Real Estate Mediation Services
My Expertise
As an industry expert in Alaska real estate, I have supervised thousands of real estate transactions and have developed a keen ability to navigate disputes efficiently. With over 32 years of experience in the Alaska real estate market, I specialize in negotiation, contract resolution, and transaction management. My roles as a real estate broker, educator, expert witness, and professional mediator have given me a comprehensive understanding of real estate disputes from all perspectives—buyers, sellers, licensees, and brokerages. Additionally, my prior position as chair of the Alaska Real Estate Commission has equipped me with a deep knowledge of real estate license law from a regulatory standpoint, enhancing my expertise in dispute resolution and real estate mediation.
The Mediation Process
Initial Case Review – I review all documents, contracts, and communications related to the Alaska real estate dispute to understand the issue at hand. Mediation Session – We meet (in-person or remotely) to discuss the matter and work toward a resolution through real estate mediation. Agreement Drafting – If an agreement is reached, I provide a formal summary for both parties involved. Resolution & Closure – Both parties move forward with a fair, agreed-upon solution as part of the dispute resolution process. Mediation can take place remotely via Zoom or in person.
Successful Results of Mediation
Successful Results of Mediation
Mediation in Alaska real estate allows parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements without the cost, stress, and delays of litigation. A successful real estate mediation results in clear resolutions, preserved relationships, and legally sound agreements that all parties can confidently move forward with. Settle contract disputes, commission disagreements, or earnest money conflicts through effective dispute resolution. Mediation helps prevent escalation, reduce financial risk, and provide a structured path to resolution—often in just one session. The best outcomes occur when both parties engage in good-faith negotiation, ensuring a fair and practical solution that meets everyone's needs.
Testimonials
"...her ability to balance her extensive real estate knowledge with her role as a mediator".
Disputes in Alaska real estate can be complex, stressful, and expensive—but they don’t have to be. Real estate mediation offers a faster, cost-effective, and confidential way to achieve dispute resolution without the need for litigation. Whether you're facing a contract dispute, a commission split issue, an earnest money disagreement, or a misunderstanding between buyers and sellers, mediation enables both parties to pursue a fair and practical resolution.
