I grew up in a small rural community in central Illinois about 80 miles south of Chicago. I moved to the Omaha metro area in 2005. I currently reside in the beautiful Loess Hills in Glenwood, IA with my beautiful family, daughter, Nevaeh and my husband, John. I have 3 bonus daughters Andi, Sammie, & Steph and 5 grandchildren Taylynn, Josiah, Jakobe, Nora Jane & Indigo. We are grateful that my mother-in-law Irene is able to live close as well.
If you have never waited a tables, this is a job I think everyone should experience! I started out as a server at the age of 14 and did this until I was 32! During that time, I learned several things: listen, anticipate what people need before they know they need it, be kind, and provide excellent customer service. Those things create relationships and repeat clients.
Isn’t moving the worst?! Even when everything goes perfectly, moving can still be so stressful. Here’s what helps: knowing what to expect. I’ll educate you every step of the way to make this home buying experience as smooth as possible.
I am a patriot at heart and my biggest passion is helping Veterans and their families by helping them achieve the American dream of homeownership. I am also a proud supporter of the 50 Mile March Foundation.
I’m going through my first decade with the career I couldn’t imagine being without and I now see every day as an opportunity to meet a new client-soon-to-turn-into-a-friend and help someone find their next new chapter.
Best advice I have received:
Invest in yourself. You can afford it, trust me!
Things you never knew about Rachel:
- I went to High School in the smallest public school in the state of Illinois. I graduated with 18 in my class. I played softball and was a cheerleader!
- I am a diehard Chicago Cubs & Bears fan!
- My favorite food is anything sweet. I cannot resist chocolate. Plus I love TACOS, I mean who doesn’t love TACOS?!?!
- I am a bonus mom to 3 amazing girls and 1 little girl of my own. And I am a bonus grandma! YEP! I was a grandma before I was a mom!
- When I drink iced tea it makes me super amped up! I talk a million miles and minute, just ask my coworkers!
- I enjoy reading and traveling!
- I love the great outdoors. My family and I love trying new camping spots in Iowa, Missouri, & Nebraska.
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My Team
Krystal Arneson
Loan Partner
Krystal is the primary architect behind Team Pierce’s smooth front end process as she is tasked with making sure all the right pieces are in place. Her expertise in all things mortgage has garnered her a surplus of five-star reviews from clients and partners. She thrives under pressure and excels at multi-tasking and is a huge asset to our team!
Krystal grew up in Billings, Montana where she attended college and met her husband. She has lived in Ohio, Iowa, North Dakota and finally landed in Nebraska due to her husband’s job. She currently lives in Omaha, NE with her son Owen, 15 and her husband Kyle.
While in Billings she worked in retail selling shoes and cosmetics and also managed an amusement park in the summer months. Krystal continued to work in retail as a manager until the family moved to Fargo where she worked as an escrow officer in the title industry for 7 years. She has now transitioned to the mortgage world which she loves. Krystal loves being able to work with clients to achieve their real estate dreams. Making sure to communicate the details and expectations to the clients is what she strives to make sure is done each day as buying a home is a big deal.
Best advice Krystal has received:
You cannot take your money to the grave so spend it on who you love and what you love doing now!
Things you never knew about Krystal:
- She was a regional ranked swimmer in the 100 yard and 200 yard butterfly in both high school and club swimming, and also played soccer.
- She is a huge fan of the New Orleans Saints and Cleveland Indians.
- Her favorite food is candy. That is really all she eats other than cheese pizza. She is super picky.
- She DOES NOT EAT bacon, fish, or steak.
- If she could spend each day by the beach in the Caribbean she would.
- Her dream car to cruise in is a pearl tangerine Plymouth Prowler.
Sammie Pierce
Loan Partner
Sammie grew up in Glenwood, Iowa, where she attended school and crossed paths with her now-fiancé, Trent. Presently, they reside in Plattsmouth alongside their dog trifecta: Cleo, Athena, and Gypsy.
Before getting into the mortgage industry, Sammie’s work experiences included caregiving for individuals with disabilities, waiting tables, delivering pizzas, and working with kids at a local daycare.
She has loved the past 5 years to the mortgage world.
The most impactful advice Sammie received is a timeless one:
Always be kind.
Here are a couple of lesser-known facts about her:
- Sammie lived in over 15 different houses in the area during her upbringing.
- She has a deep appreciation for quality chicken strips.
- Fish is a BIG FAT NO for her
- Her preferred travel destination is Florida to visit family
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