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Lisa joined Real Property Associates with over 15 years of experience in the property management industry and 22 years in customer service. Over the years, she has obtained and mastered a wide variety of skills that help her excel as a property manager. Driven by her passion for working closely with owners and residents, Lisa's work ethic and optimism help her achieve positive results. She has developed a sharp eye for detail and a desire to make systems, processes, and people work as efficiently and effectively as possible.

With knowledge and a prior background in construction, she has gained expertise in maintenance and repairs. This knowledge combined with her creativity often times helps her find ways to minimize expenses. Above all, Lisa genuinely cares about building a relationship with her owners and residents and providing them with the support, tools, and resources they need.

Lisa and her daughter moved to Washington in 2000 from Orlando, Florida, and currently reside in Edmonds. She recently rescued a dog from Costa Rica and enjoys snowboarding, live music, and sitting on the beach with her family.

She specializes in managing residential properties in North King and South Snohomish Counties

Jay co-founded Real Property Associates (RPA) in 1991 with Gordon Stephenson, driven by a commitment to delivering exceptional brokerage and property management services. The company began in Edmonds before expanding and relocating its headquarters to Seattle in 1996.

Today, Jay oversees RPA’s thriving property management division, leading a team of more than 95 professionals who manage properties for over 1,250 ownership groups. In addition to his leadership in property management, Jay remains actively involved in brokerage, representing buyers and sellers across a wide range of real estate transactions.

Jay’s passion for real estate began while he was still in college, where he arranged to earn academic credit for hands-on real estate work. Over the years, he has personally purchased, developed, and managed investment properties throughout the Puget Sound region, from Seattle to Everett, gaining practical experience that continues to shape his leadership and strategic insight today.

A lifelong resident of Edmonds, Jay is a graduate of King’s High School and earned his B.A. in Real Estate and Business from Seattle Pacific University in 1988. He currently serves on the nonprofit board of the local chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, reflecting his ongoing commitment to faith and community.

Testimonials:

Good Job!
We have worked several times with RPA, Jay Young and Michelle Jore and their staff, selling and buying homes, and also property management. Our experiences have always been pleasant and the outcomes proved beneficial to all parties involved. When, in the future, we need the assistance of a real estate company or property management company, we will be certain to call RPA. We would recommend their services to anyone needing efficient, professional help with any real estate transactions and/or management.
Ron and Bonnie Uhrich, Bothell, WA