Rindy's "House-Sold" Team of Real Estate Specialists

Rindy Merrifield, Associate Broker/Listing Agent

Rindy has been a licensed Real Estate Broker Associate with Lyon Real Estate since 1996 and in that time has established herself as one of the top agents in her area with such designations as: Lyon Rookie of the Year in 1997, #2 agent in the Lyon Company in 1999, #1 agent in the Lyon Company in 2000 and ranked consistently in the top 1% of agents in the Tri-County area as well as country-wide.

Rindy keeps active in the Real Estate Community by involving herself in various organizations. She belongs to the Placer County Association of Realtors® (PCAR) and has been very active in many of their committees including the Marketing and the Masters Club Steering Committee. Rindy was elected to the Placer County Association of Realtors® Board of Directors in 2004, has served as the Secretary/Treasurer in 2005, as President-Elect 2006 and President in 2007.

Rindy is also a member of the Women’s Council of Realtors®, the California and National Association of Realtors®, the Rocklin Chamber of Commerce, and the Local State & National Dental Hygiene Associations. In order to facilitate the sale of her clients homes Rindy has earned the designation of an Accredited Staging Professional which allows her to “stage” homes which traditionally sell faster and for more money.

Before entering the Real Estate field, Rindy was a Registered Dental Hygienist and also spent 8 of those years as a national public speaker to health professionals throughout the country. She has a BA in Marketing and Administration, two children, Mike and Jodi and 2 grandchildren, Joshua and Hannah.

In her free time, Rindy loves to play golf, racquetball or just spending time at home playing the piano or watching movies. Having lived in the Sacramento/Placer County area since 1972, Rindy has extensive knowledge of the area and prides herself as being one of the top agents in these counties. Along with her team, her involvement and her commitment and service to her clients, the name “Rindy Merrifield” has become a “House-Sold” name!

Rindy Merrifield Associate Broker/Listing Agent
Office: 916-787-7711
Cell: 916-276-1010
Fax: 916-624-4043
Email: Rindy@Rindy-Merrifield.com

Mike Bailey, Listing Agent

Mike Bailey, Rindy’s real estate partner and son, joined her with a multitude of knowledge from his 18 years as Division Operations Manager for United Parcel Service. Mike also has a BA degree in Marketing and Business Administration.

Mike has a passion for real estate. He states, “I have been investing in real estate for 15 years and have always wanted to get into the business. Becoming a Licensed Real Estate Agent was an easy decision for Mike. “The opportunity presented itself at the right time and afforded me the ability to bring my business management background to the Rindy Merrifield Team.”

Away from the work environment, Mike is a sports enthusiast. He holds a Black Belt in Kenpo Karate and likes to spend summer evening’s wakeboarding on the lake. Mike and his wife, Rhonda, love to travel and plan to spend time in Europe every year. For relaxation, Mike plays the guitar or likes to watch movies.

As a 35 year resident of Sacramento and Placer Counties, Mike’s knowledge of the Greater Sacramento area has proven invaluable in helping his seller clients sell their home and buyer clients to find the perfect place to call home. His commitment to quality service, knowledge and follow up with clients gives his clients the security of knowing that the sale or purchase of their home is given the utmost attention.

Mike is a member of:

Placer County Association of Realtors®
California Association of Realtors®
National Association of Realtors®
Rocklin Chamber of Commerce

Mike Bailey, Listing Agent
Office: 916-787-7702
Cell: 916-622-5540
Fax: 916-746-7702
Email: mbailey@golyon.com

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Lisa Moore, Business Manager

Lisa’s career in the real estate industry has been going on for 10 years now as a Licensed Agent, Office Manager and escrow/transaction coordinator. As the newest member of Rindy’s Team of Professionals, Lisa is a real estate assistant and is the business manager and transaction coordinator. She takes care of all of the details of each transaction and keeps everyone up to date with what is happening on the progress of their home sale and escrow process.

Away from work Lisa spends a lot of her time with family, including her 3 granddaughters!. Lisa was raised in Nevada County and has lived in Nevada/Placer counties for the past 30 years, currently in Newcastle with her husband Ernie. Other hobbies of Lisa’s include skiing, motorcycle riding with her husband, jet skiing, camping and hiking.

Lisa Moore - Business Manager
Office: 916-787-7722
Fax: 916-784-1114
Email: lisa@teamrindy.com

Lori Calmes, Marketing Director

Lori Calmes, Marketing Director Lori has worked in various offshoots of the real estate industry, starting off as an Office Assistant in a Real Estate Appraisal Company to 5 years as the Operations Manager for a multi inspector Home Inspection Company. Lori joined Rindy’s Team of Professionals as their Public Relations and Marketing Director, designing and coordinating marketing materials and publications. Her goal is to make sure people are aware of our team, the quality of service, real estate knowledge, ability to perform and the team service we provide to our community.

Away from real estate Lori’s passion in life is going on photographic adventures with her husband Bob. They travel across the country and into Canada capturing the awesome scenes of nature they encounter. Their specialties include Fine Art canvas panoramic prints, lighthouses and coastal scenes as well as macro floral photography. Lori has lived in the greater Sacramento area for the past 24 years, spending the past 9 years at her home in the beautiful foothills of Placer County.

Lori Calmes, Marketing Director
Office: 916-787-7710
Fax: 916-746-7510
Email: lcalmes@golyon.com

Skip Cappawana, Buyer's Specialist

Skip was born and raised in New York City. In 1961 his family moved to Southern California where he graduated from High School and then joined the Military in 1967. Skip retired from the Navy in 1991 while here in Sacramento and returned to college at Sac State, graduating in 1997. During this time he worked for the San Juan Unified School District as an Employment Technician for 12 years retiring in 2003. Real Estate was going very well and Skip started a new career with World Savings as a Community Loan Officer. In 2007 a new opportunity presented itself and Skip started as a Buyer’s Agent for Rindy Merrifield’s Team of Real Estate Professionals at Lyon Real Estate.

When not at work Skip enjoys spending time with his wife Laurie, their five children and eight grandchildren, relaxing at home were they enjoy swimming and barbequing! Other hobbies of Skip’s include golf & bowling.

Skip Cappawana Buyer’s Specialist
916-768-4072
Email: scappawana@golyon.com