Realtor of the Week

Name: Dennis Stevick, of DND Associates Company name: ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, Fort Lauderdale Originally from: Michigan; however I have lived in New York, North Carolina, Japan, Okinawa, California, and of course Florida. Current home: Coral Ridge Country Club of Fort Lauderdale for the past 14 years Realtor designations: Vice-President, Broker

How long in real estate: 24 years What made you get into real estate? A desire to run my own business, while engaging the public to fulfill their goal of finding the perfect home. What separates you from other Realtors? A desire to make every transaction, the best possible experience for every client. At DND Associates, our business is about developing personal relationships and referrals. I also have an accounting background so I keep a numbers perspective with all of our clients. Which neighborhoods/ areas are your specialty? Typically from Atlantic Boulevard to Harbor Beach, along the Intracoastal and the beach. However, our team works in many other communities and speaks multiple languages. Describe your working style? Personal, high attention to detail and goal oriented. We are available seven days a week. What advice do you have for buyers? With the market changes in the last few years, we are definitely in a seller’s market. Overall, inventory will continue to diminish for the near future with most recent August stats holding a 3.6-month supply. If you have decided to buy a home, now is the time. Call us at (954) 592-2277. What advice do you have for sellers? If you have been waiting to relocate as the market had been slow, now is a good time to sell your home. Updated homes are selling quickly and at great prices. The average sale price is up 22.2 percent in August year over year. Call us at (954) 592-2277. How does what you’ve learned about real estate help your clients? My experience has provided a great depth of knowledge about the local and international market. We are less emotional about the actual purchase or sale and are able to point out the logical, business side of buying or selling a property. This will provide a level and successful transaction for both buyer and the seller. What’s the hottest listing you have right now? All of our current offerings are exceptional homes. Many are offered at great values and may be found at www.dndfloridahomesbythesea. com and www.onesothebysrealty. com . What professional accomplishment makes you the most proud? My appointment to Vice President, Broker at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. Are you involved in any charitable organizations? Through ONE Sotheby’s International Realty we have relationships with Women in Distress in Broward County and Lotus House in Dade County. DND Associates has working relationships with PAWS and Funding Arts Broward FAB! What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you? As a child, I lived in Japan. Contact: Dale Atkins, (954) 592-3457; Dennis Stevick, (954) 592-2277; or Michelle Howland, (954) 658-4712, of DND Associates at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. Visit www.dndfloridahomesbythesea.com or www. onesothebysrealty.com.