Creekside Realty
Company ProfileOur agents are passionate about providing service to our customers and our community. Customer satisfaction is a top priority at Creekside Realty. We strive to be of service and help! We are here for you before, during and after each and every sale. We are here to provide long-term relationships, not short-term sales. Our Mission:
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Kimberly TurnquistBroker, Realtor YakimaHomeHunter.com Kim and her husband Mark, along with their son Max, moved to Yakima in 2002 after moving initially to the Pacific Northwest from Minnesota in 1990. Kim obtained her real estate license first in Salem, OR where she was a licensed assistant and office manager for a small real estate company. In 2002 Kim and family moved to Yakima for her son to be closer to one set of Grandparents and for Kim to go into real estate with her father, Jerry Heyan. Kim has really enjoyed the countless hours she has gotten to spend with her father as they meet new clients/friends and help them with all of their real estate needs. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity that not many people get to take advantage of. Since 2003, Kim has been a Top Company and Top Residential producer for a large real estate company and is working hard at continuing her successes. Pervious to moving to Yakima, Kim worked in the field of Occupational Therapy in Minnesota, Walla Walla, and Salem, Oregon. She attended college while working full time to obtain her Masters Degree from a small college in Orangeburg, NY. Kim enjoys spending time with her family, walking the golf course with her husband and son, watching her son play baseball, playing with her golden retriever, Hagar, and working out in the yard. Kim also enjoys volunteering at her sons school whenever she has a chance. |
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Jerry HeyenOffice Sales Manager YakimaHomeHunter.com Jerry and his wife Jane moved to the beautiful Yakima Valley in late 1993. Quickly becoming bored with the easy life, Jerry obtained his real estate license in October of 1993. In the last 14 years, Jerry was for many years the Top Company and Top Residential producer for a large real estate company. In 2002 daughter Kimberley joined Jerry in real estate. Previous to moving to Yakima, Jerry worked in the financial services industry for over 30 years. He was Senior Vice President of Bank Operations for a large Midwestern Bank and a Corporate Vice President in charge of business development and new product development for a national financial services corporation. Jerry enjoys spending time with his cars and most of all with his grandson, Max. Unfortunately Max, now seven years old, can beat his Papa on the golf course. Despite a busy schedule, Jerry find time to serve on the Yakima City Community Review Board, Past President and current Director of the Yakima Valley Landlords Association and long time Treasurer of the Yakima Valley Sports Car Club. | |
Ron AndersonAssociate Broker, Realtor www.RonAndMaryYakima.com Licensed since 1987, Ron has earned the Graduate Realtor Institute-Certified Residential Specialist and Broker designations and is a member of the Commercial Brokers Association. Ron understands the importance of being involved not only in the real estate industry but also in the community. He has served on several association committees at there state level, including State Director, Finance Committee, and the RWC Committee that is reviewing state licensing laws. On the local level, Ron has served the Yakima Association of Realtors in several positions including President in 1996. He was awarded the Realtor of the Year in 1996, Community Service Award in 1997 and the Realtor Achievement Award in 1998. Commissioner and Auditing Officer, Yakima County Fire Protection District #10, 1998-1999. Ron continues to serve on committees for Habitat for Humanity, and volunteers his time to Camp Primetime. He also chairs the Long Range Planning committee for Westpark Christian Academy and is a Trustee for Westpark United Methodist Church. |
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Mary Jane AndersonRealtor www.RonAndMaryYakima.com Born and raised in the Yakima Valley, I worked for over thirty years combined at a utility company, a local non profit institution and in higher education as a financial aid counselor. I bring many years of experience of finance, customer service and public relations to our team. I enjoy listening and working with people. I am looking forward to working with my husband, Ron, helping people with their real estate needs. Presently, I serve on the RSVP Board of Directors,volunteer for Camp Primetime and Westpark Christian Academy. |
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Phil & Hope BarnesRealtors pbarnes@creeksideres.com hbarnes@creeksideres.com We have been real estate agents for the past fourteen years. We've lived in the Yakima Valley all our lives. We have four children, all are married, and nine grandchildren and one on the way! We love to camp, fish, travel, and garden. We've really enjoyed raising our children in the Yakima Valley and look forward to our time with our grandchildren. Down to earth, with good common senses, is what you can expect when working with either of us. You won't find more honest realtors! |
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Cory BemisRealtor www.CoryBemis.com Having been born and raised in Yakima, I feel as if I know and understand the area as well as anyone. Growing up with two incredibly knowledgeable, inspiring, and hard-working entrepreneurial parents, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to learn and understand the ways of four independently successful local businesses. This has allowed me to attain a large array of skills and strategies for finding solutions to different questions or dilemmas. Throughout my entire life, I have always been interested in markets. I love learning about and understanding everything from how different markets function, to how they are sustained. I've been active in many fields of the investment market from the age of 13. I discovered the Real Estate field at the age of 22 and immediately began educating myself. A few months later, I joined the newly established Creekside Realty where I was granted the opportunity to train under four seasoned Real Estate veterans. I now actively invest in both residential and rental income properties. I returned to Yakima in the summer of 2006 after spending four years in the Seattle area and earning a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Washington. The diversity of people as well as the four-seasoned agricultural valley of Yakima is just too pleasantly astonishing to keep away from. I'm excited to be part of one of the strongest and most prospering real-estate markets in the Northwest. |
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Pati BemisRealtor pati@creeksideres.com I have lived in the beautiful Yakima Valley my entire life. I grew up in the West Valley area, then Terrace Heights. My business experience has been very entrepreneurial. Along with my husband, Greg, we opened and have operated Stereo First and TV by Bemis since 1979. We have two children; Cory and Eric Bemis who have helped us with all of our businesses and have been educated in Yakima schools. Cory just recently graduated from University of Washington and currently works with me at Creekside Realty as a commercial realtor. Two other business ventures have been 'Tiques & Toys- a gift shop in Westpark and Bead & Body Co.- also in Westpark. Several of the clubs and groups I have done fund-raising for are Yakima Valley Zonta Club, Jeanine Hedwall Children's Hospital Guild, and Yakima Tennis Club (where I have been the YTC President and am currently on the YTC board). I began my real estate career at the beginning of this year with Creekside Realty and am currently partnered with my sister, Sue Gifford. We represent the valley and the Chinook and White Pass vacation areas. I thoroughly enjoy working in real state and having the opportunity of representing so many great people in the Yakima area. One of the aspects I enjoy is the chance for continuous learning. I believe the Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live with much growth and opportunity available to anyone based here. |
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Cheri DanielsRealtor www.AllYakimaHomes.com I have lived in lovely Yakima with my husband since January 2007. We have found the area to be filled with friendly people, interesting topography and a unique agricultural influence, unlike the wheat fields and flat land I was surrounded with in Williston, North Dakota! My college years were spent at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota. Yes, it is the home of the world's only Corn Palace! I completed a B.S. in Psychology/Religion with minors in English and History. After graduating, I moved to Spokane and spent 20 years there raising my two sons. During that time I worked in the automotive industry as a Customer Relations Manager, a job I thoroughly enjoyed. My husband's employer transferred us to Great Falls, Montana for two years where we were blessed with some wonderful friendships and then it was on to Yakima! As a Realtor and Property Image Consultant, my special expertise will be an advantage to sellers wishing to sell their home quickly and for top dollar. I look forward to making some great friendships in Yakima while I assist both buyers and sellers reach their ultimate goal of finding that perfect home or selling their home quickly. |
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Clayton FuehrerRealtor clayton@creeksideres.com As a farm boy growing up in S.D., I am all too familiar with hard work, perseverance, integrity, and I have been fortunate enough to be raised with Christian values. I try to exhibit these values in all that I do. My wife of 41 years and I have had the privilege of watching our two children grow into productive adults and provide us with two grand daughters to spoil. We have lived in the Yakima area for the past 15 years. I have owned and operated my own construction company since 1976. I have been involved in a lot of different aspects of construction in three different states. I believe my construction experience is a great asset as I transition into a real estate career. As I still enjoy working with my hands, I am involved in aircraft restoration and am a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association. I also active in my church and am currently serving on the Board of Trustees. |
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Sue GiffordRealtor SueGifford.com Since beginning my Real Estate career in 1998, I have specialized in listing and selling mountain and vacation properties in the Chinook and White Pass areas, where I also reside. Working with these types of properties has been very rewarding and I have made many new friends and met my neighbors in the process. Having earned my ABR and CRS designations, I believe that continuing education in this ever changing industry is the key to providing my clients the best service possible. | |
Noé GutiérrezRealtor noe@creeksideres.com I'm originally from Carlsbad, New Mexico. I came to the beautiful Yakima Valley in 1969 and I've lived here ever since. The rich cultural diversity and quality of life is what the Yakima Valley is all about. I have an extensive Sales and Marketing background and an Entrepreneurial spirit. My community involvement is very important to me, but my clients are my priority. I look forward to assisting you with your Real Estate needs. |
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Murad KhanRealtor murad@creeksideres.com I have been living here in the Yakima Valley since March of 2005. I attended Delta Pacific college in Stockton, CA and I received my general education degree from YVCC. After moving here, we bought some properties in Yakima. Being a landlord has helped me to explore the path of real-estate much further then I ever imagined. I became a real-estate agent in December of 2005 and since then I have been helping my clients buy and sell real estate. Almost every person that I have worked with in a real estate transaction is a close friend of mine now because I don't just believe in business but in building relationships that last a lifetime. My extensive and diverse cultural background helps me understand the needs of my clients much better then most. I love to farm, grow fruits, vegetables, raise beef and dairy cattle. I am a huge fan and big time supporter of American farmers and land owners. I also speak 5 different languages. They include English, Urdu, Hindi, Pushtu, Punjabi, and of course a little bit of Spanish (I'm still learning)! Please contact me if you are looking to buy or sell or even if you want to explore what the beautifully sunny Yakima Valley has to offer in property real estate. |
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Susan LockbeamRealtor susan@creeksideres.com I was born and raised in the Yakima area. Attending school in the Sunnyside-Granger districts. I loved and enjoyed the Lower Valley, but have made my name for the last 30 years in Yakima. I am married to a wonderfully supportive husband, Arnie. We have 9 children and 30 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. We moved north of Selah 4 years ago, where my husband built us a grand and beautiful home on 4.5 acres. I started at Creekside Realty in August of 2007. I love Real Estate and enjoy coming to work everyday! Working with buyers and seeing that look on their face when we find the perfect home together is so very rewarding to me. Not to mention bringing an offer to my sellers that is exactly what they were hoping for- that is what I live for. Everyday is new and exciting! |
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Matthieu MarquisRealtor matt@creeksideres.com Born in Yakima, I currently reside in Moxee with my fiancé and three girls. I enjoy the outdoors and also enjoy the outdoors with my jeep going camping, hunting, and fishing. I also love to cook for my family and friends. I have worked for my fathers business for the last five years, and I'm happy to report that I've purchased my very first home three years ago. I'm excited to assist my clients as I venture into the exciting real estate world! |
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Sharon MetzRealtor sharon@creeksideres.com Born and raised in the Yakima Valley, after receiving my degree (BS) at CWU, I returned home to a job as Realtor's Assistant, and went on to obtain my license in 1985. It came naturally to want to share my enthusiasm for my city and its surroundings with folks transferring into the area. After 22 years in Residential sales, corporate real estate (relocation of employees, bank repossessions), and two years as Relocation Director, my passion for assisting people with their real estate needs has only increased. My professional designations include GRADUATE REALTOR'S INSTITUE, ACCREDITED BUYER REPRESENTATIVE, and CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST (a designation held by only 4% of Realtors nationally). My "Favorite Things to Do" list includes time with my girls, volunteering weekly at Cottonwood Elementary, helping first-time home buyers, and guiding real estate transactions from start to finish and BEYOND! |
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Cindy PrattRealtor www.YakimaHouseAndHome.com Yakima is a great place! Having lived in Yakima for many years, I have an understanding and respect for our beautiful Valley. My commitment to serving Yakima extends beyond real estate and family businesses. I have volunteered and served on several nonprofit boards including YVCC's Larsen Gallery and Yakima Youth Soccer Association. With a strong sense of community, I believe in finding ways to help make Yakima an even better place to live, work, and raise a family. My real estate philosophy is simple. If you are buying, I will listen closely to your needs and devote whatever time it takes to find you just what you are looking for. If you are selling, I will make you and your home a priority and will devote time and money to marketing your home. It is important to have a realtor who understands how to showcase your home enhancing the many assets. My background in business and interiors gives me the edge it takes. Please let me show you my commitment to you the next time you are in need of real estate services. |
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Joan TannerRealtor joanetan06@aol.com Hello, I'm Joan Tanner. I've been a Realtor since May 1989. That's 19 years of enjoying what I do! I have 6 children, 3 sons and 3 daughters, 8 Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Grandchildren. My oldest Grandson is also a Realtor in Minnesota. I enjoy playing cards and reading. I sold Culligan water softeners for a couple of years in the lower Valley. I also sold manufactured homes for several years. I have always enjoyed sales and meeting people needs. I look forward to more years in Real Estate. |
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RaeAnne TothRealtor raeanne@creeksideres.com My family and I moved to the Yakima Valley when I was in Jr. High, and now I have a family of my own. Over the years I have grown to love the Yakima Valley. Whether there are blossoms on the apple trees in the spring or a light blanket of snow in the winter Yakima is beautiful year round. I love our community, and volunteer for Selah Parks and Recreation. I enjoy coaching Co-ed 3rd & 4th Grade Soccer in the Spring and Fall, and 4th & 5th grade Girls Basket Ball in the winter. My husband and I at the age of 24 started our own business in Yakima. That was eight years ago and we are still going strong. I have learned so much from being a business owner. Being a successful business owner I feel has given me an advantage in Real Estate. I know what it takes to get the job done, to think outside the box, to be creative, to be on top of technology and the market. I know how important it is that the clients needs are met. I also know that it takes hard work and dedication, and I'm not afraid of hard work. Having our own business gave us the means to get into Real Estate, my real passion. After buying and selling Real Estate for a couple of years I decide to become a Realtor. Being a Realtor has been very rewarding for me. I like meeting new people and helping them buy or sell any kind of property. I'm dedicated to my clients and I will work hard for you. |
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Jamie SchellIn-House Designer Creative to my core, I have loved art and design for as long as I can remember. From coloring with my daughter, to creating campaigns, it is my passion. I began my career by enrolling in Perry Technical Institute's Graphic Design Program. While at Perry Tech. I was fortunate to hold two internships, which was a big step in preparing me for my future in design. I joined Creekside Realty as their In-House Graphic Designer, March of 2008. I enjoy working for Creekside because of their commitment to the valley, friendly and dedicated staff, and their continuous growth as a company. I look forward to building and continuing my career with Creekside. While I'm away from work I enjoy spending time with my daughter, Kennedy. Taking after her mom, she has already developed a love for photography. Some of our favorite things to do is take day trips to the zoo, or catch a good baseball game. |
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