"I take my work seriously. I'm not playing games with people's prized assets," she says. Consequently, McLaughlin has worked hard over the years to increase her own knowledge: She is a "STAR POWER Star", a designation given to only 150 REALTORS nationwide that represents both her achievement as a REALTOR and her dedication to continuing education. Penny recently became a Certified Distressed Property Expert to help people avoid foreclosure whenev...