Hello. MY name is Shakti Rodriguez and I am a proud resident of the state of North Carolina and of beautiful Wilkes County. Although I relocated to the area, I feel as if this is where I belong... this is what I was searching for, without even looking for it.

A native of South Florida, more specifically Miami, I grew up in the hustle and bustle; in essence BIG CITY life. I made my life there: professionally working for big companies such as Barnett Bank and the Miami Herald, a Knight Ridder Company. I attanded college and university there. I met my husband there and our daughter was born there... but the "there" I knew changed... as did I.

I/we were longing for a different quality of life without losing all the amenities we had been accustomed to. And guess what, we found it, here in Wilkes County.

No traffic, great schools, low real estate taxes and even lower property insurance, WONDERFUL people, gorgeous properties and so much more. Our "transition time" was 1 day. Our daughter is extremely happy. She has friends, gets to run around (SAFELY) in our (X-LARGE) backyard... We love the outdoors, hence, we love it here: camping, fishing, boating/jet skiing at the lake, hiking, state parks, riding out motorcycle on the Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing (3 ski resorts less than 1 hour away!) and riding horses in our OWN backyard.

I love shopping (I'll admit it). And everything I had in Miami I have here just a SHORT and scenic drive away. I tell people: It's TWICE THE DISTNCE, BUT HALF THE TIME. If I want a big mall (compared to Dadeland or Dolphin or Aventura), I am there in 35 minutes with all the same shops and restaurants. If I want to go to Marshalls or Target, Bed, Bad and Beyond, TJ Maxx... it's all there. Restaurants, I have here in town, but if I want PF Changs or Bonefish Grille or Cheesecake Factory.. all a short drive away. And I would not to those restaurants that often.

We have a 130-bed hospital in town, Wilkes Regional. Pharmacies. Doctors. Specialists. Veterinarians. Spas. Salons. Golf Courses. Art Galleries. Parks. Playhouses/Theatre. Movie Theater. Coffee shops. A community college, Wilkes Community College. Beautiful subdivisions. History. Restaurants. Public and private schools. And much more.

There are still many rural areas in the county... I was not used to that coming from a big city. But it is all so peaceful. Things here (in many places), have been the same for hundreds of years, and I appreciate that so much. People know eachothers name, and their kids and parents... and ask about them and.... There are high morals, it's very special. I longed for that and I am grateful that I can experience this and share it with my family.

BTW... We came ONLY for a vist, and ended up moving within 5 weeks. It was not "planned". I knew I wanted to go somewhere else, but I did not know where. WILKES COUNTY was and is that place.

If you are actively searching to relocate, I can help you. If you are looking for future retirement, I can help you. If you are searching for the beautiful secong home, family retreat or vacation home, I can help you. And if you are looking for investments or to purchase vacant land for development... I can help you.

I am here, just let me know what you need. My mobile number is: (336) 262-4077.

Thank you for visiting my site! And please visit: www.wilkesrealestate.net

I have been a multi-million dollar producer every year since my inception as a North Carolina Real Estate Broker. And I can honestly say, it is because the love of the industry. My primary clientele is working with buyers: all types of buyers - seasoned, first-time, investors... You learn so much about people when helping them to find that perfect property. You can anticipate their reactions, you in essence become a part of them for the life of the transaction reloationship. But after the sale has completed, I like to be involved in a small part of my clients lives. Most all call me to tell me little intricacies of the home, or to tell me what a great investment the purchase was... to me, all-in-all the profession is very altruistic.

I am still a buyer myself, and I believe that is what sets me apart from amny other agents. I personally expect a level of knowledge from the person representing me, I want a sense of security, dependability and trust from my agent and most of all a sense of urgency. This is what I offer all my clients, both buyers and sellers alike. Aside from the code of ethics that we are abide to, there are personal touches each one brings to the table, I make sure I always put my best assets forward and to work for my clients.

My area of expertise is the arae know as the Foothills, or Where the Mountains Begin, a.k.a. Wilkes County. This is what I fell in love with and this is what I know. I have helped several other clients, at their request, in other part of the state... but please look no further when looking for real estate anywhere in Wilkes County. And please visit my website at : http://www.wilkesrealestate.net. I keep it up-to-date, there is a free mls search and much area information, maps and photos.

Sincerely, Shakti. 

Use this section to write about your specific areas of expertise. Do you specialize in first time buyers - listing high end homes - etc. Are there specific market area's that you specialize in? The more you write about your area's of expertise the more knowledgeable you'll sound to a potential buyer or seller.

For these posts and all my personal posts, feel free to visit my bolg at my site a; www.wilkesrealestate.net/myblog  

I had the great pleasure of meeting and buying our vacation house in Wilkesboro, North Carolina from Shakti, she is very professional and we got a great price. Thanks Javier

Posted by Javier & Chary Pino on October 17th, 2007 1:46 PM

I purchased last year in the Blue Rudge Mountains between Boone and Wilkesboro. As a single, self employed mother of two, this decision was a bit ambitious on my part. I was very nervous ,but knew I was doing the right thing when I saw the value in this area. Beautiful homes, views and splendid surrounding areas. I am infatuated with Boone. I visit the theatre and have all my favorite haunts there. After a rather short search, I ended up buying the first house I had looked at. Shakti had told me it was perfect for me, and after making her show me 20 other houses, I selected the one she had picked for me. Live and learn. I got a great deal - a 2/2.5 in a gated mountain community with an enclosed deck and hikign trails . It is surrounded by five gorgeous acres that are mine. The house was only 3 years old. After a smooth closing, I cleaned up a bit (it was in excellent condition) and did some gardening. I was all alone that first trip and the peace made me happy to my core. I was not too scared that first night either after confirming bears had not been spotted on the moutain. Coming from Florida, I was thrilled to tap into my "pottery barn alter ego" and design a house for warmth and nature, rather than all that modernist stuff we have down here. I was probably a country girl i my last life , as nothing makes me as happy as strolling onto my deck with a cofee cup and surveying the rolling hills below me and beautiful mountains around me. Did I mention that it was also a great invesment? In between my visits, I lease it out for a few months at a time and it 100% pays for itself.

Posted by Yvette Betancourt on October 17th, 2007 6:04 PM

Shakti, so glad you started this Blog so all can read the good comments I am sure you will get from your clients, friends and family regarding this Beautiful place called Wilkesboro. My husband and I purchased land in Brushy Mountain a little over a year ago and we were so surprised of the beautiful place, nature,tranquility that we were ready to move from Miami,Florida. As a matter of fact, we are sort of getting ready our family to move to Wilkes County, the only thing holding us back is that our sons one a Sr. in H.S. & the other in College with scholarship so we feel it being selfish to make them change now, but as soon as they leave, we are OUT of MIAMI!!!!! I have nothing but compliments to the service provided by Shakti and Carolina Realty. Shakti is sweet, HONEST, and very professional, you will not go wrong choosing her as your agent and Wilkes County as your home. Good luck and GOD BLESS!

Posted by Dagmara on October 17th, 2007 8:35 PM

We live in Florida but vacation in the Blue Ridge Mountains a few weeks in summer and a few weeks in winter. The area has so much to offer. If you like the outdoors in the summer, Wilkes county offers a peaceful escape. This past summer my family enjoyed some quiet hiking time on our property. We also spent a few afternoons fishing and swimming at Kerr Scott lake. Our property is only a few minutes from the lake, the bait and tackle shop and nearby parks. Because it is centrally located, we are close to the ski resorts, restaurants and shops. Boone, Blowing Rock or the Parkway are all close by and easy to access because of the well maintained or relatively new roadways. I live and work in Florida but I leave my heart up there.

Posted by marcueto on October 17th, 2007 9:43 PM

We love our little cabin in the woods in Ronda, NC, which is in eastern Wilkes County. Shakti was a pleasure to work with; she got so excited for us every time we found a possiblity. Our son likes his middle school and the library here is great (OK, I work there)! So far we have found new and fun things to do in the area every weekend of the 9 months we've been here.

Posted by Jennifer and Davoren on October 18th, 2007 12:03 PM

Our realtor is not just a qualified professional or an exellent representative for our home buying needs. Our realtor is like a family member who is there when you need them and does more than is required in order to guarantee total satisfaction.

Posted by Mr & Mrs Smith on October 18th, 2007 4:22 PM

We moved to Davidson, NC, just north of Charlotte in August of 06 from Miami. Shakti was great and extremely patient with us. I basically had her showing us houses through out the whole state and she never complained! Five months after our search we finally found our home and Shakti made it happen for us! We love this area and we are truly blessed to be here.

Posted by Patty Ruiz on October 26th, 2007 7:14 PM

We had the pleasure of meeting Shakti this past summer when we considered selling our mountain cabin in Boomer and interviewed several area real estate brokers to list it. We were very impressed with Shakti's professional manner, her marketing strategy and her warm and caring attitude. We ultimately decided not to sell our cabin, yet, but when the time comes, Shakti will definitely get the listing. She is truly a credit to her profession. Sincerely, Mark and Maureen Cascio

Posted by Mark Cascio on November 9th, 2007 10:40 AM