Hi there, my name is Patrice Phillips, a proud Realtor with Luxe Places International Realty.

I have been in the real estate business in some form for more than four decades. I bought and began remodeling my first house at the age of 21 and worked as a painter and carpenter while earning my BS Degree in Accounting from Indiana University. I’ve been involved in the green movement before it was popularly called by that name, building some early passive solar heaters and hot water heaters while weatherizing homes for greater energy efficiency in the 70s. I was a licensed real estate agent in New York City in the 80s. Moving to northern California in the late 80s, I became a financial planner with American Express (Ameriprise Financial) but did the majority of my investing in residential real estate.

One of my greatest skills has been the ability to analyze a property for income potential. My motto is “find a way”. I have a great belief that a person can get anything they want if they have a fierce desire to get there. Returning to real estate sales has been a pleasure for me. I love working with folks to find the best solutions for their needs, whether those are the perfect starter home and downpayment program that fits the budget, locating desirable Ag land, or finding replacement properties for a 1031 exchange. The market and the clients are always dynamic.

I go above and beyond to educate sellers on current market conditions and prepare them for what can sometimes seem like a nerve-wracking time. Having the framework of a well-planned marketing campaign takes the stress out. My job is to make this transition go as smoothly as possible. Open communication between all parties is how this is done. When we realize that we have a common goal, negotiation becomes simple. We all work together to find a way.

Please contact me. I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your residential, commercial, land, and investment needs. Let’s make those dreams come true!