OUR BROKERS
Experience & Reliability
We understand that buying or selling your home is serious business. Our expert agents are the face of Phelps Real Estate Group, Inc..
We are dedicated to meeting all your property needs. Find the perfect expert for you today!
MARJORIE PHELPS
Employing Broker & Owner
I started visiting Colorado in 1996 and in 1998 moved to the beautiful western slope. I moved from southern Virginia, and upstate New York, where I had a farm and raised Registered Polled Hereford breeding stock and 4 daughters. I was also working as an Employment Counselor for the State of Virginia and later as a retail manager and trainer for large retail chain. After my 4 daughters graduated from college my itchy foot took over and I came West, traveling and camping extensively and finally settling in Ridgway.
Decided to become a Realtor. I started selling subdivisions, mainly, and learning how to build a house and infrastructure. I met so many wonderful people and just felt as if I found the career that completely suited me. After 2 years I became a Broker/Owner of my own company. Have been doing that ever since except for a 7 year stint as broker for Keller Williams. I have successfully done over 500 deals since getting my license. New construction came to a screeching halt in 2007 so I expanded my business to include resales, vacant land, some commercial, and small ranches.
During my years as Realtor I have served as President of local MLS, Treasurer of Regional MLS, President and State Representative for Montrose Association of Realtors, and Instructor for American Dream Real Estate School. I am now Broker/Owner of Phelps Real Estate Group with 13 Broker Associates all with experience, honesty, knowledge, and caring.
(970) 209-7751
BILL SCHARF
Managing Broker
CO Certified Residential Appraiser
Bill is a combination of amazing work ethic and determination. He is an active Real Estate Appraiser and brings that unique skill set to Phelps Real Estate Group, Inc. This gives him the ability to perform different types of appraisals to establish and certify property values instead of depending on less accurate methods typically used to estimate prices. His appraisal business, Mountain West Appraisal Service, has been serving the Montrose, Ouray, Delta and San Miguel County areas for the past 27 years. He is known by his clients for being fair and honest. He welcomes hard work and is willing to go above and beyond for his clients. Bill is a fifth generation resident of Montrose. His family first settled in the Spring Creek area in the early 1900’s as farmers and ranchers. Bill has worked the same ground that his great-great grandfather did. His heart is tied to this community and he hopes to help others plant roots here. He is also a family man. He has been married to his wife, Laci, for 14 years. Together they have two sons named Cade & Dalton, and one daughter named Josie. He is an attentive and fun father and loving husband. Bill is also an avid outdoorsman. He enjoys all the bounty that the Western Slope has to offer and he can be found in the surrounding mountains hunting, fishing, or riding in his UTV.
Bill looks forward to earning your business and helping you with all of your real estate needs whether it is appraisals, sales or consulting.
(970) 209-2352
AARON WILCOX
Broker Associate
Aaron Wilcox is joining the Phelps team with a multicultural background from years spent in Mexico and as a current Spanish teacher in Olathe. He understands the challenge of raising a family on the Western Slope especially when it comes to finding affordable housing, and looks forward to helping his clients navigate this task. He has three daughters and loves spending time outside with his family when he is not busy coaching the climbing team.
Habla español y le gusta ayudar a los latinos que ya llaman a Colorado su hogar.
(417) 483-9878
BETSY SPITZER
Broker Associate
Considering education an integral part of real estate, Betsy has received her GRI (over 90 hours), ABR (Accredited Buyers), and REO specialist credentials. Consistently improving her skills by staying abreast of the market, and strong continuing education. Selling residential, vacant land, small farms and income property she has closed up to 400 transactions.
Growing up in the Midwest she learned the value of integrity, honesty and trustworthiness early. She attributes this to her success in real estate, along with hard work, education and a genuine passion for the industry. Having raised her two sons in the central mountains of Colorado, she moved to Montrose in 2005 to continue her career as a real estate Broker Associate. Betsy is fortunate enough to have her youngest son and 5 and 8 year old granddaughters living in Montrose. She feels like she is the luckiest of Grams to be able to live close to at least 2 out of 5 grand kids.
Betsy is an avid outdoor person, biking, hiking, cross country skiing and always enjoying the Uncompahgre Valley. Let her help you meet your real estate needs, to guide you through the process in a professional manner in which you feel comfortable and informed on all aspects of the process.
(970) 901-1181
DANA ROESENER
Broker Associate
Dana has several years of Real Estate experience in Montrose, CO. She has a passion for helping others realize why Montrose and the surrounding areas are so unique and a great place to call home. Along with her husband and her four children, she is frequently enjoying all the natural beauty that we have in Montrose. Dana is involved within the community in a variety of areas. When not helping people achieve their real estate dreams, you can find her coaching youth soccer or being involved with small businesses around town. She is eager to share her love for “why Montrose?”.
Just call her and ask her “why Montrose?”.
(970) 596-9484
DAWN CARSON
Broker Associate
I came to the Delta Montrose area 30 years ago after being a resident of Hawaii for 15 years. I love Colorado because of the closeness to family and a great place to raise my children and now watching our 12 grandchildren grow. Had worked 12 years in Fire /Ems and then for the last 8 years in the Insurance industry with my husband , who currently owns Fred Carson Shelter Insurance Agency in Delta. I love working with people in those industries and feel that gives me an understanding helping people with their Real Estate needs. Love volunteering in the community, have worked with chambers of commerce and other community minded organizations . But our passion lies in helping with veteran organizations especially Base Camp 40 which takes veterans on hunting and fishing trips. Excited to for this new endeavor in Real Estate and helping you find your perfect property.
(970) 589-9748
DEBORAH REED
Broker Associate
I am a long time transplant to the area and have never regretted the move. Our daughter was born here and learned to ski at nearby Telluride Ski Resort, later becoming a member of the US Ski Team (freestyle aerials) traveling the World Cup Circuit. Telluride is just flat out awesome skiing! I am into weightlifting as a way to keep the cobwebs clear, and love just being outside enjoying all we have in this area. Not everyone is lucky enough to have a view of the San Juan Mountains as they go to work. Living and working in this high mountain valley in Western Colorado is a dream come true!
(970) 209-1396
GIA PIRELLI
Broker Associate
I am a real estate agent who handles business quickly and knows how to take excellent care of my clients, while making property transactions fun and enjoyable. I started my professional career in the fast-paced movie industry doing strategic planning and business development for Universal Pictures. I was known for listening, anticipating needs and problem solving. My job was to ensure our partners and top executives had the right resources to make business run smoothly and efficiently. Building on that success I founded a consulting company, Adwater & Stirr, which I ran until moving to the Western Slope over twenty years ago. I wanted to be closer to family and soon fell in love with style of life Southwest Colorado has to offer. I began investing in real estate soon after arriving in the Montrose area and have a lot of personal experience in buying and selling residential and investment properties. I also started and ran a successful full-service salon which enabled me to develop long standing relationships with a wide network of clients and business professionals. This means that not only can I provide you with excellent service but I also have people for whatever your real estate needs may be. I specialize in unique properties and look forward to serving you.
(970) 787-0485
KIMBERLI MONTGOMERY
Broker Associate
Kim comes to us with a background in banking, management and excellent customer service.
She spends her off time traveling, going to concerts, and hiking the Colorado mountain trails. Kim prides herself in providing excellent service in all your Real Estate needs. Kim is excited to partner with this group of professionals and making your Real Estate dreams come true.
(970) 275-3811
LISA AUTRY-CORSENTINO
Broker Associate
Lisa Autry-Corsentino is a native of “Colorful Colorado” and was born and raised in the “Mile High City” , Denver. In her spare time she enjoy cooking, gardening, home renovation and interior decorating. Real estate was a natural career choice for her. With over 25 years real estate sales experience coupled with being a real estate appraiser, she will be able to meet your real estate needs. She is looking forward to helping you find your dream home in our historic western community of Montrose or surrounding areas.
(970) 275-0148
LURA KUCHYT
Broker Associate
Lura Kuchyt has been a member of the Montrose community since 1998 and is excited to turn her focus towards Real Estate. With a passion for service in Montrose County, Lura is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Phelps Real Estate team, Lura carries the values of hard work, dedication, detail and integrity, she learned from her mid-west upbringing into everything she does. When Lura isn’t helping you find your forever home she enjoys spending time riding the beautiful mountain trails of Western Colorado, camping, gardening and spending time with family. Lura lives in the city of Montrose with her husband, Randy.
Now is the time to let Lura help you with finding your forever home. Whether it is buying, selling, investing or coordinating your transaction she’s willing to help.
(970) 596-7641
PAT COHEN
Broker Associate
Pat Cohen has been a full time Real Estate Agent in the Montrose area for the past 22 years.
She is experienced in residential sales, vacant land, commercial real estate, farm and ranch as well as rezoning and subdivisions. Servicing Montrose, Delta and Ouray Counties, she works in partnership with her husband Harvey and daughter Emily who services the Grand Junction area.
(970) 596-5859
REBECCA TALLENT
Broker Associate
I have spent most of my life in this area and I feel like the people here are all my family. I have been in business in the Delta and Montrose area for over 30 years. My husband, Lynn & I have been in the new construction business since 2000. We have built many quality, custom homes in both Delta and Montrose counties and the surrounding Western Slope area. Our homes range in price from entry level to luxury as we pride ourselves in making our clients budget and needs work together to create their perfect home. In my real estate business I specialize in new construction, however, I keep busy with property management and resale buyers as well. I can coordinate the sale of your current home with the building schedule of your dream home and make it all work for you which will ease the transition. My favorite part of new construction is choosing the finishing products and coordinating colors of flooring, paint, cabinets and all the other details which can become mind-boggling to some. It is so rewarding to see families take possession of their new home with such excitement and sense of accomplishment. I also stay busy with various community service organizations because I feel it is so important to give back and to take care of where I live and the people that share this wonderful area with me. I cherish the history of our western slope area and believe that the significance of our history helps us live a better life today. Lynn and I have two grown children, Derek and Rachel. I am proud to say that my daughter, Rachel, is also a realtor in the Chicago area. Derek has traveled all over the western United States as a wildland firefighter for the last 10 years. It goes without saying that I am so very proud of him as well. We enjoy spending time with our family, traveling to new adventures, weekends at our cabin retreat, antiquing and vintage cars.
(970) 209-0803
SHANE DALY
Broker Associate
Hi, I’m Shane Daly. I was born in California, but thankfully my parents had the good sense to move back to Colorado when I was still very young. I feel very blessed to have grown up on the Western Slope, with all the freedoms and seemingly endless adventures it has to offer. I was welcomed to the Phelps team in early 2021. My dad is an electrical contractor and has been investing in real estate for years, so I have been peripherally involved in new construction, property management, and the buying and selling of real estate for most of my life. I married my wife Joanna in 2014. After a couple years of marriage, we wanted to start our family but weren’t quite ready for a baby yet, so we adopted our oldest daughter Selena through foster care when she was 12. Later we were able to adopt another beautiful little girl Audrey, and on January 1, 2021, my beautiful wife gave birth to our third daughter Daphne. As a father I know that the value of a home is not strictly financial. Therefore, I aim to treat every client like a close friend with their best interest and desires at the center of every transaction. I would love for the opportunity to represent you.
(970) 596-0225