Alicia Jansen Pennington

I was born and raised in Bellingham, WA in a large and entrepreneurial family.  My father is a World War II veteran who started his first construction company postwar at the age of 20.  I’m the youngest of seven children, and Dad inspired us with his can-do attitude, vision, and his focus on cultivating good relationships in the community.  Most of us started our own businesses and remain in Whatcom county, and Dad is still going to the office daily in his mid-90s! I was born and raised in Bellingham, WA in a large and entrepreneurial family.   My father is a World War II veteran who started his first construction company postwar at the age of 20. I’m the youngest of seven children, and Dad inspired us with his can-do attitude, vision, and his focus on cultivating good relationships in the community. Most of us started our own businesses and remain in Whatcom county, and Dad is still going to the office daily in his mid-90s! Following in the family spirit of entrepreneurship and focusing on raising my kids, I decided to pursue a full-time Real Estate career in 2018.

I am grateful to live and be rooted in this corner of the world. The northwest provides all of my favorite environments. I never have to choose between the mountains and lakes, the ocean front or the islands, because we have it all right here. We are blessed abundantly with nature, and I’ve always loved getting out and exploring all that the northwest has to offer. When I’m not working, I enjoy painting, playing my piano and taking my children to the beaches to search for agates. I am grateful to be surrounded by my large network of family. We all work hard and play hard. 

Representation

I take pride in offering high-caliber full-service residential real estate expertise. My clients are my top priority, and I focus on delivering the best possible results for them.

Expertise

The real estate market is hyperlocal, seasonal and temperamental—in other words, it can change on a dime. Technology has made information more accessible to everyone, but it can be difficult to keep up with recent events that affect home values. The benefits of working with a licensed real estate professional go far beyond what a mobile app, online video, or website can do.

I provide my clients with information on market seasonality and information relevant to what is happening in their specific neighborhood. This customized analysis includes recent comparable sales that factor into an offer and acceptance strategy.

Negotiations

Successful negotiations help move a conversation forward and transform the process into an agreement that’s a win for all parties. Negotiation is not only a skill, but a mindset. I keep my clients’ best interests top of mind as I negotiate on their behalf. 

Transactional Excellence

I am dedicated to transactional excellence for every listing and sale. What this means for you is that I oversee every detail of the real estate transaction. The transaction is far from over once an offer has been accepted. I monitor inspections, appraisals, title, escrow and loan processes. Communication and collaboration with all the partners and parties involved with the transaction ensures a smooth and timely closing. I am committed to my clients before, during and after a sale.