Kathy Wilhelm lives where she works. A local resident since moving to Shalimar with her Air Force family at the age of 2, Kathy is familiar with all of Okaloosa County. She got her start in real estate in 1977 when she joined her parents, Fred and Kathleen Bowman, in the family-owned real estate company in Crestview. She's been a full-time real estate professional ever since. Kathy settled in Crestview in 1983 with her husband James, a home builder and avid saltwater fisherman.

Their daughter Katie plays school and club volleyball, and enjoys her church youth activities and shopping almost as much as her Mom!

James' son Jim and daughter Jennifer have given them beautiful grandchildren. The family is not complete, though, without Roxie, the beloved chocolate lab.

When Kathy is not working, she spends time with her family and friends. For personal relaxation, she chooses to read, enjoys great views, especially sunsets and sunrises (which she occasionally gets to photograph!) and loves a good movie.

Although a homebody at heart, Kathy enjoys traveling, both for business and pleasure. During football season, you'll find Kathy cheering for her alma mater, the Florida State University Seminoles, unless Katie's playing volleyball!

Training on the latest in real estate trends is an important part of Kathy's business development. As a certified trainer for ERA, Kathy periodically teaches new ERA agents how to get started in the business of Real Estate. What a great way to stay tuned into what's happening in the marketplace!