About Me

Issaquah Business Person of the Year           


  








Joan Probala with Windermere Real Estate/East, Inc has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS (NAR's) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.

Joan achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically for REALTORS.  The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country: ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of green homes and buildings and issues of sustainability in relation to real estate.

More specifically, Joan was trained in understanding what makes a property green, helping clients evaluate the cost /benefits of green building features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and helping consumers see a property's green potential.

As a NAR Green Designee, Joan has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted resource for Issaquah. 

The New Traditional Transaction

I was one of the first agents nationwide to receive the training to receive the designation of SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource) Short sales and foreclosures are the new �traditional� real estate transaction. Knowing how to help sellers maneuverthe complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities are not merely good skills to have in today's market they are crucial.

As a professional real estate agent, my responsibility goes much further than just finding the right house. I have to know what is happening around that house so that your investment can be protected. To do that, I maintain a knowledge of the area. I have been President of the Issaquah Chamber of Commerce and presently sit on the Planning Policy Commission. I work directly with the city, the legislature and the school district. I know the transportation plan, the rules and regulations that could prohibit utilization of your property, planned development for the area and the benefits of each area or subdivision. I have been honored as Issaquah Business Person of the year, and have received awards from the Association of Realtors. I am committed to my clients and work hard to get them any information that will help them make the right decision.

I am committed to my community and work hard to maintain the desirability of the place I call HOME and to protect your investment.

Personal experience

Over 30 years of experience in the construction, real estate and sales industries makes a difference in the quality of service you will receive. As a 30 yr. Issaquah resident, I really understand the Issaquah/Eastside market. When I sit down to discuss your housing needs - or review my comprehensive, written marketing plan to help sell your home - I bring with me a complete knowledge of the community and the changing market conditions.

Commitment

   
Windermere's reputation, as well as my own, rests on the sale or purchase of your home. My involvement begins early - with the Market Preparation Guide with recommendations that can help your home sell faster and for more money - and this service continues throughout the sales process with detailed feedback after each showing. When purchasing , I keep you abreast of the newest listings coming on the market that meet your needs on a daily basis.

Commitment...

        to my Clients and to my Community

I maintain an extensive knowledge of the area by being actively involved in the workings of the community.

Past President - Kiwanis Club of Issaquah

Planning Policy Commission, Vice Chair

Arts Commission, Chair

Sister Cities Commission

Citizen Advisory - Sammamish State Park

Citizen Advisory - Swedish Hospital

Personal advantage

   
I believe you deserve personal service and attention. You're making the biggest investment of your life and you should expect the experience, professionalism and commitment of a Realtor® dedicated to providing you with superior service.