Betsy sells Venice - both in real estate and as a way of life. A resident since 1980 and a Realtor since 1989, she knows the community intimately which enables her to better serve sellers and buyers.
Betsy excels at catering to the individual needs and requirements of her sellers and buyers. She is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and upholding professional standards. Her perseverance and determination work to benefit her clients in strong negotiation skills and successfully closed transactions.
Betsy's extensive marketing background from years of experience in the New York and Los Angeles garment industries is an asset when dealing with Venice's diverse neighborhoods. Each has a distinct personality.
Highly respected in the real estate industry, Betsy has served as Treasurer and Local Government Relations Chairperson of the Venice/Marina Board of Realtors, was awarded the Challenge Cup for her service to the Board and the Venice-of-America award for her service to the Venice community. She is a member of the Los Angeles Board of Realtors, the California Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.
Who can say it better than a satisfied client? Betty Johnson (e-mail - puamanabj@aol.com) a Venice seller - "I want to thank you so very much for following through on things and just being a very special person. If you ever need a reference think of me. My dealings with realtors in the past have not been good."
Knowledge is power and Betsy strives to further her real estate education beyond the basics and to learn about current trends.
... One of the first recipients of the National Association of Realtor’s e-Pro designation, this program certifies real estate professionals as Internet Professionals in order to communicate effectively with the online consumer.
... One of the first recipients in the Los Angeles area of the National Association of Realtor’s SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designation, this program focuses on the real estate needs of home sellers and buyers aged 50 and over.
... One of the first recipients in the Los Angeles area of the EcoBroker designation, this training helps to address the newest topics in real estate, such as "green" home certification programs like Energy Star® Qualified Homes, energy-efficiency, and sustainable design.
In addition to her dog and gardening, Betsy's hobbies revolve around her Venice activities. She loves being part of the community and playing a role in its future. It gives her great pleasure to impart her enthusiasm to clients who also appreciate Venice's diversity and eclecticism.
Betsy believes in volunteering for her community. Some of her involvement has included:
Venice Chamber of Commerce Board Member
Venice Historical Society President
Venice Art Walk Steering Committee Member
Venice Architectural Tour Co-chair
Appointee to the Venice Community Planning Committee
Because Betsy is interested in making her environment a safer place to live and work, she also has volunteered for the Los Angeles Police Department. Her involvement has included:
Pacific Area Booster Member
Neighborhood Block Captain
Pacific Area Crisis Response Team Member
Newton Area Booster President and Treasurer
Newton Area Community Police Advisory Board Member
Always looking for ways to support the Venice community, Betsy contributes to its wealth of social agencies - including Neighborhood Youth Association, St. Joseph Center, Venice Arts, Venice Boys and Girls Club, Venice Family Clinic and Venice Community Housing Corporation.
Venice is an incredible community in the sense that the majority of residents work very hard to make it a better place. Call Betsy to learn more about Venice from the "Venice Specialist."