I’m a native New Yorker, born and raised in Hoboken, N. J… home to Frank Sinatra.
A driving individual with an inexhaustible entrepreneurial spirit, I have had the good fortune to enjoy multiple professional lives in several challenging fields such as advertising and photography, while wearing hats as diverse as restaurateur to construction manager.
Additionally, I worked in Information Technology for Sun Microsystems for 10 years, in Colorado, California, and New York until just after 9/11, which provided the final impetus to leave New York and settle in a more congenial atmosphere. My wife, Beth, and I planned our move to Asheville shortly after 9/11 and I am proud to say we bested our plan by six months. We have learned how to make things happen. During our planning stage, I was determined to retire here when the entrepreneurial bug struck again.
We love Asheville, and think of it as a sublime complement to Manhattan’s West Village, equally enchanting, yet blessed with a more hospitable climate and a setting surrounded by the beautiful “Blue Ridge” - mountains made from the earth, not canyons of steel and concrete.
At the manageable and hospitable scale of just 85,000 residents, Asheville is nonetheless a very cosmopolitan city boasting great restaurants, shopping, the Arts, superb healthcare conventional and alternative- as well as a plethora of outdoor activities. {more on Asheville NC}
In my current work as a Realtor, and Property Manager I apply the same boundless passion I have dedicated to all my other endeavors. Mainly as a “buyers agent”, I represent only a few clients at any one time, working diligently and resourcefully to discover my clients’ dream home and to apply my strong negotiating skills toward the acquisition and realization of their “happily ever after”.
So if you are looking for home discovery representation that is discerning, singularly focused, impeccable, principled, and practical, then I hope you will allow me to assist you in your quest to relocate to our wonderful corner of the world and welcoming community.
Ron did a GREAT job, his experience in land development was an absolute plus in finding the appropriate land parcel to build our retirement home. Aside from his general knowledge of the areas surrounding Asheville, his experience with building roads, erosion control & excavation kept us on the straight & narrow. His direct approach saved us a great deal of time and I am certain moving forward a great deal of $. Speaking of $$, his negotiation skills produced a sizeable discount on the chosen property… Thanks Ron.
Betty & Ken | Long Island NY
We felt like he was searching for a home for his own family… his passion for finding our dream home was unparalleled. We never felt like he was selling, but rather guiding us. He was not bashful extending his opinion, even when it was not want we thought we wanted to hear. My husband & I loved that he was not afraid to say “ I don’t know but I will get you the answer”…he knows what he doesn’t know ! We were very pleased with his entire approach & that led us to a successful, stress less conclusion. Working from afar was not at all an issue when you have someone like Ron on your side.
Bryan & Christina Rabenau | London UK
Ron did everything we needed and much, much more…after talking to my wife and I the first morning in his office, he was able to analyze our needs and make suggestions that we had not even considered. We spent several days looking at various properties and talking about the greater Asheville area. He made it very clear that he was there to help us find the right place for us. He is so very knowledgeable about the market in the Asheville area. He not only knows the market but he has great insight into the inner workings of the entire area. This insight and his knowledge of all the parameters were exactly what we needed to find not only a “second” home, but literally a “Dream second” home. What we found, because of his insight and efforts was a “Dream “and much more than just a replacement for our Colorado property.
He doesn’t just show you places, he explains why he thinks a particular property meets your needs more than another one. He took the time to talk to us and analyze the issues around the property we were considering. He can do this because he listens to you and takes the time to go through the pros and cons of the various places you view.
He is skilled in writing the contract and after the contract is written, Ron is there to see that everything goes as smoothly as possible. We don’t live in the area so Ron set us up with a lending agency, a real estate attorney, and all the required inspections. He coordinates the various inspections and get the information to you and whomever else needs it. He keeps in touch with you right through the closing and even after that to help wherever he can… Jackie and I consider him much more than just our Agent, he is a good friend as well.
Dr. Ed & Jackie Lane | Cape Coral FL
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