Cindy is a graduate of Western Carolina University with a Bachelors Degree in Social Work. Prior to assuming the Office Manager position in February 2007 with our firm, Cindy worked in the healthcare field with the majority of her career spent with the Hospice organization as Senior Social Worker. Cindy has been a great asset in assuming not only a ownership role, but an organizer of a very fast growing company. Cindy also has over 15 years in the auction business as clerk and cashier. Cindy is a very detailed oriented person that truly cares about her clients and customers. Cindy is an avid scrapbooker and photographer and enjoys her daughters Lydia and Laura.

My real estate career began in 1989 at my mother's agency, Broad River Realty, in Shelby NC. Sadly, she passed away due to cancer only months after I got my license. The next few years were spent at Century 21/Shields Realty, also in Shelby. I remained with them until the early 90's, when I took a break from real estate to start a family. I left my license inactive until 7 years ago. It's then that I activated my license, and began again here in Lincoln County. It's hard to believe, but I've been married to my husband, Keith, for 19 years. We still live Kings Mtn with our wonderful daughter Jessica. She is 16, and a junior at Kings Mtn. High School. Our home (mini farm) reflects the lifestyle we believe in. We have four horses, chickens, dogs, and of course cats. We work hard and pl

I am proud to say that I am a second generation Broker and Auctioneer with over 20 years combined real estate and auction experience licensed in North and South Carolina. My dad, Craig Gates was instrumental in getting me into the real estate and auction business. During my career, I have strived to participate and learn as much as possible about the real estate and auction business so I can serve my customers and clients better. I am married to my lovely wife Cindy and have two daughters, Lydia Marie and Laura Marie. Over the span of my career, I have been afforded the opportunity to serve in many capacities. A few of them include my service as the 1999 Lincoln County Board President, 1999 Director on the NC Association of Realtors and Director on the Carolina Multiple Listing Service Boa

My business background is in management, telecommunications and sales. I have had my NC Real Estate license since 2004 and am willing to travel a wide area to make sure my clients purchase the right home. My professional knowledge, experience and attention to detail allow me to provide only the best possible service to my clients ensuring our mutual success. I have lived in North Carolina since 2003, moving back to the East coast after 10 years in Arkansas. Originally I am from Pennsylvania and really enjoy the milder North Carolina weather. My spare time is spent caring for and enjoying my menagerie of animals. I am excited to be affiliated with a company that specializes in farms and rural America.