Janine Yurkin

Janine Yurkin

Janine is our fabulous Office Manager and Closing Coordinator and takes care of every little detail to ensure that our clients have a smooth trouble-free closing.
Please tell us a little bit about you and your family.
I was born and raised in the NY/NJ area. I moved to Hilton Head 7 years ago and do not ever see myself moving back to the tri-state area. My husband, Tom,  and I love living in paradise. We have 5 children between the both of us and 3 beautiful granddaughters. We are definitely a version of the Bradey bunch.
Please tell us about your current career. Thing you love most about what you do.
I am the closing coordinator/office manager at Hilton Head Island Real Estate Brokers. The thing I love most about my job is helping people and being a part of their excitement during the closing process.
What inspired you or led you to your current career?
Our move.
What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Frankie Bones, NYC Pizza, Black Marlin, and Pomodori Italian Restaurant
If you could travel anywhere in the world (safely) right now, where would it be and why?
Hawaii to see our son
What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Lone Survivor or RV with Robin Williams  – Law and Order is my favorite TV show.
What advice would you give to people?
Life is too short-enjoy it while you can
What is something on your bucket list?
Well…one day go to Italy when all is safe.
What is your go-to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Sugarland
What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Coligny Beach
If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
A friend from NJ who I miss very much. Meet at Dockside for the great views.
What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The Family feeling of the island.
Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Enjoying life!
What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you? (friends or family).
I hate liver…hahaha
What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
The Emerald Waters
If you were cast in a movie and could choose your costar, who would it be?
George Clooney or Bradley Cooper
Favorite month? holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
June. Christmas and January 31st my birthday
What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
George Clooney or Bradley Cooper
Who inspires you to be better?
My husband and children.
What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Laundry in the dryer ( Downy Fresh)- Coconut based sun tan lotion.
If a movie was made of your life, who would you want to play you?
Sandra Bullock
Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Living in Paradise.

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