Gwendolyn P. Templeton
"Experience Makes A Difference"
Markets Served:
Ponte Verda Beach, FL;
Specialties: Architecturally Significant; Country Club Properties; Custom Construction; Developer Land Sales; Waterfront/Waterview;
My wife and I met with Gwen in 2002 when my business was just starting and our credit rating was just average. We needed a home that had a large garage for our business and no home owner's association rules. She was a whirlwind of action for us. First she listed and sold our existing home at above market value by extolling its custom features to the buyers. Second, her quick and professional search of the homes available that met our needs enabled us to find several in area that was still undervalued. Gwen found a home that was a little above the high end of our price range, and not only got us a "screaming deal" but then worked with a lender to get us a loan with a rate we could afford. WOW is all I can say. Gwen goes above and beyond your expectations and caters to your every need. We would not have found our dream home or been able to afford it without Gwen's intervention. She is truly a real estate GURU!
– John & Claudia Nepley
I would be happy to refer anyone that I know that needs assistance in any area of the real estate market. You have always been a great multi-tasker and know how to get the job done.
– Christine Jankowski
I've been fortunate to know Gwen for at least ten years. During that time, she
has demonstrated her many skills which she continues today. Examples would be a problem solver, administrator, knowledge in real estate, compassion, decisional and a manager of success. Add character and integrity and you have "The Best" serving your real estate needs.
– Mike Rombold
Gwen helped us find the perfect beach front home. She followed through with everything she promised and made us comfortable with the entire process. Then she sold our existing home. You can tell she is a true professional in every way. We appreciated her honesty and willingness to go the extra mile for us. She is well respected by her peers and that really came through during the negotiation process.
– Mark & Sherry Coriazo
About Gwendolyn
I have been in a hurry for most of my life. I don’t know why, other than life has been so full of interesting and rich experiences that I worried if I did not hurry a little, I might miss something. I was born six weeks ahead of time and weighed in at a hefty four pounds. Even then, I hurried. In size, I caught up to my peers in short order. My first career was a “Navy Brat” and the oldest of six children. That career gave me the survival skills I would need later to lead Real Estate offices. I thrive in noise and commotion. I can ride long distances, cramped in the back seat of a car, without throwing up and can fall asleep anywhere. I learned not to cry over spilled milk and to eat what everyone else did not want to, so no one cried. I also accepted responsibility for things that were not my fault and learned the art of peace keeping. My second career, as a Registered Nurse, began in 1971. I worked around the clock with little sleep, learned that compassion and attention to detail can mean the difference between life and death, and never, ever took for granted anything, ever again. I saved lives, soothed tears, delivered babies and counseled the mentally ill. Again, I gathered more skills for selling real estate and they are the ones not found in books. My third career as the mother of three children began in 1977. Talk about skills! I used everything I had learned before and added the ability to do anything with no sleep, developed a very high sense of awareness of all things going on around me, even when they were supposed to a secret. In 1990, my fourth career, Real Estate, began in Michigan. I was a REALTORÒ there until 1997.We moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, where I was selected to lead several large offices. I managed, recruited, trained, coached and helped build some legendary careers. In 2004, I moved to Jacksonville, Florida. It did not take long to figure out which company had an extraordinary culture. The “Watson Way” is a perfect fit. Since I joined the team, I have had the pleasure of serving as Corporate Trainer, Broker/ Vice President of the Atlantic Beach Office and currently I am a part of the dynamic sales team at the Ponte Vedra office in Ponte Vedra Beach, I am a member of The Luxury Team. We specialize in the marketing and sales of distinctive properties.
Real Estate Education and Designations1990 Michigan School of Real Estate Real Estate Sales License1991 Residential Sales Flying Tigers Certification1991 Certified Luxury Home Specialist1992 Jerry Bresser’s Listing Master RLM1993 Graduate Realtors Institute GRI1993 Michigan School of Real Estate Broker’s License1994 Certified Residential Specialist CRS1995 Certified Residential Brokerage Manager CRB1996 Real Estate Marketing Master RMM1997 Arizona School of Business & RE Broker’s License1999 Accredited Buyer’s Representative ABR1999 GMAC Global Relocation Certification GRS2000 Real Estate Cyberspace Specialist RECS2001 Scottsdale Association Leadership Class IV2002 e Certification 2002 Certified Fine Homes Specialist CFHS2002 Certified Career Development Specialist CCDS2003 Dyan Dobbyn Management Boot Camp Graduate2003 Graduate Instructor’s Training Institute2003 Director Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORSÒ2003 Arizona Association of REALTORSÒ Professional Standards2003 Arizona Association of REALTORSÒ Industry Issues2005 Florida Real Estate Institute Broker’s License2005 Mark Leader Leader’s Choice Graduate2007 Certified Real Estate Success Coach CresC2008 Transnational Referral Certification TRC2008 By Referral Only Experience1971 -1990 Registered Nurse1990 - 1997 Residential Sales Better Homes & Gardens1992 – 1997 Top Producer Company 1995 – 1997 Top Producer Statewide 1997 -2002 Residential Sales Pinnacle Peak Realty Top 5%1999 - 2002 Branch Manager/Broker /Relocation Director Pinnacle Peak Realty (Coldwell Banker Pinnacle Peak)2002-2004 Branch Manager/Broker & Company Trainer Prudential Arizona Properties located in the Troon North Master Planned Community, including both resale and developer properties. 2005 – Present Director of Training Watson Realty Corp. Broker/Vice President Watson Atlantic Beach Office Residential Marketing and Sales Ponte Vedra Office World Golf Sales Team The Luxury Team Past Volunteer Activities & Community InvolvementFlint Golf ClubAtlas Valley Country ClubWarwick HillsAncala Golf & Country ClubThe Country Club at DC Ranch Terravita Golf ClubDesert Mountain Golf & Country ClubThe Country Club at Chaparral PinesHoly Family & St. Patrick’s Catholic ChurchProsperity Investment ClubJunior LeagueSunshine Kid’s Organization VolunteerPrudential Foundation VolunteerJohn J. Pappas School for Homeless ChildrenVista Del CaminoCamelot Equestrian Facility for Physically DisabledSt Johns Episcopal ChurchSAR Realtor Marketing Session Co Chair2003 AAR Industry Issues Committee2003 Scottsdale Association Board of Director’s2004 Arizona Association Grievance Committee2004 Rotary Club International2004 CABR Social & Awards Committee2004 Main Street Economic Development Committee Whispering Hope Ranch American Heart Association2008 American Cancer Society Women’s Council of REALTORS®2008 NEFAR Ramp It Up2009 President Women’s Council of REALTORS®2009 Leadership Development Florida WCR2009 St Johns Medical Mission to Guatemala2009 Dreams Come TrueMember of The Institute of Luxury Home Marketing Hobbies Golf, writing, reading, dancing music and photography. Personal ProfileI have two grown children and three grandchildren living in Colorado and one pug, Rosie Jean.Previous States of ResidenceArkansas, California, Hawaii, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Michigan, & Arizona P.S. A referral is sending someone you care about to someone you respect. My business continues to thrive and grow due to referrals from customers, friends, associates, and others just like you. Who is the next person you know who would benefit from my services?
