Whatever your reasons for buying, finding the right home in the perfect neighborhood, and at a cost that is within your budget, is no small task.  And, when you make a decision to sell a home, the goal is to get the best price and the most favorable terms in a timeframe that meets your needs.

My goal is to exceed your expectations of a full service real estate broker!  I strive to provide the highest level of professionalism to my clients using my experienced insight and knowledge to successfully buy and sell real estate.  I work to safeguard each decision with intelligent collaboration with you...the most important person on the team!

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

"We spent a year looking at our dream home in DuPont until we finally decided to take the plunge.  On that fateful day, Donna just happened to be in the builders office and we asked her to represent us in both selling our home and purchasing the new one.  Truly of of the best decisions we ever made.  Not only did she get us the best deal in the new development, beyond any doubt, but she actually made us money on the sale of our old home in a very down market that we had only owned a few years.  She was with us every step of the way during the purchase and the sale treating us like we were the most important people in her life.  It's been almost a year after closing on both homes and we still go to her for advice (she recently sold my mother her new home)on homeowner issues.  She was the consummate professional, she was the patient mentor, she was the ruthless negotiator, and she will forever be a dear family friend.  We love her and you will too!" 

LTC Anthony and Jinnie Clark, Bell Hill, DuPont

"Donna, you really are an awesome professional!"   Dr. Chris Stevens, Steilacoom

"Donna is excellent....I liked everything about working with her.  She's the best Realtor I have ever worked with!"  Dr. Donald Smith , DuPont

"If you are looking for a Realtor who likes to work, is professional, knowledgeable, dependable and trustworty, then call DONNA DOWNING!!  She helped us sell our home and we were living 3000 miles away.  We truly could not have completed this task (in a tough real estate market) without Donna.  Unfortunately Donna was not our first Realtor, however, hands down, she is the best we have ever dealt with.  It is our opinion that Donna is truly a remarkable Realtor."  Richard & Tammie Day, Jacksonville FL

"Donna-you made this process effortless!  I was always kept informed throughout the entire transaction & your diligence closed the deal in a timely and professional manner.  I would recommend you to any/or all of my colleagues."  LTC (ret.) Eric D Sine

"Thank you Donna, for your confidence, insight and professionalism throughout this process.  You have a warm heart and Becky and I are grateful for your efforts."   Captain Marc & Becky Vielledent

"I hope you know what an impact you have made on my life.  As a mentor, you have given guidance and encouragement.  You are a gem to me and to my children."  Jennie Laney (first time homebuyer) Tacoma

"Donna worked tirelessly on our behalf, with only 4 days to find our new home.  With no time to waste, she quickly zeroed in on what we were looking for, and helped get us everything we asked for (and more) in our offer.  I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell in the area."

LTC Adam & Rebecca Buchanan  University Place

"Please know how much I appreciate your extra TLC taking care of the house in my absence.  If I could recommend you to someone in the market to buy a home or sell one....I would direct them to you.  Donna, you are a Saint in the current economic storm!  Thanks Donna for all you have done."

Richard N. Shultz Jr  Steilacoom

"You came to our rescue and led us to the perfect house!"  Dr. Olaf and Mary Fisher, Gig Harbor

"We were thrilled to receive a full price offer on our home, complete with a timely closing that worked perfectly for our time parameters.  Highly recommend Donna to anyone, her work ethic and charisma make her one of the best agents in the area."  Lance and Irene Scott, DuPont