The Face of Real Estate: Erin Arksey & Blair Rota

Realtors Erin Arksey and Blair Rota are ‘client success obsessed.’

“We believe exceptional customer service and having leading edge technology systems in place allows us to position our clients not only on a pedestal in the eyes of the market, but it also allows us to execute our proven, repeatable marketing and negotiation skills,” says Blair. “A rising tide lifts all boats.”

Erin and Blair joined EXP Realty in Kamloops two years ago. “And boy, are we glad we did,” says Erin. “It’s a game changer being a part of a company that wants to help you succeed by building you up stronger financially and providing endless educational resources. There is a reason why we are globally the fastest growing brokerage.”

Erin and Blair aren’t just business partners, they are engaged to be married and are the proud parents of their new baby daughter, Charlee Jane. “It is actually the best working with my fiance,” says Erin. “Blair and I met through real estate.

It was so nice to find a partner who understands what it is like to be a real estate agent. And having aligned goals creates a solid business and life together. We aren’t typically in the office from 9-5 like most careers, but even when we do - we have a blast. We’re really thankful we have each other.”

Erin laddered into real estate working as a financial advisor at a credit union where she loved helping people secure mortgages. “Real estate seemed like the next step for me,” she says. “I wanted to own my own business with more financial freedom and control of my own hours. I love being out in the city and building relationships.”

Blair is following in the footsteps of his grandfather, who owned and operated a successful real estate brokerage in Kamloops. “I knew I always wanted to work with people in the community I grew up in,” says Blair. “I realized I had a passion for real estate and people. My grandfather always said there are no two days the same in real estate and that is exactly what I was looking for.”

“I wouldn’t necessarily say we have a typical client,” says Erin. “Everyone’s needs and wants are different in this market of first-time buyers, investors, home owners who are upsizing or downsizing, maybe looking to purchase a vacation property or perhaps the luxury buyers or sellers. In each of those categories, the age demographic really ranges.”

Erin and Blair are excited to grow as desirable and beautiful Kamloops grows, helping clients buy and sell affordable housing, new and pre-owned homes, townhomes and condominiums and luxury properties.