Despite a couple of the toughest real estate markets in decades, managing broker Marti Reeder has proven that expertise and dedication rise above challenges, earning her a coveted spot among the top 1% of John L. Scott agents in 2024 and 2025. John L. Scott has more than 100 offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California and more than 3,300 residential specialists, including Marti, who celebrated 20 years as a REALTOR® in October 2024.
Being named to the top 1% in the individual category is a significant accomplishment, achieved by only 33 other John L. Scott REALTORS®. This is particularly impressive because 2024 saw the lowest level of home sales since 1995, according to the National Association of REALTORS®, and 2025 was no better. Because of Marti’s expertise, experience and approachability, home buyers and sellers turn to her and her dedicated team for help with one of the largest financial decisions of their lifetime.
“Having navigated countless market cycles, and the last few years with mortgage rates that doubled overnight, the past two years have been among the toughest I’ve seen,” Marti said. “With the support of my incredible team, including my husband Merle, we have been able to adapt to changing market conditions and successfully help our clients navigate a volatile industry. This is truly a ‘Team’ sport! I couldn’t do this without them.”
In addition to becoming a One-Percenter, Marti has won Best REALTOR® awards in Kent and Covington many times. As a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Marti has been a top producer in John L. Scott’s Kent-Covington office and has won the Chairman’s Circle Award multiple times, running up to Top 1%. Marti has ranked #105 in REAL Trends selection of America’s Best real estate professionals in Washington State. This list consists of the top 1.5% of REALTORS® across the country.
For those looking to buy or sell with an expert team that thrives even in challenging markets, visit TeamMarti.com or call 253-234-7626.
About Marti Reeder and Team Marti
Marti Reeder is a full-service REALTOR® and managing broker of Team Marti with John L. Scott Real Estate. Team Marti includes husband Merle, who joined the team after a long career in residential construction; Lara Henry, marketing specialist; Evie Cusano, operations assistant; and Kevin Craft, transaction coordinator. Together Team Marti assists real estate buyers and sellers in understanding and navigating complex transactions whether they are buying their dream homes, downsizing, or moving into the area from out of state.
In addition to her full-time real estate career, Reeder has been a supporter of the local Kent-Covington community by being members of the Kent and Covington Chambers of Commerce, and supports Rotary, Kiwanis, KentHOPE, Kent Community Foundation, Young Life, and is a member of the Kent Guild of Seattle Children’s Hospital.