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Laura Dobbs Realtor

Meet Laura Dobbs, a Yakima native with a passion for real estate. Laura grew up in Yakima and after completing her Associates Degree, she decided to explore the world by moving to Hawaii for two years and then to Oregon for three years. Her love for Yakima brought her back to her hometown with a newfound appreciation for the community she grew up in. During her time in Hawaii and Oregon, Laura gained valuable life experiences and skills that she brings to her work as a realtor. Her travels also gave her an appreciation for the beauty of the natural world and a commitment to sustainability that she brings to her professional and personal life.

Laura’s love for her family is evident in everything she does. As a mother and wife, she understands the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for her loved ones. She brings this same level of care and attention to her work as well.

In 2022, Laura earned her real estate license and began her career in the industry. With 6 years’ experience in property management, it has given her a unique perspective on the real estate industry. Throughout her career, Laura has developed a reputation for her honesty, integrity, and professionalism. She is dedicated to building lasting relationships with her clients.

Laura's commitment to her community extends beyond her love for her family. She is an active member of Yakima Valley Landlord Association and is committed to making a positive impact on the world around her and strives to inspire others to do the same.

Aaron Jacobs Broker

Aaron was born in Yakima and comes from two great families who lived in Toppenish Wa.  Aaron's family later moved to Yakima where he graduated from West Valley High School in and obtained a degree in Natural Resource Sciences from WSU.  In 1997 Aaron married his high school sweetheart and started working for a local taxidermist.  A few years later he opened his own taxidermy business and enjoyed that trade for 7 years.  Aaron and Tara have a daughter (Natalie) and a son (Paxton).  In 2007 Aaron began a career with Tacoma Screw Products as an outside sales representative serving the for almost 15 years. He travelled between Yakima and Hood River providing customer service and industrial products to a wide variety of customers.  During all of this, Aaron and Tara became landlords after buying their second home and keeping the first as a rental. Aaron continued his "investor" education buying properties to rent out, or fix and flip. Aaron earned his Real Estate brokers license in 2014 and started working part time for Dedicated Realty.  Most recently, in September 2021 Aaron went into Real Estate full time with Dedicated Realty (now United Country Real Estate, Dedicated Realty LLC) as a Real Estate Broker and property manager.  Aaron has been a landlord and small property investor for over 20 years and looks forward to serving those people who want to buy their dream home, sell property or invest in real estate! 

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Andrea Cortez-Lopez Realtor

Andrea Cortez is proud to call Yakima home and she’s passionate about helping others find their place here, too. Andrea brings heart, hustle, and a deep understanding of the community to every real estate transaction. Known for her problem-solving skills and dedication to helping others, she goes the extra mile to make the home buying or selling experience smooth, stress-free, and rewarding.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Andrea serves clients from all backgrounds with clear communication and unwavering commitment. Whether you're looking for your first home, upgrading, or selling, Andrea delivers responsive communication, local insight, and strong advocacy to help you reach your goals.

She believes real estate is about more than just property, it’s about building lasting relationships and helping others plant roots. Outside of real estate, Andrea finds joy in nurturing her love for plants, embracing the calming rhythm of nature. She also enjoys exploring Yakima’s natural beauty and relaxing to the sounds of classical and jazz music. Her calm, thoughtful approach and attention to detail make her a trusted partner in any real estate journey.

When you work with Andrea, you're not just getting a realtor—you’re gaining a trusted partner who puts your needs first.