Thomas Wolfe was wrong; you CAN come home again. That’s what real estate professional, Paulette Childers knows for a fact.
Paulette’s childhood was involved with real estate. Her mother owned and operated a highly successful real estate company in Waynesville during most of Paulette’s growing up years. (And still does) Paulette often assisted with tasks in the office as a young girl. She graduated from Tuscola High School and then was on her way out into the world. She attended Western Carolina University and Appalachian State University. She traveled, lived in different cities and enjoyed wonderful experiences. But in her heart and soul she knew the mountains were like “a cuddly blanket” to her and her homeward journey began.
In 1992 she decided to get her real estate license at Coastal Carolina and her heart pulled her back to her home place of Western North Carolina. She realized she could meld her overwhelming love of the area with a successful real estate career. Paulette feels there is no better way to connect with the natural beauty and splendor of WNC than running at beautiful Lake Junaluska as she does regularly. Running has been a passion for her since she was fifteen years old. She also admits to being an ardent animal lover which is a good thing for the four stray cats she nurtured back to health and now owns.
Paulette is “on the run” in several other ways also. Besides the demands of her highly successful real estate business she devotes herself unselfishly to her community. She is a graduate and Past President of Leadership Haywood Alumni; a Haywood County partnership with UNCA and Leadership Asheville. She has also been a “Big Sister” in the past.
She is equally dedicated to her professional organization as a member of the Haywood County Board of REALTORS. She served as President of Haywood County Board of REALTORS in 2008 and was voted REALTOR of the
year 2008 by her piers. She has worked for her state association as well, serving as Secretary for the North Carolina Association of REALTORS (NCAR) Legislative Political Affairs Committee and now serving as Chair for the NCAR Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity Committee. Career achievements in 2006 include being awarded the Certified Residential Specialist Designation (CRS), by the Council of Residential Specialists. Only 35,000 REALTORS nationwide have earned the credential. She was also chosen to be a participant in NCAR Leadership Academy 2007. This is a highly competitive leadership development program for members of the NCAR. Each year, only 12 REALTORS® from across North Carolina are selected to participate in this annual program.
Paulette brings a lifetime of area knowledge and years of experience in the industry to guide her clients in making sound decisions. She has earned a reputation for her winning combination of expertise, friendly style and a desire to go “above and beyond” to serve her clients. Her favorite part of her career is establishing relationships with her clients that last well beyond the real estate transaction itself. Paulette believes that customer service is a way of life; not an afterthought or a slogan. PAULETTE’S CUSTOMERS SAY IT BEST:
-“Not only was Paulette extremely helpful, but I appreciated being helped by whomever was in when I called. Too often in business, we are told “I’ll give her the message,” and we are not taken care of when we need the help. Every contact I made resulted in answers. Paulette’s swift responses were great. Paulette was caring and interested in me as a person not just as a sale . She gave me directions to places and answers to questions totally unrelated to the sale of my home. When you come from out of town, you need license plates, maps, names of utilities, and a million other unrelated things. She was fantastic!”(A. Stressman/Canton)
-“Paulette is a wonderful person and a superb realtor. She made the whole experience easy and fun!” (P. Clark/Sylva, NC) -“This has been a most pleasant and worthwhile experience. I will gladly recommend your services to others. ….you were most understanding of my needs.” (F. Rhinehart/Lake Junaluska)
-“My realtor is a wonderful person who went beyond her normal responsibilities to find homes that met our tastes and expectations. I consider Ms. Childers not only as a business associate but a friend to our family as well.” (D. Baker/Waynesville)
-“Excellent. My realtor went out of her way to be helpful even in areas not relating to my home purchase.” (N. Fenton/Waynesville)
-“Excellent – great cooperation and untiring effort to find just the perfect home – wonderful attitude.” (J. and S. Cowan/Lake Toxaway)
-“Fantastic! The best service we have ever had with a realtor – Paulette went above the expectations of realtors responsibilities; she communicated very often and kept us aware of advertising and showings and even checked on our home for us during the winter while we were in Florida! You may use me as a reference anytime – we will also refer our friends to Paulette – thanks for a great job and a quick sale.” (R. Harris)
-“Very satisfied with the experience, excellent service. Paulette has been very patient in dealing with us and has kept us updated with developments as they happen. She has established an atmosphere of trust which I have not felt with some other realtors in the past.” (E.Buecker, Vale, NC)
-“Paulette made our search most enjoyable. She is an asset to Beverly-Hanks.” (D. Oehme/Vero Beach)
-“I am very satisfied with the service I received from Paulette. Very professional yet personal. Instantly liked Paulette and respect her opinion. I’m very happy with my experience with Beverly-Hanks and Paulette – highly recommend!” (R. Traynham/Clyde, NC)