OVBA Spotlight: Successful Home Caretaker Considered as “The Boutique of the Business”

By Justin Yates

          When SharRee Lowe, of Lowe’s Property Specialties, Inc., says, “It’s all about quality,” she means what she says. Her quest for quality is accentuated by her desire to add her own “personal touch.” Everyone knows when SharRee has overseen the work. For, when it is done, it looks clean, immaculate, and “personal.” Her final touch and trademark is a bouquet of flowers left for the “welcome home,” after she has performed the final walk-through. She has been described as “the boutique of the business.” Her ultimate wish is for her customers to be impressed.

          As a mother of three, SharRee not only knows how to tenderly care for her own little ones, but she also knows how to treat her customers’ homes as her own. SharRee oversees the care of multiple properties in the Ogden Valley. She becomes the homeowners’ eyes and ears when they are away, making sure the homes are secure and safe. She is responsible for any maintenance issues, including snow removal, cleaning, and event planning upon request.

          To maintain her identity as an elite property specialist, SharRee hires out local, trusted and quality sub-contractors to do exceptional work. This work might include landscaping, cleaning, and plumbing. However, if need be, she’s “not afraid to be hands on.” SharRee has no need to advertise. Business usually comes simply by word of mouth, because the reputation of her business speaks for itself. To her, gaining new customers is gaining new friends.

          Besides running her own business, she has managed Nordic Mountain Water for eight years. She also manages the Elk Run commercial building in Eden, and she works as a part-time server at Harley and Buck’s at Wolf Creek Utah Resort. Despite all of this, she manages to spend a significant amount of time at home with her family, for which she is grateful. Her husband, Norm, has also been a big help in making everything possible.

          In addition to being a successful business owner, SharRee has been an active member of the Ogden Valley Business Association (OVBA) for several years. Her efforts in the organization have been exceptional. This is her second term as the Association’s treasurer and a member of the Board of Directors. Her business was recognized as the OVBA Volunteer Business of the Year for 2011 for the outstanding sacrifice and service she has offered. She appreciates the opportunity to serve and take part as a member business. The opportunity to be a member is an opportunity to coordinate with local businesses, share ideas, and meet new people. She wants other businesses in the area who are not currently members to know that membership helps with exposure, better promotions, and improved recognition.

          SharRee continues to work hard and enjoys what she does. She will soon receive her real estate license, manifesting her ongoing quest for excellence. She can be found on the OVBA website, www.OVBA.org. There, visitors will also find information on additional member businesses, discounts, and the complete list of membership benefits.