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DTPR SEPTEMBER THROUGH OCTOBER 2025 / FINANCE & REAL ESTATE
Her career has been anything but ordinary. From bookkeeping
and secretarial work to managing Alaskan Oil Gas Station bulk
fuel and delivery in Yavapai County, Naomi’s diverse background
has shaped her resilient entrepreneurial spirit. Her love for
community and family is evident; she is proud grandmother to 17
grandchildren, a great-grandmother to five, and has four fur-babies.
Naomi’s dedication to her clients, community, and her family
exemplifies the true heart of Old Town Cottonwood. Naomi
is actively involved in the community regularly supporting
numerous charities and her local church.
For me, Naomi is one of the OGs of OTC - the Original
Gals of Old Town Cottonwood, an a complete charm to
be with. If you see a sweet red convertible Mercedes SLC
kicking the gas and swooping off with an ‘Adobe One’
(kinobi) license plate - you have found your Gal.
Why Old Town Cottonwood?
Naomi first discovered this charming town through her
daughter, who saw its potential as a hub of activity and
culture. In the early days, the town was modest, with only
a few establishments like Nic’s and a local bar. Today, Old
Town has transformed into a vibrant corridor filled with
restaurants, shops, wine tasting rooms, and year-round
festivals that draw visitors from all over.
Real Estate and Growth Real estate in the Verde Valley
has seen remarkable growth, riding the national market
rollercoaster, and reflecting its rising popularity. Naomi’s
own real estate journey mirrors this trend: buying and
selling properties, witnessing condo values move and
overall rise from $150K in 2004, to $50K in 2008, to
over $330K today. Her insights into the market— from
commercial properties to quaint homes— highlight the
diverse opportunities for buyers and investors.
The growth isn’t limited to real estate. Old Town’s reputation
as a premier tourist destination blossomed around 2011-2012,
attracting visitors who come for its wineries, art galleries, and
outdoor adventures. Naomi notes that the town’s transformation
has been fueled by passionate residents and entrepreneurs who
saw its potential early on.