“Honest, responsive, knowledgeable, a shark negotiator, and the nicest guy ever. What else is there?”
Why John?
I’ve been a full-time, high-performing broker with Lake & Company since 1998 and have consistently placed among the Top 5 agents at my 100-person office for more than a decade.
In 2025, I ranked in the top 1% (in terms of production and volume) of all 32,000 real estate agents in the Northwest Multiple Listing Service that serves Washington and Oregon.
Other than being an honor for myself, why is this important for you? Because you are best served by an agent who has a lot of experience and does a lot of transactions, so they are on top of their game and have a broad base of knowledge.
Simply put: all houses will sell. My job is to serve as your trusted guide and helpmate to ensure we do everything right, resulting in your home selling for substantially more.
My expertise, project management, and access to trusted vendors will garner you more money on terms that work for you and your timeline. I am 100% confident in my abilities and strategies, and will even loan my sellers funds upfront to make updates and cosmetic changes, if needed. (Learn More)
Sellers
identify
When you hire me to list your home, I will identify improvements and modifications that will maximize buyer interest and offers on your home. We will discuss those identified items and what they cost — don’t worry, I’ll handle the bids — as well as their return on investment. These improvements are a win-win for everyone. Buyers receive a turnkey home with contemporary finishes, hardware, and colors — and sellers receive offers that result in a higher (often jaw-dropping) sales price.
“The Big Yes”: agree & execute
Once we agree on items and budget, you hand me the keys to your empty home and I’ll handle the rest! Working with my roster of trusted vendors, I’ll project manage all improvements — eliminating stress, worry, and headaches for you.
I’ll provide you with progress reports along the way, and a few weeks later, you’ll see a practically unrecognizable home as I invite the stager and photographer over and prepare for your home’s market debut.
profit maximization
My promise to you as your listing agent is that I will make you more money. It’s that simple.
This site is a snapshot and preview of what you will learn from me once we meet. I’m big on education, service, and being 100% available to my clients seven days a week.
After you explore my site, reach out to me for a no-obligation conversation to see if we are a fit.
Buyers
Buying a home is often one of the most important (and expensive) purchases you will ever make. There are many things to consider as you prepare to purchase a home or investment property — and choosing a Realtor® to expertly guide you through the process and serve as your valuable resource is step one. (Learn More)
educator
My knowledge and expertise from more than 28 years in real estate serves as an immediate and direct benefit to you. In addition to our one-on-one discussions, I’ll provide you a library of resources I’ve personally created to educate you and use as reference in complement to our in-person interactions. It’s my pleasure to address your concerns and questions anytime they arise.
expert
Knowing current market conditions is critical. I’ve participated in hundreds of offers — as both a listing agent and buyer’s agent. This means I know houses, pricing, strategy, and am unafraid to “fight” for my clients’ best interests and bottom line. My stellar reputation (and that of my brokerage) has helped win offers on my clients’ behalf.
lifetime consultant
When your new house keys are in hand, our relationship doesn't end there.
I want to be the first person you think to call when you need something related to your home — be it a handyperson or a housecleaner. I aim to be your trusted point of contact for the lifetime of your homeownership.
My Network
The Puget Sound’s dynamic housing market requires experience, agility, and speed. I sell a high volume of real estate each year — mostly via word-of-mouth referrals from longtime clients — and I would not be able to perform at this level without the collegial support of a close-knit group of longtime associates.
In addition to my supportive colleagues at Lake & Company, I belong to a private, invite-only group of top-performing agents from several local real estate offices. This network of reputable, knowledgeable professionals solicits input from fellow members who share best practices and strategies that give our clients an edge when we compete against other agents. Access to this diverse set of opinions is critical for educating my clients as I help them navigate their options and assess/win offers in our continually changing housing market.
Real estate is an ever-evolving industry. Great agents know it’s imperative to tap into a network of support and remain current on shifting trends, rules, and strategies.
“It was very clear that John is not only respected by his clients, but also by others in the real estate industry. It was because of this, in our multiple-offer situation, we were able to get the house.”