the River Front Trail system out your front door!  Plus, work is beginning on Filing 4, 15 lots for new single family homes available summer 2018!

Mike Queally – Apex Realty LLC – 970-216-3068

Congratulations to Justin Roles who was inducted into the Grand Junction Area Realtors Association (GJARA) on Friday, April 20, 2018. Justin is a newly licensed Broker Associate with High Desert Realty/Metro Brokers Grand Junction, Inc. He continues the Roles family legacy in our group as his late father, Greg Roles, was a member and partner/owner of Metro Brokers GJ from 1996 until August 2017.
 

Congratulations to Melissa Brundage, broker at Karie Hill O’Connor & Company, for being our Grand Junction realtor of the week! Melissa came to the Grand Valley in 2004 from Utah where she received her Bachelors of Psychology from Utah State University, with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling. Since getting her Real Estate license, Melissa has worked with clients ranging from investors to first time home buyers. “It’s exciting helping people make their next move in real estate,” says Melissa. “Whether it’s a first home or a tenth home, an up size or downsize, I love being able to match people and properties together that are a good fit.”
 
Melissa and her husband Gerald have 3 wonderful children who range in ages from 5 years to 14 years old. As a family, they enjoy all the activities our area offers, such as soccer, boating at Lake Powell, hiking, and so much more! 

To work with Melissa on selling your current Quick read more or view full article home or buying a new one, give her a call at 970-216-1098.

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Congratulations to Lindy Franklin, broker at Gear & Associates Realty, our featured Grand Junction realtor of the week! Lindy obtained her bachelor’s degree from Colorado Mesa University and has dreamed of working in real estate since the purchase of her first home. As a Colorado native, Lindy Franklin has lived in both Grand Junction and Palisade and, together with her family, enjoy the many outdoor activities that the Grand Valley has to offer.  

Lindy’s integrity plus her listening and negotiating skills are her strengths as an agent. She is dedicated to helping her clients find and purchase their dream home. Lindy also utilizes the latest marketing tools to expose her seller’s real estate to a broad range of qualified buyers. To have Lindy help you make your next move in real estate, give her a call at 970-210-2429 or e-mail her at lindyfranklingj@gmail.com.

 

Congratulations to Jennifer Howard, broker at Gear & Associates, for being named our Grand Junction real estate agent of the week! Jennifer was born and raised in Grand Junction and generations of her family have called Western Colorado "home."  Having bought and sold many of her own homes, she fully understands the stress and emotion that can come along with the biggest sale or purchase in your life. Whether you are looking to upsize, downsize or just move to a new part of town, Jennifer can help you navigate the process.

"Through honesty, communication and understanding your wants and needs, my goal is to make this exciting step in your life as painless and, dare I say fun, as possible," says Jennifer. "I am passionate about real estate and would love to help you sell your current home and/or purchase your next one."

When Jennifer isn't working, you can find her at home with my husband and son. Together, they enjoy Quick read more or view full article traveling, remodeling their fixer upper house, and spending time with friends and family.

To get in touch with Jennifer for your next step in real estate, give her a call at 970-201-8740 or e-mail at  jennifersellsgj@gmail.com.
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