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Samantha Finney joined Pinnacle Real Estate Services as an experienced agent.  She is organized, a self-starter, and possesses the leadership skills to take charge and work for her clients. Samantha carefully listens to hear your dreams and goals to guide her research of the market. Her approachable demeanor puts others at ease. And she instinctively knows that keeping her clients informed, whether they are buyers or sellers, is invaluable.  During the negotiation, due diligence period, and before closing on a home, Samantha remains in constant contact with her clients because she has been at the closing table multiple times as both a buyer and a seller.  Samantha is determined to win the best deal possible and make each opportunity a positive experience for her clients.  Samantha and her husband have three children and she is a lifetime Georgia resident.

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Sean Catlett joined Pinnacle Real Estate Services as a realtor who first entered the real estate market as a buyer and investor.  He fostered and honed his skills and experience as an agent, beginning with his personal real estate purchases and investments.  Before offering his services to others as homebuyers, investors or sellers, Sean did his due diligence to become well-versed in his expertise. His entrepreneurial nature and adventurous spirit led Sean to live and work internationally in mainland China, and he now speaks Mandarin as a second language.  He has renovated a 100-year-old home and created some Airbnb rentals.  His enthusiasm is tempered by real-world experience in the demolition and construction of commercial and residential properties.  If you are looking for a home, a potential rental property, or need to make a 1031 exchange, Sean is ready to leverage his practical knowledge and expertise to help you realize your real estate goals

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Sherryl joined Pinnacle Real Estate Services as an experienced agent.  Even before she was an agent, she watched and learned from her mom as a realtor.  Because listening is vital to succeeding in this business, Sherryl takes the time to get to know the wants and needs of her clients before working on their behalf.  Searching for the right home or finding the ideal buyer can be an emotional time for any client and her positive outlook puts people at ease.  By providing relevant detailed information, she empowers you to evaluate every option and not just settle for the first offer presented or make do with the first home you visit. Let her help you purchase or sell your home on terms that meet your goals.  Sherryl and her family enjoy life on their horse farm, where they can support their daughter’s passion for barrel racing.

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Our Broker, Steve Ballew, is a founding principle and CEO of Pinnacle Real Estate Services. He is a retired Army officer with 22 years of service to our country. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Georgia and a Master’s Degree in Business from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.  Steve started his career in real estate in 2006 with Keller Williams Realty, serving in the Dawsonville, Cumming, and Woodstock areas before opening his own real estate brokerage in 2017.  Steve is on a mission to create a client experience that is unmatched in the industry.  You will not find a more passionate team of realtors to trust with all your real estate needs.

Steve is active in his community.  He was the founding Scoutmaster of BSA Troop 1755, Ball Ground, GA and he serves as the chairperson of several committees in community organizations.  Through all of his involvement, he strives to make this world a little better than he found it.  Steve and his wife, Annabel, reside in Ball Ground, GA where they have raised three children.

Founding Principle, CEO, Broker and REALTOR®

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Steven Meier joined Pinnacle Real Estate as an experienced agent who has served sellers and buyers; and truly enjoys working with both.  Whether it is a primary residence, second home, or investment property, Steven dedicates his full attention to you, the client, and your needs.  He approaches each challenge by applying his management skills and experience in process engineering to advance his client’s wishes.  Intuitively prioritizing the steps, his long-term approach is to help you efficiently and effectively achieve your goals in buying or selling a property.  As a long-time resident of North Georgia, Steven is familiar with the region and has helped clients from Atlanta to the North Georgia mountains.  Are you searching for a committed agent for your real estate needs?  Steven is ready to serve as your guide and advocate.