About Carol

A Reputation for Outstanding Service

I offer a special combination of skills to buyers and sellers alike.  First of all, I'm a good "listener", who hears your comments and needs, and answers them quickly.  Second, I am an excellent communicators, who keeps you informed about what's going on.  Third, I am experienced, with over 16 years as a full-time, active Realtor.  Lastly, my negotiating skills are top-notch, which enables me to bring you the results you wish and need.  

Carol's Resume - A Lifetime of Marketing Experience

Over 16 highly successful years in real estate sales. Plus, 15 years of business management experience, specializing in sales promotion, advertising, and marketing.

November, 2004 - DBL Realtors acquired by Sotheby's International Realty - We still have the same top quality management and independence that we enjoyed while we were DBL Realtors.  As a result, we have remained the premiere real estate brokerage firm in Pasadena.  

July, 2004 - Earned Real Estate Broker's License, became Broker Associate

1999 - DBL Realtors - Joined DBL after Podley Caughey & Doan was acquired by Coldwell Banker.  Wanted to be affiliated with a firm where I would be able to continue to provide you with the finest possible representation of your interests. I also wanted to be able continue to offer you top quality, fairly priced, and independent escrow, title, and other service providers. (At DBL, we had the freedom to choose the best services companies for our clients needs, regardless of their affiliation with our company.)

1993 - 1999 Podley Caughey & Doan Realtors
Asked to join top Pasadena real estate firm because of my expertise and success in selling homes in Northeast Pasadena. Agency purchased by Coldwell Banker in August, 1999.

1988 - 1993 Jim Dickson Realtors
1992 Platinum Club Member (highest award category)
1991 Silver Club Member (third highest award category)
Four-time winner of Agent of the Month award
Eight-time winner of Outstanding Performance award

1986 - 1988 Bon Appetit Magazine - Circulation Director
1985 - 1986 GEMCO Department Stores - Advertising & Sales Promotion Director
1983 - 1985 Wallpapers to go - Advertising & Sales Promotion Director
1979 - 1983 Liberty House of California - Advertising & Sales Promotion Director
1969 - 1979 May Company California - Advertising Director

Education:
GRI (Graduate, Real Estate Institute), 2000
CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), 1998

UCLA, Bachelor of Arts, Pre-Social Welfare, 1969

Personal: Pasadena resident since 1986; married to Warren; two sons (Ryan and Daniel);
three "rescue" dogs "Benson", "Annie", and "Gracie"; and a multitude of tropical fish (most, but not all, un-named).
Hobbies include coffee roasting, bowling, and learning guitar (lots of rock n' roll, and Eric Clapton).