Eric was born and raised in Sioux Falls and knows the community well. He keeps involved in the community by working with the Boy Scouts of America, his Church, and other outdoor recreation programs. With an education and background in home building and remodeling, Eric knows what makes a quality home inside and out. He can help you understand the potential a particular home offers or possible red flags that may otherwise go unnoticed. If you want to get a break from the hustle & bustle of city life, Eric can also help you find the peace of country living, as he has on his own acreage outside of Sioux Falls. With the help of the Ameri/Star Brokers and support staff behind the scenes, Eric can devote his full time and attention to helping you find that “just right” home and bringing buyers to view your home.
Realtor Designations:
✰ CRS– Certified Residential Specialist
The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) is the highest Designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field. The CRS Designation recognizes professional accomplishments in both experience and education.
Since 1977 the Council of Residential Specialists has been conferring the CRS Designation on agents who meet its stringent requirements. Less than 4% of Realtors have earned the CRS designation.
Today, home buying and selling is faster, more complex, and more competitive in every way. Our goal is to make the process a little easier for you.
To earn the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation, every REALTOR® must have significant experience and demonstrate volume of real estate transactions or gross sales, as well as complete rigorous educational requirements.
Every CRS Designee must have a proven track record in the business, as well as advanced education in related areas like finance, technology and marketing. Work with the top 4 percent of all Realtors, work with a CRS.
✰ e-PRO
All e-PRO® Internet and Technology Professionals complete a rigorous certification program. e-PRO® Certification means the real estate professional is prepared to employ the latest techniques and services for your benefit. e-PRO® Professionals maximize your ability to leverage the enormous power of the Internet when you are buying and selling property.
Your e-PRO® Certified real estate professional has already made the extra commitment and proven that he is prepared to respond to the new market place. e-PRO® Professionals can offer you the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have chosen to work with a REALTOR® committed to using the Internet and cutting edge technology with skill, integrity, and professionalism.
✰ ABR- Accredited Buyer Representative
An ABR® is a buyer’s representative who has completed advanced training and who has proven experience in serving the special needs of buyer-clients. In addition to knowing the dynamics of their local market, an ABR®-designated buyer’s rep can help you make informed decisions throughout the entire home buying process. An ABR® is also a REALTOR® (a member of NAR) and must abide by a strict Code of Ethics.
When you look for an ABR® before you look for a home, you’ll be served, not sold. Your interests become their interests. And you’ll be working with someone who has gone the extra mile by completing specialized training in delivering the best in buyer-representation services. Plus, a REALTOR® who has an ABR® Designation also has an established track record, with proven experience in representing the concerns of home buyers.
✰ SRS- Seller Representative Specialist
SRS designees are members of an elite group of trained seller client advocates that know the importance of their client’s specific needs. SRS designee is extensively trained in a wide variety of manual and electronic marketing methods to uniquely promote your property to the widest range prospective purchasers. SRS designees adhere to the highest level of professional ethics and business practices in delivering ‘Client Level’ services with integrity.
Other Education and Experience
✰ 17+ Years experience in Full-Time Residential Real Estate Sales
✰ Construction Management Degree From Utah Valley University
✰ Licensed General Contractor
✰ 20+ Years experience in construction and remodeling
✰ Pro-Ed School of Real Estate
✰ Former Associate at Chell Realtors, Coldwell Banker Select and thē real estate company
Memberships
✰ National Association of Realtors
✰ South Dakota Association of Realtors
✰ Realtor Association of the Sioux Empire
✰ PRESA- Professional Real Estate Salesperson’s Association
✰ MLS- Multiple Listing Service
✰ REBAC- Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council
✰ South Dakota Notary Public
Finding a home can be an exciting and fun time, it can also be confusing and stressful if you don’t have the right tools to make the process go smoothly. If you’re selling your existing home it can be even more stressful, you need the right tools to successfully market your home. I have those tools and will take the time to help you find that “just right” home that you deserve or to sell your home quickly and for the best price. In either case I will not disappear after a purchase agreement is signed. I will see you through every step of the closing and beyond. Giving you honest, straight forward advice to help you make good decisions is my goal. Whether you are new to the Sioux Empire or a lifelong resident I will help you feel right at home.
