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Name:Kelli Sheppe and Michael Fournier (46 Associations)
Company:Helen Adams Realty

Email:Contact Kelli Sheppe and Michael Fournier
Website URL:http://www.LivingCharlotte.com

Office Phone:(704) 541-9009
Cell Phone:(704) 533-2860
Fax Number:(866) 836-5974
Address:15235 - J John J Delaney Drive , Charlotte, NC, 28277
Description:Over 18 years providing exceptional service in the Charlotte area. Husband and wife team with 2 buyer agents and 2 full time staff working for you. Active members of Star Power and Cyberstars.ABR,ASP
 

About Us:

Before listing the credentials, describing the experience or hearing the philosophies of our team, first take a look at our numbers:

  • Leading the Charlotte market since 1987, our team has sold over 900 homes.
  • Last year, we sold 55.
  • In 2006, we will sell almost 100 homes, averaging one transaction every 4 days.
  • Nearly 1000 clients, prospects and fellow agents subscribe to our Charlotte Real Estate update which provides a variety of content including a regularly updated market analysis, a monthly podcast and a Charlotte Real Estate blog.
  • Our team has been the top producing team at Helen Adams Realty since 2004.

Kelli and Michael, known as The Living Charlotte Team since 2002, bring a unique blend of experience to the Charlotte Real Estate community. 

A graduate of the prestigious U.S. Naval Academy, and a 15 year veteran of the naval service and then corporate America, Michael comes from a background centered on leadership, technology and business.  He believes that by embracing the tools of technology we are able to provide our clients with quicker, more efficient and more personal service.  The Living Charlotte Team has always been on the leading edge of the Charlotte marketplace, delivering portable TREO based MLS services, podcasting, Real Estate blogging, streaming video and virtual assistants to their clients.  To subscribe to their Charlotte podcast visit either www.KelliSheppe.com or www.LivingCharlotte.com or directly via http://www.talkrealty.com/michaelfournier/.

Kelli brings to the team a more traditional background, building her business in the South Charlotte area since 1987. 

While it's hard not to notice her positive spirit and upbeat sense of humor, what really makes Kelli unforgettable is her style of business. Whether you're a buyer or seller, Kelli's unmatched dependability, enthusiasm and creativity provide you with the kind of service that makes for a worry-free transaction. She conducts her business with complete honesty, expertise and a no-nonsense attitude. While her relaxed style makes her easy to work with, Kelli lets you know right from the start that she means business.

Kelli is a tough negotiator when it comes to your best interests. Her considerable knowledge comes from over 16 years experience in real estate. Kelli is also a firm believer in continuing education, and she works hard to stay on top of the latest technology and marketing trends to better her business. But one of the traits that Kelli's clients appreciate most is the importance she places on integrity and frankness. Whether you're buying or selling a home, Kelli is completely open about what needs to be done to achieve her goals. From first-time homebuyers to retirees, many people seek out Kelli's services. Her reputation as a fantastic, results-driven agent are well known throughout the city.

Since combining forces, Kelli and Michael have added four other members to the team ~ a closing coordinator, two experienced buyer agents and a virtual assistant.  They are active members of several national organizations, including Howard Brinton's Star Power and Allen Hainge's CyberStars.  In fact, in the spring of 2006, the team was selected by one national organization to be the subject of a 25 minute video to showcase their systems, processes and client care procedures for a team training project.

Kelli and Michael combine a high touch personal service style with a business-minded approach to selling houses, that truly separates them in a crowded field of everyday Realtors. 

"The client's real question is, 'What do you, as a Realtor, do for me?'" Kelli says.  "Anybody can put a sign in your yard and list your house on the MLS. ...With us you truly realize that 'Experience isn't expensive...It's priceless!'"

Areas of Expertise:

The Living Charlotte Team has lived, worked and played in the South Charlotte area since 1987.  This is their backyard and they know it well.  The Team offers expertise from South Park to Waxhaw, covering areas such as Ballantyne, Providence Road, Weddington, Matthews and Fort Mill on a daily basis.  This area contains the 2nd and 3rd highest price per square foot zip codes in the Charlotte area and is noted for its excellent schools, middle to high end neighborhoods, abundance of Country Clubs with golf and tennis opportunities, convenient shopping and restaurants.

The Charlotte area is also home to two of the South's largest manmade lakes, Lake Wylie and Lake Norman.  Many of Kelli and Michael's clients own primary or secondary homes on the lake.  Kelli and Michael are intimately familiar with the waterfront marketplace and can assist any of your referrals with secondary homes on either lake.

With the addition of two buyer agents last year, The Living Charlotte Team has been able to provide buyer agent services throughout the Charlotte region, including Fort Mill and Tega Cay.

Testimonials:

I can not say enough about the Fournier / Sheppe team. Together they are quite skilled at assessing the value of a home. They tell it to you straight. They are able to harness the power of a vast network of professionals in this field in a way that maximizes your chances of selling your home quickly for the greatest value possible.

Stephen J. Campbell
Former SVP & Chief Information Officer
LendingTree

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We are so thankful for the leadership and expertise that you all had in helping us through both the house buying and selling process.

 

It can be an overwhelming process at times, and we really appreciate the work and preparation you did to make things go smoothly.

 

Roger and I both noticed the wonderful balance and compliment you are to each other- as a couple and as a team.  I appreciated Michael's patience and understanding as I was choosing a new home.  And Roger really appreciated Kelli's years of experience and no-nonsense negotiating.

 

You are a fabulous team and we were privileged to work with both of you.  We love our new home!

 

Thank you and many blessings to you both! 

Roger and Susan Gum

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As first-time home buyers, we were extremely nervous about the entire house purchase process.  Interest rates, closing costs, negotiating, taxes, and resale value, were all new concepts for us.  And on top of it all, we were new to the Charlotte area.  We really needed some hand-holding.

 

And that is exactly what Kelli gave us.

 

Every step of the way Kelli was there for us.  She showed us plenty of homes that met our criteria, she explained all phases of the process in detail, and she provided plenty of supporting material on her website.  Kelli put us at ease when we were confused, facilitated a smooth contract process, and recommended experienced professionals for everything from inspections to closing.

 

We couldn’t have hoped for a better first-time house buying experience, thanks to Kelli Sheppe.

 

Shannon and James Jensen

September 2004

We appreciate Kelli looking out for our home in THORNILL!  Her knowledge of our neighborhood and market trends allowed us to get more money for hour home than we thought possible.  We’d recommend her to everyone! – Joe & Carolyn Lamphier

We had been receiving mailings from Kelli about all her sales in the area.  We were so glad we called her first!  Her experience made a huge difference.  It was a smooth sale.- Mr. & Mrs. DavisKelli & Michael were great to work with.  A class act and would go above & beyond the call of duty.  – Joe Chiovera____________________________ Enjoyable experience, awesome people to work with!  Organized & prompt.  We have recommended many friends!  - Tony & Katie Molitor_____________________________Bank of  America recommended Kelli & Michael to us for our relocation needs with our move to Charlotte.  Michael was so patient w/us & our 2 children.  He was very informative & explained everything to us about the buying process.  We tell people all the time about what a great experience this team was.  – Shelly & Steve Ellis
Kelli was good at marketing & came recommended to use.  Buying & selling is a hard process.  Kelli & Michael made it as easy as possible.  They are a great balance (personalities) to work with.  We enjoyed both of them & their strengths.  – Brad Schumaker
The response from Michael via internet was very quick.  He understood our situation & went to work for us immediately.  Kelli & Michael’s determination and sincere efforts were outstanding  - Steve StognerBest Real Estate experience, due to Kelli & Michael compared to prior experiences with other firms.  Don’t change a thing guys – you are awesome!  - Lori & Jerry Exline
  We were glad they were negotiating for us…  not against us!  Exceptional negotiators.  – Tom & Connie Hines We transferred w/BOA & were delighted to work w/Kelli & Michael.  They were patient & extremely attentive to our needs.  Kelli was not pushy & was a tough negotiator.  – Asil & Michelle UlusoyWe just wanted to tell you how much we LOVE our home and our neighborhood and we owe it all to both of you.  When unexpected problems came up on the seller’s side, you went above and beyond to ensure that our best interests were protected.  We do not believe that everything would have worked out for us, as it did, if it had not been for all of your efforts.  Consequently, we tell everyone who will listen that you truly are “Charlotte’s Best Move!”  - Mat & Molly Wallace



  Kelli Sheppe & Michael Fournier are a big asset to Helen Adams.  I know you probably hear this a lot, but I’m telling you from a lot of experience with dealing with people they are a great team.  They both have their expertise areas and when they put things   together I would hate to be competing against this team.  Helen Adams would do well to praise this talented team whenever it could.  I would like a copy of this to go to Jeff Adams!  Thank you so much.  – James A. Shirley
    Our neighbor’s house sold quickly & we needed the same results.  We had our house listed w/another company for over a year.  Kelli told us exactly what to do to get our house ready to sell.  It worked.  Our home sold in a few days.  They were professional & fun to work with.  – Donna Baxter & Dee Rush 

We relocated with Bank of America & worked with Kelli & Michael.  Our home buying experience was very smooth.  They did a great job negotiating for us.  We love our house!  Thank you!  Thank you!  Thank you!  - Jon & Taunya Dahlbert



This transaction was an absolute nightmare!  Kelli & Michael went above & beyond the bounds of professionalism to get our home closed.  I think they are the best .  They did a great job under the most adverse circumstances.  – Connie & Jim Jarrett

We thoroughly enjoyed working with Kelli.  She is warm and personable but also tough when it comes to getting the most for her client. Kelli did an excellent job, and we will continue to recommend her to friends.   – Kristi & David Fowler
______________________________________It was a pleasure to work with Kelli again.  She worked hard for us to find a fantastic house.  She even called to see how the packing process was going in New Bern.  I would highly recommend Kelli to anyone buying or selling- Robin & Andy Ebert

Kelli & Michael were wonderful!  They are professional and knowledgeable and had an excellent marketing plan for selling our home.  They took care of all the details from listing to inspections to repairs to closing.  They made our selling experience easy.  We would definitely recommend them to anyone buying or selling a home!
- Jane Vittorio  
We are so thankful for the leadership and expertise of Kelli Sheppe and her partner, Michael Fournier!  They helped us through both the home buying and selling process. We appreciated Michael’s patience and understanding and Kelli’s years of experience and no-nonsense negotiating.  The work and preparation they did to make things go smoothly was phenomenal. What a fabulous team!  We were privileged to work with both of you.  We love our new home!  Thank you and many blessings to you both!  - Susan & Roger Gum  As first-time buyers, we were extremely nervous about the entire house purchase process.  Interest rates, closing costs, negotiating, taxes, and resale value, were all new concepts for us.  And on top of it all, we were new to the Charlotte area.  We really needed some hand-holding.  And that is exactly what Kelli gave us.  Every step of the way Kelli was there for us.  Kelli put us at ease when we were confused, facilitated a smooth contract process, and recommended experienced professionals for everything from inspections to closing.  We couldn’t have hoped for a better first-time house buying experience, thanks to Kelli.  – Shannon & James Jensen 
Michael, I just wanted to thank you for everything you’ve done for us.  It is a big relief to know I had someone there to take care of things.  I know Clarissa was nervous and I wasn’t really too secure with her going there by herself, but with  your help it set my mind at ease.  She said you were the best realtor she has ever seen.  She would call and tell me “he is awesome” she said you jump right in and ask questions and make thinks happen.  We will pass your name on to everyone we meet.  – Rob DeMeyer
 




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