by Sophia Root,

Commerce Chenango

CHENANGO COUNTY - This week, Commerce Chenango would like to highlight The Parker Walsh Team of Keller Williams, a locally owned real estate business serving Chenango County and surrounding areas.

The team, owned and operated by Kevin and Gretchen Walsh, specializes in guiding clients through situations such as becoming empty nesters, retirement, selling a loved one’s estate, helping parents move, purchasing a first home, or moving into another home.

They also work with investors buying or selling single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties.

The business was founded in 1986 as Peggy Parker Real Estate by Gretchen’s parents, Peggy and Jerry Parker and has remained family-owned from the beginning. Kevin and Gretchen Walsh took over running the business in 2007.

In 2015, the team made the strategic decision to partner with Keller Williams Realty. Benefits of this partnership include the ability to compete with larger firms, and gaining access to strong business models, advanced training, technology, and marketing tools. They rebranded as the Parker Walsh Team while retaining family roots and independent operation.

Owner Gretchen Walsh said, “From the very beginning, the support of our community has been unwavering, and it is something we never take for granted.” She continues, “Our business has grown through the trust of family, friends, neighbors, and referrals, and that support has made us not only better professionals, but better people. For that to continue, we are committed to continually learning, evolving, and being true students of our industry so we can give our clients the very best service, guidance, and care in return.”

With 25 years of experience, the team understands market trends and can pivot to best support clients in a changing real estate economy. They utilize a true team model rather than a single agent approach. Clients will encounter an agent, transaction coordinator, and the team administrative assistant.

On top of eating, shopping, volunteering and sponsoring events locally, the Parker Walsh Team has a tent and free popcorn at Chobani Saturdays in the Park. The team also gives back by organizing their annual Blessing Basket event and back to school supply drive.

Walsh said, “We value our presence in the community, and the trust clients place in us during major life moments when buying or selling real estate is part of that equation. We are also incredibly proud of the collaborative team we have built and the strong reputation they have earned within the community.”

Additionally, Walsh takes pride in how the team presents listings online. “We work closely with clients to ensure their homes are show-ready because we know the first home showing happens online and presentation truly makes a difference.”

The Parker Walsh Team’s Norwich office is open Monday through Friday, and by appointment as needed. They maintain an active online presence through our website and social media, keep up with them on platforms including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.