Joe Ward

Joe Ward is the captain of our team, using his 25 years of
experience to guide the team into one successful year after
another. Annual awards and countless accolades reflect the
team’s top ranking. However, it is the personal service,
attention to detail, and desire to help buyers and sellers that
make the team truly successful. Performance is the best yard
stick to measure success and Joe’s results are being measured
every day. He has worked hard to develop the right team to
do the best job for you. “Real Estate is a personal service
business. Don’t hire a company …. hire a person!”

Preston Miller, a Raleigh resident since 1981, joined the Joe
Ward team in 2002. After attending NC State University,
Preston received his MBA from Pfeiffer University in
Marketing and Finance. He owned and operated Miller’s Ace
Hardware for 12 years before joining the team. He brings with
him an extensive knowledge of home construction and business experience along
with his desire to help his clients achieve their dreams of home ownership. “As
managing partner it is my job to make sure “it” happens .. whatever “it” maybe.”

Sandra Howe, is a Raleigh native who loves calling North Carolina home. Born
and raised in Raleigh, she knows this is the best place to live. She developed a
passion for real estate over 15 years ago and continues to work hard pursuing
listings and home buyers. She has worked independently and on a mega team
before joining the Joe Ward team in 2005 and fines that a small team allows her to
focus herself on her clients and their needs. She is honest, hardworking, and she
loves real estate. She is a graduate of the real estate
institute and is certified in new homes sales. “Real
Estate is very rewarding and I look forward to helping
all my client’s attain their homeownership dreams”

Debra Geer joined the Joe Ward team as the Closing
Coordinator in 2006. She is also an ASP Master Stager
and brings a wealth of knowledge to the Joe Ward team
in preparing a home for sale. Her previous experience
in customer service, office administration and
eagerness to help have proven valuable to the team. “I
want to help you accomplish the goal of SOLD!!!”

WHAT…..we can do for you

Now that you know who we are you probably want to know how this information will benefit you
in selling your home and what we can do for you.

The Joe Ward team offers full time staff to get you through every step of the selling process
efficiently and successfully.

Listing and Marketing Coordinator – Preston Miller’s experience in the real estate industry and
in marketing provides you with exceptional customer service. Within 48 hours of listing your
home he is off and running, creating flyers with professional color photos, special features and
information that buyers want to know; scheduling advertising in the News & Observer; uploading
photos, creating custom text, adding headlines and scrolling banners on Realtor.com; and
scheduling virtual tours. Preston does more than enter your home into the Multiple Listing Service
He markets your home so that it stands head and shoulders above the rest. Communication
is key and each week Preston sends you a detailed report of all showings, feedback and details
about his marketing efforts. He is always available to discuss any thoughts or concerns you may
have.

Closing Coordinator – Debra Geer has many years of administrative and customer service experience.
Once your home is sold she will lead the way to the closing table. She is a vital key to
making it all happen from signing the Offer to Purchase to signing the Deed; and Debra’s professionalism
and knowledge of the process will get you there successfully. The Closing process relies
heavily on communication between the Buyer’s Agent and Seller and having Debra available full
time assures that is no breakdown. In addition to scheduling inspections, handling repairs, and
keeping it all organized, it is her job to look out for your best interest.

Buyer’s Agents – the Joe Ward team wouldn’t be complete without a staff of agents to show and
sell your home. They each have their own personal sphere of friends, colleagues and current buyers
they bring to the table increasing your chances of showings and a sale. Having Three agents in
house assures that no call or lead will go unanswered. Someone is always ready to show and sell
your home.

When you add all these factors together you get impeccable customer service from a
knowledgeable and experienced staff who are working for you!

Lifetime Achievement Re/Max
10 years of Re/Max production awards
1000's of Homes SOLD!

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