Most people know me as the real estate agent behind Homes by Harshaw, but this site? This is different.
I already have a business website that focuses on real estate—listings, market insights, and helping people buy and sell homes. That’s my professional side.
But this? This is the behind-the-scenes version.
This site is where I show the real me—my thoughts, my process, my design choices, and everything else that doesn’t fit into a polished sales pitch. There is no fluff, no filters—just me, my work, and my voice.
What’s the Point of This Website?
Let’s be REAL—this started as a class assignment for my Self-Promotional Website project. Still, I’m using it as an opportunity to create something that actually feels like me.
- Not just another portfolio – This isn’t some boring “Here’s what I’ve done” page. It’s about how I think and what I bring to the table.
- A brand that’s real, not robotic – I want this site to show the person behind the work.
- This is a place for my unfiltered thoughts. Business-me is great, but let’s get into the real-talk side of things.
How I’m Designing This Website
- Platform: Wix – Because I don’t need a headache. It’s easy to use, gives me control, and lets me design the site exactly how I want.
- Color Palette: Black, Red, and Gold – Strong, bold, and high-impact. Black for sleek professionalism, red for energy and passion, and gold to add a touch of sharp confidence. This also helps tie in my Business as it is the colors I designed.
- Typography: Clean, Strong, and No-Nonsense – I like bold, attention-grabbing fonts that make a statement. Expect big headers, clear text, and a layout that makes sense.
- Layout: Minimal but Impactful. There is no clutter or distractions. Just a strong, clean design that puts the focus where it should be—on the message.
What’s Going on This Site?
- Homepage – First impression needs to be bold, direct, and straight to the point. If people don’t get what I’m about in the first five seconds, I’ve done it wrong.
- About Me – Not the cookie-cutter “I’m passionate about helping people” fluff. I want this page to feel real—who I am, what I believe in, and why I do what I do.
- Portfolio – More than just past projects. I want to highlight the people I’ve worked with, the problems we’ve solved, and the wins we’ve had. This isn’t about just homes—it’s about the experience.
- Blog – I’m not here to write the same generic real estate articles you see everywhere. This is where I’ll talk about branding, Business, and the real things people need to know.
- Résumé – More than just a list of my experience. I want this section to show how my real estate and military background shape how I work, how I problem-solve, and how I help people make wise decisions.
- Contact—This is simple, direct, and free of unnecessary forms. It's just a way for people to reach out if they want to connect.
What’s Next?
- Locking down my homepage layout
- Fine-tuning typography and colors
- Starting my first blog post on branding and authenticity
This is just the start. Over the next few weeks, I’ll build this site into something that’s actually me—not just another portfolio but a space that reflects my voice, style, and genuine personality.
More updates coming soon—let’s see where this goes.
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