As a believer of the "By Referral Only"® philosophy, Dave's Mission Statement displays his overall commitment to his customers and clients. Mission Statement "To provide a better quality of life for my customers and clients, by specializing in the sale of new and used residential properties in West Michigan. To present an honest and caring attitude, by delivering dedicated and competent service through the use of today's technology in easy to understand visual and verbal language. I shall always adhere to the NAR Code of Ethics and the highest moral standards.""By Referral Only"® means... that while most agents are spending the vast majority of their time, energy and money seeking new clients and promoting themselves to the general public, I approach my business differently. What I do is spend my time focusing on YOUR goals, explaining YOUR options, and providing the excellent service YOU expect... and deserve! ...In Return My desire is to become your Real Estate Consultant for life. The result of this focus is your desire to see your friends, family, co-workers, and associates receive the same outstanding service when they have real estate needs by referring them to me. Dave is a full-time agent dedicated to providing the best possible service with the highest ethical standards. Keeping you constantly informed and protecting your best interests through every phase of your real estate transaction, he stays on top of the changes in the market that might affect your success. Being a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Dave has received the industry's highest professional designation of residential specialty. Awarded to Realtors® who have completed the Council's advanced educational and professional requirements. Only 5% of all Realtors® have achieved the CRS designation. A Graduate of the Realtors® Institute (GRI), Dave has the confidence and communication skills to handle the most sensitive real estate matters. Whether you are buying or selling, his old-fashioned work ethic, coupled with expertise in sales and customer service makes him the obvious choice for the discerning client seeking an ethical agent. According to a recent NAR survey, nearly one-third of all existing homes sold recently were either short sales or foreclosures. For Dave, being a Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), short sales and foreclosures are the new "traditional" transaction. REALTORS® who have earned the SFR certification know how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities. As a Certified e-PRO, Dave will be your real estate guide to market values, locations, buying and selling tips and criterion search. He is in the top 1% of all Realtors® in the United States with an e-Pro certification.When you are making your most important financial and lifestyle decisions, you want and need the experience of an accomplished and knowledgeable team of real estate professionals. Dave and his team have over 25 years of professional sales experience. Knowing and understanding what is important to his clients, Dave realizes the key to a successful real estate transaction is listening closely to his clients so he can help them get what they want. Dave has been in the Grand Rapids area, and especially in Rockford since 1993. Married to Julia, nothing means more to him than his family. "It is my dedication and hard work for you that allows me to provide for my family."With a comprehensive marketing plan to ensure you sell your home for top dollar and local knowledge to assist you when looking for the perfect home to buy, you can count on Dave for unsurpassed service and exceptional results. Dave has built a large base of repeat and referral business due to hard work and dedication to his clients. When you work with Dave, you will want to refer your friends and family as well!Put knowledge, trust, and hard working integrity to work for you today!! Call Dave for all your Real Estate needs in the West Michigan area...