RECA Instructors

 RECA’s talented team of instructors have over 150 years of combined experience and the degrees, certifications and designations to insure you are get the best instruction in the industry.

-Meet the Team-

Craig Buck: An attorney in private practice specializing in real estate closings, finance, title insurance and contracts. Craig has broad experience and thorough knowledge of all aspects of real estate, finance, loan documents, title problems, foreclosures and contracting. Craig has extensive work experience applying research and analytical techniques to answer complex questions of fact and law resolving title issues and contract negotiations. 

 Joyce Compton: As a Virginia Licensed Broker Joyce has managed a real estate firm, as well as coached and mentored agents. As a Residential REALTOR®, Joyce was a reoccurring Top Producer. Joyce is a Certified Relocation Specialist, an Accredited Seller Representative, Graduate of the REALTOR® Institute, Real Estate Cyber Specialist, Quality Service Specialist and Senior Real Estate Specialist, e-PRO certified and a Certified Mediator.  

Michele Freemyer: An attorney in a private law firm which deals with all matters related to residential real estate settlements. Michele has also been an active participant at the Fredericksburg Association of REALTORS. She has been a member of the Education Work Group since 2004 and received Affiliate of the Year in 2007. Michele has her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder (1994), Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law (1997). She is licensed to practice law in Colorado, D.C, and Virginia. 

Linda Fosdick: As an Associate Broker, Linda is considered a respected agent by her peers and is a Top Performer. Additional designations; Accredited Buyer Representative, Certified Residential Specialist, Certified Short Sale Professional, Graduate Realtor Institute, Resort and Second Home Property Specialist. Member of FAAR’s Board of Directors. Graduate of the Association Leadership Development Academy, 2008-2009. 

John Haid: A Virginia Licensed REALTOR®. John earned his GRI, ABR and e-Pro. John has originated with VHDA, VA, USDA, FHA and most of the top 10 investors. John has been instructing and presenting for different audiences and disciplines for over 10 years. John’s background coming from executive level sales management in the technology and communication industry has provided him ample opportunities to be trained on training and conduct training on sales, marketing and management skills. More recently, John an active member of the Fredericksburg Association of REALTORS® (FAAR) serving on the Community Relations, Education, Emerge and Technology Working Groups. 

 Tina Hunt: As a Virginia Licensed Broker Tina has opened, owned, and managed a real estate firm. With over 13 years of teaching experience she currently teaches Principals of Real Estate, Ethics, Continuing Education and Post Licensing Education courses along with many other real estate related classes. Tina is a graduate of the Association Leadership Development Program (2009) and the Instructor Training Institute (2008). Tina has had her Real Estate License for over 17 years. She has been and continues to be among the Top Producer’s in the Fredericksburg Area. Tina holds numerous designations and certifications. 

Debbie Klingensmith: A Virginia licensed Agent and REALTOR, Debbie has been active in the Fredericksburg Association since 1999 and has been a reoccurring Top Producer. She started her real estate career in North Caroline in 1987. Debbie’s background in training comes from various Non-Profit Organizations and years as a certified trainer for the Federal Government. She is also a graduate of Ohio State University with a degree in Sociology. 

Tom Muphy: A Certified Mortgage Planner with a national mortgage banker, Tom has spent the last 20 years originating home loans, helping build the country’s largest mortgage brokerage, broadcasting a weekly “live call-in” radio show and helping to write two books on mortgage finance. In addition to his mortgage business, Tom most enjoys teaching agents the crafts of finance, marketing, networking and helping them to grow their business. This is Tom’s third year as an active member of FAAR and his second year as a contributing instructor. Prior to his mortgage career, Tom spent 20 years as a Wholesale Beer Distributor. 

Brooke Miller: As a broker Brooke manages an office of over 30 independent contractors producing over $100 million in volume each year. She coaches individual real estate agents to help them improve their businesses and reach their goals. Brooke is a graduate of Virginia Association of Realtors’ Leadership Academy (2010), held FAAR’s Professional Honor Role (2009), Graduate of the Virginia Association of Realtors Instructor Training Institute (2008), Certified Residential Specialist (2007) and received a Bachelor’s of Science (1999). Brooke is the Treasurer of FAAR (2 year term begins in 2011). 

 

Priscilla Sheeley: Licensed since 1976 with over 34 years of experience Priscilla has been a managing broker, instructor and trainer, and is currently the Assistant Branch Manager of the Fredericksburg Office. Her many years in this area and membership in numerous organizations has created a powerful network of agent relationships throughout the state.  

New Instructors for 2011 

Phillip Blake: As a manager of a settlement group Phillip’s primary responsibilities are to manage all aspects of operations, which include conducting real estate settlements for Fredericksburg City, Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George and Caroline counties. Phillip earned his BBA in Finance from Radford University in 1996. Phillip has hands on experience in the entire settlement process, from contract review and resolution of title issues to conducting settlements and issuance of title insurance policies.  

Suzanne Brady: A managing Broker (2002), Education Work Group Chair of the Fredericksburg Association (2011) and the Vice President of FAAR’s Board of Directors. Suzanne has worked in real estate since 1995. She has earned FAAR’s Manager of the Year, VAR Honor Society, FAAR’s Honor Role, GPAAR Million Dollar Sales Club, Outstanding New Associate and CAAR’s Rookie of the Year awards. Suzanne is a graduate of the Weichert Management School, VAR Leadership Academy, and hold numerous certification and designations. 

Valeri Colón: RECA’s Education Director is always available to answer your questions and discuss your educational needs. With a master’s degree in Education from the University of Mary Washington and a bachelor’s degree in Product Design and Merchandising from the University of Hawaii, she has taught both secondary and post-secondary education. 

Réne Daniels: With over 20 years experience in public relations and marketing Rene is the Marketing Director at FAAR. She has a BA in Communications from the University of North Florida. She began her career in the financial industry. In 2010, she made social media and marketing presentations at the VAR’s Legislative Conference in February for the AE breakout session as well as presented at the VAR’s AE Regional Conference in August. Her past experience includes teaching personal finance to high school students and adults. In 2007, she received the Financial Literacy “Class Act” Award for her innovative personal finance presentations. She is always happy to share her marketing knowledge and enjoys helping others be successful in their endeavors. 

Pam Wharton: A mortgage loan officer and has been in the real estate business in the Fredericksburg area for ten years. Pamela monitors and retains detailed knowledge of various loan programs which include FHA, VA, Conventional, VHDA and USDA loans. She also serves on the Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS Public and Community Relations Work Group.