As a John L. Scott broker, my mission is transactional excellence and client satisfaction. That means I work tirelessly to make your home buying or selling process as efficient, stress-free and lucrative for you as possible.

About Chris

John L. Scott broker Chris Thorn has been raised in the Yakima Valley and worked within Yakima County since attending college at Eastern Washington University and Central Washington University. He works out of the John L. Scott Yakima West Office and is a member of The Bemis Group.

Chris' professional training and experience has given him an excellent foundation in real estate to assist others and has also made him very knowledgeable about the Yakima Valley. Chris follows John L. Scott's company values which include raising the bar on ethics and standards in real estate and building positive relationships. Chris is calm under pressure and uses his strong communication and active listening skills to help clients feel comfortable, appreciated, and well taken care of.

Let Chris be your Realtor

Being an avid sports fan, Chris has coached high school sports over the years and also volunteered his time in a similar capacity. Through coaching and playing sports, Chris has realized one game plan is not effective for every game and he applies this same philosophy when working with each of his clients. Chris is committed to providing phenomenal customer service to every client.

Chris Creates a Specific Game Plan Unique to Each Individual Client

Chris enjoys helping others whether it's through his career in public safety, coaching sports, teaching, or educating and counseling his clients. He understands he first has to learn more about each client and actively listen to them; learning their situation and level of knowledge of the area and the local market. He then collaborates and provides a game plan tailored to help each individual client reach their specific goals.

Knowledge and Experience

Through more than a decade of professional training and experience within the Yakima Valley, Chris helps his clients with local moves as well as relocating in and out of the Yakima Valley. Through his knowledge and experience, he has received several different awards/recognition over the course of his professional career. Chris will tell you his knowledge and experience translates to genuinely caring about each individual client. He will apply his knowledge and experience to best help you in your next real estate transaction.

Making Excellent Choices

Chris knows Yakima County and is very familiar with the communities and neighborhoods that make the Yakima area a special place to live. From the downtown condominium to that perfect rural farm house or several residential homes with beautiful territorial views, he will coach you on the local market stats and trends to help you make excellent decisions.

Representation

Chris takes pride in offering high-caliber full-service residential real estate expertise. Chris' clients are his top priority, and he focuses on delivering the best possible results for them.

Negotiations

Successful negotiations help move a conversation forward and transform the process into an agreement that’s a win for all parties. Negotiation is not only a skill, but a mindset. Chris keep his clients’ best interests on the top of his mind as he negotiates on their behalf. 

Transactional Excellence

Chris is dedicated to transactional excellence for every listing and sale. What this means for you is that he oversees every detail of the real estate transaction. The transaction is far from over once an offer has been accepted. Chris monitors inspections, appraisals, title, escrow and loan processes. Communication and collaboration with all the partners and parties involved with the transaction ensures a smooth and timely closing. Chris is committed to his clients before, during and after a sale.

Your Personal Real Estate Game Plan

Give Chris a call and let him help you create your personal real estate game plan!