A marketing professional for over two decades, Lori’s transition into real estate quickly took root and has led to many satisfied buyers and sellers. Known for her proactive approach, creative problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills, Lori provides exceptional, personalized service for all her customers. She takes great pride in carefully listening to the needs of her buyers and sellers, building relationships, and working relentlessly to negotiate the best possible deal on their behalf. A resident of Lakewood Ranch, she loves the region’s many activities – from beaches to shopping, and the arts, and navigating the Sarasota and Manatee markets with her customers.
Lori’s marketing prowess is built on 20 years’ experience working in client services, marketing strategy, and management roles. She enjoys applying her skill set on behalf of her real estate customers, whether creating or executing marketing plans, presenting properties in innovative ways, or managing a business. No matter the challenge, Lori brings her mix of optimism, dependability, and integrity to the table. With a passion for educating children, she was also Founder and Director of Explore Some More Children’s Museum, a non-profit organization that provides fun, hands-on learning exhibits and experiences to young children. She has a Bachelor’s degree in International Business from Florida State University.
Lori is originally from Rhode Island and has lived on the west coast of Florida for more than 30 years. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the beach, boating, travel, and spending time with family and friends.
30 Jun 2022
No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to...
01 Jun 2022
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%...
01 May 2022
Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of...
01 Apr 2022
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting...
01 Mar 2022
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars,...
01 Feb 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...
01 Jan 2022
Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August...
01 Dec 2021
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful,...
01 Nov 2021
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...
01 Oct 2021
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics...