"I highly recommend Rich Lucas to my friends and family. Rich has helped us close several transactions over the years. Honesty, integrity and an extremely professional knowledge of the real estate market has resulted in successful closings. He and his team are a delight to work with! " Gary B, bought and sold a house in SnoqulamieRich Lucas has enjoyed a long career as a top producing real estate broker in the greater Seattle/Tacoma region. For 15 consecutive years, Rich has received Seattle Magazine's "Five Star Real Estate Agent" award, given only to the top 5% of realtors in Washington. As a managing broker at Keller Williams, Rich utilizes his professional expertise by coaching his team of agents and overseeing all team real estate transactions. Rich works with his wife Diane Lucas, and together they have closed over 2900 properties! Rich and Diane own Integrity Homeselling Team, with offices in Keller Williams Federal Way and Keller Williams Bellevue. Their team mission is "Improving Lives Through Real Estate".One of Rich's top skills is knowing how to correctly price properties for sellers. By using multiple "Data Points", Rich is able to calculate a market value based on inventory, appreciation, market trends, online valuations, and price per square foot. He knows that correct pricing and preparation is the best way for sellers to make the highest profit in the shortest amount of time. Rich also has training in real estate law, real estate appraisals, and contract negotiations. Rich and Diane have been married since 1984, and have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. They enjoy going to the gym nearly every morning, plus hiking, biking, and snowshoeing when they can squeeze in the time. Rich and Diane are involved in their church and financially support various non-profits including Young Life, the local Food Bank, and World Vision. Honors:Endorsed by Dave Ramsey - radio host and author of "The Total Money Makeover" and "Financial Peace University"Received the "5-Star Real Estate Agent" Award from Seattle Magazine for 15 consecutive years, 2004-2018Identified as one of "America's Best Real Estate Agents" (as published in RealTrends.com) - 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018Recent Sales Awards:Top Expansion Team 2018, 2017, 2016 – Sales Volume (KW Puget Sound)Double Platinum Award 2018, 2017 – over $40 million in sales volume (KWI)Platinum Award 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2010 (Keller Williams International)Quadruple Gold Award 2012, 2009, 2008, 2007 (Keller Williams International)Triple Gold Award 2011 (Keller Williams International)"Top Team of the Year" Award (Keller Williams Northwest Region) – 2007Education:BA, University of WashingtonMA , Western Seminary