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You may have never set foot in Omaha, but I’ve helped a lot of people move here from across the country.

When someone is moving to a city they’ve never lived in, there’s a lot to figure out. Where do I want to live? What are the school districts like? Should I even buy right away, or does renting make more sense? I enjoy working through those questions with people.

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Sometimes renting is the right answer

I have to talk some people out of buying when they move to Omaha because renting is a better option. Renting helps people decide if the Omaha area is right for them. And often it’s great to find out what neighborhood or area of town is right. Not everyone who calls me ends up buying a home (or even moving to Omaha). And that’s OK. Let me repeat, that’s OK.

Medical residents & fellows

Did you match to UNMC or Creighton? Your situation is different from most buyers. Short timeline, physician loan eligibility, and you’re probably making this decision from another city. I’ve helped a lot of residents and fellows get through this.

Where I work

I work throughout the Omaha area. Douglas County, Sarpy County, and the surrounding areas. That covers everything from the city core to the suburbs in Papillion, Bellevue, Gretna, Elkhorn, and beyond.

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One thing worth knowing: I’m not licensed in Iowa. If you’re considering buying in Council Bluffs or elsewhere across the river, I can point you toward a couple of agents I trust on that side — but I wouldn’t be the right person to represent you there.

Homes in Glenwood Hills, Papillion, Nebraska
Glenwood Hills neighborhood, Papillion, Nebraska

Frequently Asked Questions

Explore our frequently asked questions about real estate.

Do you work with people who haven’t visited Omaha yet?

Absolutely. And honestly, these are some of my favorite clients to work with.

When someone is moving to a city they’ve never lived in, there’s a lot to figure out. Where do I want to live? What are the school districts like? Should I even buy right away, or does renting make more sense?

I enjoy working through those questions with people.
Not everyone who calls me ends up buying a home (or even moving to Omaha). And that’s OK. Let me repeat, that’s OK.

I have to talk some people out of buying when they move to Omaha because renting is a better option. Renting helps people decide if the Omaha area is right for them. And often it’s great to find out what neighborhood or area of town is right.

My job is to help you make the best, most informed decision.

What areas of Omaha do you work in?

I work throughout the Omaha area. Douglas County, Sarpy County, and the surrounding areas.

That covers everything from the city core to the suburbs in Papillion, Bellevue, Gretna, Elkhorn, and beyond.

One thing worth knowing: I’m not licensed in Iowa. If you’re considering buying in Council Bluffs or elsewhere across the river, I can point you toward a couple of agents I trust on that side — but I wouldn’t be the right person to represent you there.

How do I get started working with you?

Just reach out. Send me a message, give me a call — whatever’s easiest for you.

We’ll have a conversation, figure out what you’re trying to do, and go from there. No commitment required. If we seem like a good fit, great. If not, I’ll still try to point you in the right direction.

Homes in Glenwood Hills, Papillion, Nebraska
Glenwood Hills neighborhood, Papillion, Nebraska

Please Reach out.
Even If You’re Not Ready.

A lot of people don’t reach out because they are worried about wasting my time. Don’t worry about that. If you’re not ready, that’s fine. Most people aren’t when they first reach out.

If you have questions about the Omaha area, a neighborhood, the process, whatever it is, reach out.

And I promise our conversation won’t come with any sales pitch about hiring me as an agent.

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