"Richelle has a deep-rooted background in real estate that dates back to her childhood. Having both her parents as Realtors, Richelle grew to love the business from a young age. Today, history repeats itself as she runs her own real estate team alongside her husband, Josh West. Together they form The West Team and focus on residential real estate in the city of Ottawa and surrounding areas. In 2008, Richelle graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with her Honours in Political Science and a specialization in International Relations and Business. Her passion for human rights and global affairs inspired her to pursue a career in helping others. However, her strong interest in business and her family history led her to Real Estate. When choosing a brokerage Richelle was determined to find a company that could bridge her passion for helping others and provide the education needed to be a step ahead of the rest. Committed to giving back to communities, putting family and values first and emphasizing the importance of education, Keller Williams was the perfect brand. Aside from Real Estate, Richelle has a strong passion for sports and travel. She is an avid golfer, a huge NFL and NHL fan, and can often be found on the volleyball court or in a softball diamond. Her love for travel has taken her to many exotic places with each new adventure creating a greater urge for the next. Richelle strongly believes in finding the right home or investment for her clients. Her ultimate goal with every client is to create a client for life. It is never just about the transaction at hand and always about the people behind it. Her ability to effectively communicate, work under pressure and deal tactfully with difficult situations has amounted to her early success as a Realtor. If you have any questions about the real estate market or what to expect when buying a home, contact Richelle by email at Richelle@TheWestTeam.ca."