The early years of my life unfolded across the Sierra Nevada mountains of California and the towering Redwood forests of Humboldt and Del Norte counties. Becoming a homeowner sharpened my eye for the details that matter when buying a property—inside and out. My background is as varied as the landscapes I’ve called home: I’ve worked as an accountant, a firefighter, a ski-lift mechanic, and even owned a small horticulture-supply business. Through i...