Hello, World! Well, it’s official—my website is finally up and running, and just in time before it could legally enter kindergarten! Yes, you heard right, this labor of love (and occasional frustration) has been five years in the making, with serious hustle since November 2023. I like to think of it as a fine wine, getting better with age, but let’s be honest, it was more like a forgotten yogurt in the back of the fridge—always on the to-do list, but never quite making it to the table.

Why did it take so long, you ask? Life, my friends. Life happened. There were homes to sell, staging to perfect, and oh, a few too many market analyses that needed my urgent attention. Not to mention, I had to make sure I didn't accidentally become a professional photographer or a cleaning service expert along the way (though my skills in both have improved significantly, if I do say so myself).

Along this five-year journey, there was a plot twist—I actually hired someone to build my website initially. But when I saw the final product, it just didn't feel right; it wasn’t the vision I had in my head. So, I rolled up my sleeves and decided to take matters into my own hands. The original site? It’s still out there in the vast expanse of the internet (good luck finding it, though!). In the end, I shaped my own digital space, crafting each page to truly reflect my personality and professional ethos. It’s more than just a website; it’s a piece of me.

But here we are, with a shiny new website that I hope becomes your go-to spot not just for finding your dream home or selling one, but for getting a peek into the real estate world through my eyes. Expect a mix of updates on my latest closings, insightful real estate tips, and, yes, a sprinkle of personal anecdotes—because who doesn’t love a good story about a home showing that went hilariously off script?

So, bookmark this blog, grab your beverage of choice (I’ll have a double espresso to keep up with the market, thank you), and get ready for a blend of professional insights and personal tales that only a realtor who’s not afraid to get her hands dirty can offer.

Looking forward to keeping it real (estate) with you all!

-EMILY ROSS