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Teri Williams

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Owner / Managing Broker Office : 360-376-8374 Mobile : 360-319-6256 teri@twilliamsrealty.com
When I left my banking job on the mainland in 1989 and settled in the San Juans with my three young sons, I had no idea what the future would hold, only that Orcas spoke to my nature and I knew I had found my place in the world.

Through jobs as a title examiner and permit coordinator, I learned the ropes as San Juan County land use regulations became more complex. Eventually, people began to call me the local guru of permitting! So, in 1998, I started my own business, Permit Resources. I never intended to get my real estate license, but a year later, someone “dared” me – a challenge I couldn’t resist. It turned out to be a natural fit as I love the interaction with people and the complexity of each transaction.

Working in local real estate, it was clear my permitting expertise enhanced my ability to assist real estate clients. This prompted me to begin a new venture in 2006, opening T Williams Realty, a full service real estate brokerage in Eastsound on Orcas Island.

My family settled in the San Juan Islands in the early 1960s. After 30+ years on Orcas, there is no other place in the world where I would rather be. With a deep appreciation for and connection to our island, I welcome opportunities to support our community through volunteering and board service on non-profits. You also can find me gardening, laughing with grandchildren, and venturing out on the water in my tug boat, exploring the nature that surrounds us.

My passion is to share my love of island life, listen to stories of how others found their way to Orcas and what they enjoy most about the island.

I’ve found my place here on Orcas Island and I hope to help you find your place here, too.

Teri has earned the trust of these clients

Outstanding job of representing and managing the sale of my property

Outstanding job of representing and managing the sale of my property

Teri Williams did an outstanding job of representing and managing the sale of my property. She was always readily available for questions, extremely knowledgeable about all facets of real estate, and conducted herself in a very professional manner. I really appreciated her organization and record keeping which proved to be vital in my real estate transaction. I would not hesitate to utilize Teri in any of my future real estate endeavors on Orcas Island.   JJ
We HIGHLY recommend Teri Williams of Twilliams Reality

We HIGHLY recommend Teri Williams of Twilliams Reality

If you are considering buying or selling your property, we HIGHLY recommend Teri Williams of Twilliams Reality. We had the pleasure of working with Teri on both selling and purchasing homes here on Orcas Island. She is by far the best agent with whom we have had the opportunity to work. She is extremely knowledgable, an expert in the field, ALWAYS in integrity, open, and honest! Teri is willing to take extra time for support and assistance. She understands the emotional part of selling and buying a home and is extremely adept at looking at ALL perspectives and problem solving on the spot. She is very quick to respond to inquiries and concerns and was so thorough in walking us through both processes as well as being there in person as needed. We felt so supported the whole time! Aside from the top business qualities she possesses, Teri is warm, engaging, a pleasure to be with, and has a wonderful sense of humor, which is so important! We thoroughly enjoyed developing a relationship with Teri that we treasure and know will be long lasting. Thank you, Teri Williams for helping us to land in our “forever home” on Orcas Island! Jodi Spitalli and Daniel Marty
All the encouragement, advice, and sound experience … gave me a sense of calm…

All the encouragement, advice, and sound experience … gave me a sense of calm…

E. King

All the encouragement, advice, and sound experience you shared with me gave me a sense of calm in a time that could easily have felt very disruptive e and mind-rattling. Your pure competence is a thing of beauty. I have so much admiration for you. Thank you thank you for the smooth sail!

I appreciate your skill in navigating the waters of Orcas – Covid era real estate.

I appreciate your skill in navigating the waters of Orcas – Covid era real estate.

Jeff

Mandy and Teri,

Thanks for all the work on this.

I appreciate your skill in navigating the waters of Orcas - Covid era real estate.

It feels like we have been asking Teri about properties forever.  Nice to have found such a good fit - both the property and the T Williams office.

Mary says that I cannot ever again claim that I should reduce the complexities of my life.

Jeff

Thank you for all of your hard work and steadfast guidance

Thank you for all of your hard work and steadfast guidance

Dan

T Rex: Thank you for all of your hard work and steadfast guidance these past months. Not once did Linda or I feel anything other than peace and a resolute confidence that we had the best help in selling our house or that our personal interest was foremost in your mind. A difficult job well done!! Your Friend, Dan

Revel in your good mind, good pricing, and real estate skills. 

Revel in your good mind, good pricing, and real estate skills. 

Linda

No other agent brings garden flowers to plant in the spring, shares homemade cookies, treasured book, and final night dinner.  We are so lucky we met you.  And no other agent’s husband comes to ferry line in the dark, bearing gifts, to see us get away safely. Wow! Bye for now, Linda

What an experience this has been!

What an experience this has been!

Harlene

Teri, you made it an adventure where I never felt discouraged or threatened. You successfully and gently guided me through the foreign worlds of vista pruning and septic design…extraordinary. You have a manner when working with people that cannot be taught at any business or charm school. How I was blessed to have found you remains a wonderful mystery that happens few times in our lives and for which I cannot fully express my gratitude. Thank you, thank you. With love and deep appreciation, Harlene

Knowledge and creativity

Knowledge and creativity

Nancy K.

The team at T Williams Realty works together with a base of knowledge that covers every aspect of buying and selling a home seamlessly. I was expecting stress and anxiety. Instead, I received the knowledge and creativity of a winning team.