Arica was born and raised in Huerfano County and has a deep sense of respect for the land and the way of life in Southern Colorado. Arica graduated from John Mall High School in Walsenburg and then moved to Boulder, where she obtained a BA in Business Management with an emphasis in Real Estate from the University of Colorado. Throughout college, she worked as a mortgage broker assistant, and upon graduation in 2007, she became a licensed broker associate at Coldwell Banker, one of the leading real estate brokerages in Boulder, CO.

Although Arica was fortunate enough to have a great deal of success as a realtor in Denver and Boulder, she felt something was missing. She decided to take a leap of faith and move back to Southern Colorado, as this is where her heart resided. Upon her return, she worked as a manager for a large corporation that offered durable medical equipment throughout Southern Colorado. Arica learned a great deal about managing other employees, financial accounting, human resources, marketing, and the overall skills necessary to operate a successful business. She was then promoted to a Sales Representative position, where she traveled all over Southern Colorado, meeting with physicians and promoting the business and equipment offered. Through these travels, Arica often thought about real estate and how passionate she was about helping others find their little piece of heaven, just as she had found her serenity in the quaint town of La Veta, Colorado.

Arica then decided to join the fine group at Capture Colorado, where she learned about Real Estate in Southern Colorado and how it differs from Northern Colorado. Arica immediately found great success, as she was the top producer in the company and among the top 10 producers in Huerfano County in 2015, closing over $4.7 million in sales with 34 successful transactions. With this success, she decided to spread her wings and open her own brokerage firm and has steadily continued her success, which was shown in 2016 when she was named “The Broker of the Year” and in 2017 when she was given the title of “The Top Producer” in Huerfano County with over $11,000,000 in personal sales and $21,000,000 as a company.

In 2018, Arica was named one of the “10 Best Real Estate Agents in Colorado” by the American Institute of Real Estate Agents. In 2019, Arica served as the Spanish Peaks MLS President. From 2019-2021, Arica served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Pueblo Association of Realtors. In 2020, Arica received the prestigious designation of ALC (Accredited Land Consultant) which places her amongst the elite 44 brokers in the State of Colorado to hold this designation out of the 44,0000 licensed brokers in the state.

In 2021 Arica served as a member of the Colorado Association of Realtors Grievance Committee amongst a variety of other county boards, committees, and volunteer efforts. In early 2022, Arica received recognition from USA TODAY as one of the “Top 10 Real Estate experts to follow in 2022”. In 7 short years, Arica led her team to unprecedented numbers for the region, closing over 3,184 transactions, which has attributed to over $552,000,000 in closed sales dollars. 2024 is already off to the best start yet, thanks to the dedicated team of brokers and support staff at Code of the West Real Estate and with the guidance of Arica and her leadership!

Amongst these many successes, Arica’s true passion for management and teaching others how to find similar success persisted and she is honored to say Code of the West now employs 60+ local community members and is consistently adding new positions. Every individual who works for Code of the West Real Estate strives to better the community in which they live and has found success while doing so.

Arica is the owner and managing broker of the Code of West Real Estate and volunteers a great deal of her time in order to benefit her community. As proof of Arica’s dedication to her community, she was elected by an overwhelming majority in 2020 to serve as a Huerfano County Commissioner for a 4 year term. More than anything, Arica is a wife and proud mother of two boys, Jhett Willis, and Madix Don Andreatta. As an avid outdoorswoman, Arica and her family have a deep sense of passion and respect for the land and enjoy spending their free time exploring Colorado and working on their La Veta Cattle Ranch.

Learn More: https://www.cotwrealestate.com

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Brian Wilbur is a dedicated marine with a passion for financial education and strategic planning. His professional journey began in the insurance industry, where he honed his skills and expertise. However, it was his discovery of reverse mortgages that truly captivated him. Brian fell in love with the product and its potential to empower clients to achieve their financial goals.

Currently, Brian thrives on educating realtors and financial advisors about the strategic utilization of reverse mortgages. He believes in the transformative impact these financial tools can have on clients’ lives, guiding professionals to effectively integrate them into comprehensive financial strategies.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Brian loves 4-wheeling, camping, sailing, and being with his family.

Learn More: https://www.BingoReverseMortgage.com

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Born and raised in Vail, Brooke has witnessed a small ski town grow into a world-class resort. She is very familiar with the history, lifestyle, and ski areas across the Vail Valley. After high school, she left the Vail Valley to earn a degree in International Relations from Franklin College Switzerland. Post college, she spent 2 ½ years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Asuncion, Paraguay. She is fluent in both Spanish and German. Her travels have taken her to over 50 countries, but Vail is her home and she is eager to make it your home as well!

Her vast knowledge of the area coupled with her international experience allows her to assist all local, second home-owner, and international clientele alike. She recently earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s Million Dollar Guild Recognition for experience, knowledge, and expertise in million-dollar and above residential properties. She is also a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist! That puts her in an exclusive group of Real Estate professionals who have completed The Institute’s training and have a proven performance in the upper-tier market. When Brooke is not busy marketing luxury listings, she enjoys all the outdoor fun Vail provides –she is currently learning to play golf. She is an avid skier and hiker-she revels in all the activities the Rocky Mountains offer. Brooke enjoys spending time with her two young children and husband, Brett Gagnon, who is a PGA golf pro and an instructor at Beaver Creek Ski School. She has participated in over $165M in transactions representing all types of Real Estate across the valley floor. She is honored to be recognized consistently as a top producer by the Vail Board of Realtors for closed contracts, and she strives to put the “extra” in extraordinary.

Learn more: https://www.YourVailHome.com

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With over 25 years of experience and over 4,000 transactions, Curt Stinson leads the most dynamic team in Tucson and is an expert at closing deals. 2018 Arizona Daily Star Reader’s Choice Award “Best Real Estate Team”, 2013, 2014, & 2015 Double Diamond Award, 2013 Top 100 Units award, 2015 Double Diamond award-Realty Executives International. Curt Stinson sold over 200 homes in 2016 & for the past 24 years, his team has been consistently one of the top teams in the Tucson area!

Learn more: https://tucson.evrealestate.com/

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Co-founder, Owner & Chief Sales Executive of Lopez & Lopez, REALTORS®, Owner Operator www.MLSListing.net, full-time Real Estate Agent, long-term cash flow rental investor, Fix & Flip analytics coach, Independent Team Owner, Real Estate & lending coach/mentor/leader, Entrepreneurial Consultant & outside-of-the-box mentality enthusiast.

Focused on personal client relationships with and eager will to creative investing within Residential Resale Properties, Tyler is creating and implementing the “second sale” within Real Estate, alongside the “Client for Life” philosophy. Featured in Apple News & GritDaily’s Top 10 Real Estate Agents Arizona, MSBA Service Firm Of The Year 2023, Tucson Real Producer’s Spotlight Cover Feature 2020 & 2023, America’s Best Real Estate Professionals For Arizona Teams by RealTrends.com, graduate of the CORE Training, INC, ranked “10 Best Real Estate Agents” in Arizona 5 years in a row from RisMedia, & part of the coveted Circle of 1926 Platinum Level within his resale company @ Long Realty Companies for 5 consecutive years. Common introductions from Tyler will include “To provide everything you didn’t know you needed” within all aspects of Real Estate, mentoring, & personal development.

Tyler’s “Why: To be paid for he knows and not what he does.
Lopez & Lopez, REALTORS® Mission Statement: Investing in the future of our clients through giving, grace, & gratitude.
Career Sales Volume: +$300,000,000 through 2023.

Graduate from The University of Arizona in Business Management, Communication, & Latin American Studies, while spending 12+ years in the Hospitality Industry. Amassing over 1,250 career transaction sides, Tyler’s credibility, and expertise overflows well over volume alone. By Leveraging critical knowledge in Real Estate, he continues to propel his sales team into the top-ranked agents nationally, let alone Arizona.

Additional accolades include Top Contributing Sales Agent for Long Realty 2018-Present, Vice President Of The Executive Council within the company, 2020, 2021, & 2022 Best Property Buying & Selling Agency from Build.com, Americas Best Real Estate Teams Arizona 2022, Zillow, UpNest, Homelight, & Top 10 Real Estate Agents In Arizona Published by Apple News & Grit Daily 2023.

Learn more: https://www.mlslisting.net/


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Welcome to the world of Jina St James, where real estate isn’t just a job – it’s an adventure in the wilds of Colorado Springs! With over a decade of taming the real estate market under her belt, Jina’s not just a seasoned pro; she’s a real estate ninja, slicing through the complexities of buying and selling homes with the precision of a samurai and the grace of a ballet dancer.

Picture this: 15 years ago, Jina leaped into the real estate jungle, armed with nothing but her wits and an unbreakable determination. Fast forward to today, and she’s the Indiana Jones of New Home Sales, uncovering hidden gems and leading families to their dream homes like a modern-day treasure hunter.

Her battle cry? “You dream it, I unearth it.” And she’s not just talking the talk. Jina’s love for this real estate rodeo is as real as the Colorado mountains – and just as majestic.

But hold onto your hats, because there’s more! Jina’s not just a wizard with New Builds; she’s a real estate polymath, juggling negotiations, marketing, and team coaching with the finesse of a seasoned circus performer. She’s not just playing the game; she’s rewriting the rulebook.

Her magic potion? A ‘check every box’ attitude mixed with a soothing, persuasive charm that turns the nerve-wracking journey of buying or selling a house into a joyride in a convertible. And her community spirit? It’s like she’s the Dumbledore of real estate, mentoring the next generation of property prodigies.

And let’s not forget her superhero alter ego: a 22-year veteran in the marathon of marriage and a mom to a mini-army of six. Jina’s driven by a ‘reach for the stars’ philosophy, proving that you can indeed have your cake and eat it too – and in her case, probably sell the bakery as well!

So, if you’re in the market and looking for a real estate experience that’s as thrilling as a blockbuster action movie but smooth as a spa retreat, call Jina St James. She’s not just selling homes; she’s leading a crusade to find your kingdom!



Learn more: https://www.stjamesteam.com/

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Nothing is more exciting to Brad than the gratifying feeling of helping people meet their real estate needs. People can count on Brad to always do what’s in their best interest. He prides himself on being honest, trustworthy, and knowledgeable in the real estate market. He knows how important it is to find their dream home or get the best offer for your property. Therefore Brad makes it his responsibility to help people achieve those goals.

Brad offers professional service, reliable information, and sensible advice regarding acquisition, selling, contract management, marketing, and financial strategy. He works with several types of clients and is personally an active investor in residential real estate in various parts of the country. Valuation and negotiation skills are used to protect his client’s interests. As a member of the South Metro Denver Realtor Association, Colorado Association of Realtors, and National Association of Realtors, Brad adheres to a code of ethics.

He first received his license in 1999 and earned his Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) in 2004 and GRI in 2021. These designations require advanced training and at least 75 transactions (He has 400+). Brad holds a degree in Finance and follows economic reports and trends closely. As a long-time Douglas/Arapahoe County resident, he has experienced the cycles of the real estate market. Blessed to have found a good wife, he is a father, brother, skier, golfer, investor, homeowner, landlord, and traveler.

Whether people are experienced investors or first-time buyers, Brad can help people find the property of their dreams. Please feel free to browse his website or let him guide them every step of the way.

Learn more:
https://bradhancockrealestate.com/

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At Huntington, we’re committed to doing the right thing for our customers. He has been a Mortgage Loan Officer since 2020 and has helped many individuals and families purchase and refinance their homes. He offers an array of conventional and government-backed loans including FHA, VA, and USDA. Huntington is also known for a variety of products that help with down payment assistance or reduced closing costs.

Justin is proud to serve the Denver communities.
Huntington helps put his homeownership goals within reach. You can count on them to be there, every step of the way.

Learn more:

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David Williams brings nearly forty years of knowledge, leadership, and home financing expertise to his role as Senior Loan Officer at Highlands Residential Mortgage. David’s experience in the mortgage industry spans decades; from loan origination to branch management and sales management, all the way to executive roles in regional and national loan production. He was recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Mortgage Executives in America by Mortgage Executive Magazine in 2013, 2014, and 2015.

He has been a student, coach, and facilitator of the IMP/Integrative Mastery Program, mastering and training the IMP Principles for the last 20 years. He has also completed Jack Canfield’s Train the Trainer Program to further enhance his leadership, training and coaching skills.

David says, After 18 years in management, I am excited to return to personal production because of my love for people and helping them achieve their dream of home ownership.” He continues, “My position will allow me to use my leadership and relationship-building skills to help customers, both here in Colorado and across the country. Highlands is such a well-respected company in the industry – I’m glad I can help my clients get the homes they want, and to make a positive difference in the world every day.

When he’s not working, David enjoys spending time with family and grandchildren, hiking, biking, and driving his cars.

Learn more:

https://www.highlandsmortgage.com/agents/dave-williams/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrwilliams01/
https://www.facebook.com/DavidRWilliamsHomeLoans/

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Her goal is to make your mortgage loan experience heartfelt and ensure all home loan options are presented. Her mortgage services and expertise are offered in many states. She works with First-Time Home buyers to Savvy Home Investors earning confidence and trust through exemplary actions and communication. The entire loan process is completed within her branch office and always provides mortgage closing funds at least a day before the closing date. Dawn’s greatest attribute recognized by her clients is my ability to identify a loan product that will maximize their lending possibilities. Dawn educates clients throughout the loan process and works with high standards of ethics and professional courtesy. Her passion as a mortgage originator is to provide a service with a successful result – Close on time!

Learn more:
http://morinhomeloans.com/

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