He is intimately familiar with the local culture and its diversity. Paul has the unique ability to develop and maintain long relationships with the residents of his community, which include the Eight Northern Pueblos, as well as State, City and County elected officials. A licensed New Mexico real estate broker since 1976, he has been a highly respected real estate broker throughout his career. Pri
or to becoming a broker at the early age of 26, Paul served as a photographer with the United States Navy and received an Honorable Discharge in 1972. He attended the University of New Mexico while honing his skills in the real estate profession. He is the father of two delightful children who have been the focus of his life. He served two terms as the Santa Fe County Commissioner, and was Chairman of the Board for four of those years. Paul’s strong ties to the community are evidenced by his participation in numerous boards and committees on which he served and chaired, which include: Urban Policy Board, Historic Design Review Board, DWI Council, Transportation Board, Board of Adjustment, Regional Planning Authority, Extraterritorial Zoning Authority. Paul’s long career in the real estate industry has established him as an expert in the residential and commercial markets, and his knowledge of city and county development codes provides him with the skills to advise his clients on complex local land issues. He is a true advocate of Personal Property Rights. Areas of Expertise:
Paul’s areas of expertise include middle to high-end residential, vacant land, commercial and income producing properties. Paul has established himself as an expert in the 1031 Exchange process, and closed over $10,000,000 in exchange properties since 2007. He has recently established santafe1031exchange.com, a service to his clients that assist them in locating qualified properties that meet their exchange criteria. Mission Statement:
My goal is to always be a competent, innovative professional. I enjoy a reputation of goodwill, respect, and fairness among clients, Realtors, and associated professionals. Success can be defined in 8 words (to paraphrase Winston Churchill): Never, never, never, never, never, never give up.”
Why I Love Santa Fe:
I have lived my entire life in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico, and when I meet newcomers to the area, I always greet them with “Welcome to Paradise.”
Best Advice to Clients:
Buy low, sell high.
