A little background on our broker and team leader, Nathan Hitchcock...

Hitchcock Realty is headed by licensed real estate broker, Nathan Hitchcock. In an effort to set a new standard of customer satisfaction, Nathan constantly strives to provide the highest quality representation possible. He combines his intelligent, analytical approach with his extensive personal knowledge to offer the most effective real estate services available.

One of Nathan’s most valuable strengths is his strong background in technology and marketing. For nearly a decade prior to his career in real estate, Nathan worked as a freelance computer programmer and marketing consultant. He personally managed the development of everything from school district management software to business search engines such as the award winning Where2Go.com.

Industry wide, the Internet is playing an extremely important role in the buying and selling of real estate. In a 2003 National Association of Realtors study, it was found that over 70% of buyers used the internet to find their home. Now more than ever, it is vital that a real estate agent have the ability to successfully use the internet in the marketing of their client’s properties. In 2004, more than half of Nathan's clients originated from internet marketing, and this figure is expected to increase to 80% in 2005.

Nathan is also in touch with the latest technology advancements and their potential benefit for real estate. His commitment to technology now enables him to be ready for business even when he's not at the office. Utilizing cutting edge mobile devices such as the Palm Treo, he has real-time access to the MLS and can obtain property listings anywhere, anytime.

In addition to his career in technology and marketing prior to becoming a real estate broker, Nathan was and continues to be an active real estate investor. This type of work requires the ability to quickly analyze all aspects of a property (location, condition, size, layout, expandability) to determine how well it will perform as an investment. Will it be a good rental property? Will it be easy to expand? If the property is distressed, is it is a stiff wind away from falling down or is it all cosmetic? These skills are of great assistance in helping his clients determine if a property is a turkey or a diamond in the rough.

Aside from his accomplishments on the job, Nathan continues to be an active member of the community. During his 25 years as an East Bay Area resident, Nathan has been an active contributor and volunteer for the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) and the Pleasant Hill Parks and Recreation District.