About Patricia Owen

I bring my background and experiences to my real estate business and can serve you better because of them. Specifically, because of my community involvement, my hands-on experience in the school system and on the UNC campus, I am able to offer guidance in the areas of education, tapping into interests and opportunities in finding your roots here. In addition, with a first full career in Information Technology, I am completely at home with the range of technologies that drive current marketing strategies. My studies in Communications is a plus when listening to your housing needs, negotiating offers, and advocating for you. With designations as a Certified International Property Specialist, and Strategic Listing Specialist, I have strong networks to best position and market homes for sellers and to navigate and succeed in a competitive market for buyers.

Working with developers, builders, architects on new projects is a special interest. Advising and marketing longer terms projects has provided irreplaceable experience in construction planning, processes, and marketing.

I have long been an advocate for education. From pre-school boards, UNC Childcare Advisory Board, School Improvement Team (McDougle Elementary), 3rd grade Reading Volunteer, active PTA membership, and classroom support. Educational support and advocacy has been a long term.

I have been lucky to spend time every year in France with my husband and our family caring for properties there. In doing so, I have developed a sharp eye for quality and care of all kinds of homes while working on everything from mixing cement and building walls, to staining, sanding, sealing, painting, plastering and landscaping. When a job is more than we can do ourselves, I know how to find and connect with someone who does. Now with CIPS designation, I have extensive knowledge in global transactions, including: Currency issues, Financing, Visa and tax laws and have always developing resources for buyers and sellers with international interests or backgrounds.

For fun, I have a deep love of and have been an active member of the Argentine Tango community, including as a beginning teacher. On the weekends you can often find me with my family in the woods, walking, hiking and sometimes riding unicycles, too.

With a breadth of experience, knowledge, and skills, I can tailor your real estate experience, buying or selling, tuned to your specific needs and style.