Brandon has always had a heart for homes, owning his first fixer upper at the age of 20 and remodeling it himself with the aid of his parents. Fast forward 13 years, and he has owned five homes and started a bustling real estate career. 

Professionally, he calls SASH his home, a brokerage with culture and services dedicated to the senior market. As he explains, “My first experiences were in hospitality, and I was always more relationship focused rather than transactional. At SASH we deliver a patent-pending concierge service dedicated to seniors who want to be more hands-off than younger buyers and sellers.” 

Born and raised in the South Everett Mill Creek area, Brandon attended Cascade High School, followed by the Art Institute of Seattle where he studied Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management. Starting out in small businesses, he worked across the sector in food and beverage, rooms operations, and eventually became a senior banquet manager at an international luxury hotel chain. 

Explaining his career change, Brandon says, “During the pandemic I dove in headfirst into real estate, a business my partner at the time knew well. I obtained my license and was drawn to SASH because of its services to the senior market based on people’s needs rather than a dog-eat-dog transaction business." At SASH, he helps clients with all their needs, from starter homes to urban condos, to large estates. 

Enthusing about why he gravitated to this segment of the market and how he finds satisfaction in working at SASH, Brandon says, “In hospitality, seniors were always my favorite customers, and at SASH we provide a unique service to all of our clients. We can help fund packing, downsizing, moving, and unpacking at their new space. In some cases, we can even provide a cash advance on their net proceeds. We have a general contractor license and can manage repairs and renovations to their home with contractors we thoroughly vet. We function as their house managers.” The working environment at SASH motivates Brandon: “We work as solo agents, but with a team mentality, and are always there to help each other.” 

Despite a busy professional life, Brandon finds time for hobbies and extensive charity work. His passions include bowling (he's bowled a 300 game, twice), cooking and baking (leveraging his trained culinary skills), and hiking and camping (he says to send him any recommendations!). He understands the importance of relaxing and recharging his batteries. “We can get worn out in this industry, so it's important to take time for ourselves," he says. "Go to the spa, go wine tasting with friends, try new happy hours and restaurants." 

Most passionately, Brandon is dedicated to fundraising and community services for local underprivileged communities. “I'm on the North County Regional Board of Directors for Housing Hope, a nonprofit in Snohomish County providing affordable housing. All of our beneficiaries earn less than 50% of the median income, with 50% of the homes housing people facing homelessness. They come to us through the state and associated programs,” he explains. Talking about the challenges their clients face, Brandon describes a vicious circle: “If you've been incarcerated, you don't have a home. If you don't have a home, you don't have a job. If you don't have a job, you can't get a home.” He sees his role as helping people build the skills necessary to maintain a steady life, often in the face of addiction. “That's a difficult subject. A lot of the clients we work with struggle with addiction," he says, "and even when they are recovering, circumstances can put them around active addicts. They get pulled back in, making it hard to maintain their sobriety and cleanliness.” 

Brandon is eloquent about the many others, including the social workers, with whom he works: “We all work to get people back on the right path. We have grant writers to secure money from the state. We raise funds through galas, public donations, and foundations set up by significant donors.” He is excited by a new community project. “It’s being built in Bothell. A church had a chunk of land next door, and we are building a community there. It’s hard work for all involved, but rewarding to make it happen,” he says proudly.

In a further commitment, Brandon has been deepening his involvement with Bellevue-based LifeWire, a nonprofit supporting domestic violence survivors and those escaping it. “A friend is on the board of directors, and I’ve been a sponsor at their galas," he says. "It’s another difficult subject and I want to do more, ideally joining the board of directors.” Brandon also pledges to causes like St Jude Children's Hospital and Seattle Children’s Hospital, and urges others to join him. 

In his professional life, Brandon attributes his success to the referral network he has built with the guidance of SASH. “We network with senior living communities and elder care providers," he explains. "I tour communities throughout King and Snohomish Counties, participate in their networking events, and work with their senior living and elder care professionals. I've built a very strong reputation; people know SASH but also want to trust their realtor to serve their residents well.” 

Looking to the future, Brandon hopes to expand his focus to invest in rental properties and create a passive income for himself. But his priority will always be his reputation and satisfaction with his work and clients. As he concludes, “Everybody wants to make money, pay the bills, and live the life we want. But there’s more to life than that. Are your clients satisfied with your work? What’s your reputation in the community? How does success relate to your own happiness?”