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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Terry Pickering

Terry Pickering’s passion for real estate started very early in his adult life. He purchased his first fixer-upper in his 20s and lived in that home until he completed his nursing degree in 1995. Terry sold the home and made enough to pay off his school expenses. He then spent 26 years in healthcare. His first 8+ years as a registered nurse and then as an IT healthcare executive supporting several academic and pediatric healthcare organizations. During that time, Terry also bought and sold several homes, which at the time, was somewhat of a hobby. He will always be grateful for so many amazing experiences throughout his career in healthcare and still have an Arizona RN license. Terry Pickering just cannot let that go!

Having owned and invested in Scottsdale since 2010, Terry understands the local market and has a wealth of knowledge about what Scottsdale has to offer. He brings with his honesty, integrity, and a great appreciation for the diverse country we live in. Terry treats his clients with the same care and concern as he gave his patients as a nurse.

Terry Pickering has developed good skills for being a great listener and looks forward to learning about your real estate goals.

Terry is such a welcome addition to our brand and especially to the Camelback Tower location! He’s friendly, intelligent and extremely motivated. We are so excited to watch all that the future holds with his professional standards partnering with ours!
SHERRI MONTEITH, MANAGING BROKER

April 3, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Candiss Canady

With a strong background in customer service, Candiss is a step ahead in anticipating needs and coming up with creative solutions to best serve her clients.

Candiss has thirteen years of experience in high-level management, business development, operations and project management, business process, change management, communications, and customer service. She was an accomplished manager who understands customer service, detail & the importance of clear communication, ethical standards, and excellent interpersonal skills. The decision to move into an industry that holds a strong passion for her, Real Estate, was the easiest decision she has made in regard to a career change.

She comes from a 10+ year career in high-level recruitment in the Federal space, so the understanding of gauging needs has been developed for many years. Candiss truly enjoy helping others achieve their goals in home ownership, investing, and growing portfolios. As a client, you will get very clear communication and get an agent that is readily available for you.

Candiss is a lovely addition to the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Camelback Tower office. An obvious self starter with unrivaled drive and ambition, she’s a breath of fresh air and we are thrilled to watch her career soar to the next level!
Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker

March 21, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Frank Trifeletti

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.

Frank Trifeletti’s passion for real estate goes back more than 40 years. He became interested in real estate investments while flying as a commercial airline pilot where he learned that there are a lot of comparisons that can be made between flying and real estate; As a pilot, people entrusted Frank with their lives. As a real estate professional, they trust him with their livelihoods. Both take a lot of patience, preparation, and problem-solving skills to put together the ideal “flight plan” for success and make sure everyone arrives at their intended destination.

I am so proud to welcome Frank Trifeletti to the Carefree Office. Having had a distinguished career as a pilot, our clients should benefit from his steady and stable guidance through their real estate journey.
David Friedman, managin Broker

Whether you are buying or selling a home, you can benefit from his expertise in both endeavors. Every situation is unique and Frank approaches it the way with a critical eye. He will ask about your goals. Then, you all will look at your options for buying and selling. Frank will take into account the local market factors, short and long-term trends, and other mark dynamics that will affect your decision. He will use my knowledge and insight to deliver an honest and transparent assessment of your situation. Finally, he will develop the best possible, plan to meet your goal of purchasing a home or setting the optimal selling price for your property.

Frank has helped many clients purchase and sell their homes over the last 40 years. The smoothest transactions are those in which people are informed educated, and well-prepared for the process. Frank Trifeletti is committed to helping you make sound decisions when buying and selling.

February 27, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Erica McCrady

Erica has been blessed to be a Tucson resident for over 50 years! Erica has been in real estate for over 15+ years and has enjoyed every part of her journey. With a strong background in new construction, she strives to educate you on the overall home sales process, including design, mortgage, construction, all the way up to closing, and the delivery of a beautiful home. With her strong success in sales, she will be a leader for you, provide continuous communication and excellent customer service and guide you to home ownership.

Erica lives in Vail with her husband, who is a builder for a national builder, and her daughter, who attends Cienega High school. She enjoys time with her family, camping, and watching sports. Erica would love to work with you to make your real estate goals a reality.

With 16 years of experience as a Top Agent, the Tucson Office of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty welcomes Erica McCrady to our Brand.
Will Rose, Managin Broker

February 7, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Brad Qualley

As your professional real estate advisor, Brad Qualley focuses on client satisfaction. His business is about service; he is not happy until you are happy. Brad’s years in the business have provided him with the experience to assist you with nearly every real estate need. Whether it’s finding you a home, finding the best loan, or helping you get the most out of selling your home, Brad Qualley is here to guide you.

Brad has been a pleasure to welcome on board with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. An obvious self-starter with an eager to learn attitude, Brad’s career will flourish partnered with our branding and marketing. We look forward to watching him succeed!
Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker

January 25, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Jim Cathey

Jim Cathey’s life and passion for the last 50-plus years was marketing, buying, and selling imported fresh produce from Mexico. In all that time, he lived in Tubac and Santa Cruz County and also became passionate about the uniqueness of where he called home.

Jim plans to share all this life experience and work to help his customers sell or buy the home of their dreams. Allow him to share and help you find the perfect property in one of the most perfect places in the world to live.

The Tucson Office of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is thrilled to welcome Jim Cathey to our Branch. After decades of experience in marketing and sales + his knowledge of Southern Arizona will be of added value to his clients.
Will Rose, Managing Broker

January 24, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Vanesa Paz

With over a decade of experience managing the top luxury “five-star” spas to curating lifestyle experiences for top luxury residences in hot spots like Miami, FL, Vanesa offer a compelling edge by providing a unique experience and exceptional customer service to every client. With Vanesa’s experience with modern marketing, she provides special property tours throughout Southern Arizona. So whether you are an Arizona local looking to move or an “out of State” client looking to make their big move to Arizona, Vanesa will keep you connected.

Relocating to Arizona from Florida has brought Vanesa a passion for helping others with relocation. Relocating can be stressful, but let her take care of you from start to finish for a smooth process.

Specializing in New Construction, let Vanesa represent you for your next new construction purchase, and with her connections with builders, she can get you what you’re looking for!

Outside of Real Estate, Vanesa loves spending time with her family, which includes her husband and kids. She loves visiting Mt. Lemmon, Sedona, Flagstaff, and all of Arizona’s beautiful landmarks.

The Tucson Office of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty welcomes Miami, Florida native, Vanesa Paz to our Brand. Vanesa’s experience in hotel management and wellness will blend perfectly as a platform to her successful real estate career.
Will Rose, Managing Broker

January 12, 2023 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Ashley Thompson

Ashley was born and raised in the east valley. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Grand Canyon University.

Ashley is motivated and has impeccable customer service. Her number one priority is to build long-lasting relationships with her clients. She has mastered this with clients from all walks of life by using effective and continuous communication. Her “native” knowledge, extensive education, A+ customer service, and devotion to her clients are guaranteed to create an unforgettable experience.

Aside from being highly motivated Ashley is extremely great at strategizing and negotiating with others which allows the clients to achieve their goals. Her beautiful spirit and incredible depth of knowledge combined with an amazing work ethic make her an outstanding addition to our award-winning SEV Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty team.
Cathy Green, Managing Broker

October 14, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Karine Icher

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor, Karine Icher to the Pinnacle Peak Office. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate.

I’m excited to start my career in real estate with RLSIR. Coming from the golf world as an LPGA player for 15y, I’m looking to use all the skills and dedication I learned in sport to help my clients. And if I can add 1 or 2 tips on the golf course, let’s mix in the fun
Karine Icher

Born and raised in France, as a kid, Karine Icherrapidly fell in love with Golf and was fortunate to turn pro at the age of 21 and make a living. She spent her time studying and playing Golf at the highest amateur level as a teenager.

After winning the world team championship in Germany, Karine was ready to explore the world and join the Ladies European Tour. She played in Europe for four years, won 6 titles, and dreamed about the LPGA. She then got her full card in 2005 and played on the LPGA for 15 years. Karine was selected on the European Solheim Cup team 4 times, played in the Olympics in Rio in 2016, and was the French leader for many years. After competing in 354 tournaments on the LPGA, it was time for Karine to close that book and open a new one.

Karine now looks to use all the skills she learned in sport in real estate. Helping people achieve their dreams and goals is what drove her throughout the years

We are excited to welcome Karine Icher to our Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty sales team at the Pinnacle Peak Office. I know she will be a great asset to our office and will do a great job representing her clients.
Managing Broker, Kevin Gonzales.

June 25, 2022 by Alexandra Baum

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