Emily Efird REALTOR®, CDPE, CIAS
Realty One Group
Growing up in East Tennessee, Emily enjoyed spending time with her father as he inspected the homes that he had under construction in her community. This revered time with her father helped spark a true passion for real estate.
Emily began her career in 1980, and has sold homes for some of the most distinguished luxury home builders for over twenty years. Her vast knowledge of construction and her ability to envision a finished project is a tremendous asset to investors and buyers. As a listing agent, Emily uses her background to help her clients prepare their home for the market with staging ideas and market positioning data.
A firm believer in continuing education, Emily sought out advanced training to better serve her clients specific needs. She earnedThe Certified Distressed Property Expert(CDPE) designation to help homeowners facing financial hardship, as well as buyers who are considering purchasing a distressed property. Emily is alsoREO Certified by the Five Star Institute, a well-respected leader in bank owned property, short sale, and investor education. She is well equipped to help investors take advantage of the rare opportunities to be discovered in the Phoenix market as aCertified Investor Agent Specialist(CIAS).
When she is not working in real estate, Emily loves travelling around the world to learn and experience other cultures. She enjoys donating her time to charitable causes such as Opportunity International; an organization that provides micro business loans to women in Rwanda. She has also spent time in Uganda helping build homes for orphans.
Emily’s warm personality, strong real estate background, and dedication to serve others helps her clients feel at ease, knowing their needs will be taken care of throughout their real estate transaction.
Professional Memberships
National Association of REALTORS®
Arizona Association of REALTORS®
Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS®
Distressed Property Institute
Professional Designations and Licenses
Active, Real Estate Sales License (Since 1980)
Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
5-Star Institute REO Certified
Certified Investor Agent Specialist (CIAS)
Career Experience
Realty One Group- Feb 2012-Present
RE/MAX Excalibur Realty 5/2010 – 2/2012
Realty One Group 5/2009 – 4/2010
Geoffrey Edmunds 9/2006 – 4/2009
Realty Executives 12/2000 – 9/2006
Toll Brothers 4/1998 – 12/2000