I am a native of Massachusetts where I graduated form Bentley University with a degree in Accounting. After a lengthily stop in Minnesota, I moved to Palm Springs in 1998. Palm Springs is a real HOME; I have loved it here from the first time I came here. EXPERIENCE During my career I held audit, accounting and financial positions in the transportation, construction and data communications industries. Prior to a career change to the real estate profession I operated a financial planning practice for one of the nation’s premier financial firms. My background in finance, goal oriented client service and operating my own business give me a unique perspective to the professional real estate business. HOBBIES AND INTERESTS I enjoy reading, photography, traveling to Europe and, when I can find a quiet lake, canoeing. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO YOU AS MY CLIENT First off, you are a client, not a customer. There is a difference. As my client, I have a fiduciary responsibility to represent you in a professional and honest manner in your real estate transaction. Your goals and objectives are important and I will do my best to meet them. I will be sure that you have an understanding of the buying/selling process; how we are progressing through the various steps in the process and that I answer all of your questions in a timely manner. With my financial background I tend to be more conservative and cautious in any sale or purchase. Yes, the Twilight Blue carpet is nice; but, in the background I am always thinking, does this transaction make sense financially. Do you have enough ready cash available to close the transaction? Will you really be able to afford the

Richard Gariepy
REALTOR
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Richard Gariepy
MY SPECIALTIES
Architecturally Significant Homes • Country Club Estates • Golf CommunitiesLuxury Properties • Mid-Century Modern • Old Hollywood HomesTennis Communities