One of the most powerful moments of the Partner Real Estate 2025 Gala didn’t come from rankings, awards, or announcements — it came from the voices of the people Partner Real Estate serves every day.
During the evening, several VIP clients took the stage to share their personal stories, offering a moving reminder of why real estate is more than transactions. It’s about families, faith, timing, and trusted guidance during life’s most important moments.
Among those stories was one that deeply resonated with everyone in the room.
A Family’s Journey, A Home Found Together
Jerry Dirmann stood on stage alongside his wife Kimberly, joined by their son Jonathan, daughter-in-law Marlene, and their grandchildren. Together, they shared how Partner Real Estate helped them navigate a challenging season — and ultimately brought their family under one roof.
“We purchased a home together as a family through Partner Real Estate,” Jerry shared. “And we had an amazing experience.”
But their journey didn’t begin with a home search.
Earlier in the year, their son Jonathan — only 30 years old — became seriously ill. Doctors discovered extremely high toxin levels in his body, eventually identifying mold in his home as the cause. Jonathan was unable to eat, and his family knew something had to change.
“When we found out there was mold in their home, they came to live with us in our very small townhome,” Kimberly explained.
As the family prayed for direction, they felt called to do something unconventional — buy a home together as one family.
Guided with Patience, Care, and Trust
That’s when Darla Gogen, a real estate professional with Partner Real Estate, entered their story.
The family first connected with Darla after a friend searched for homes on Zillow and came across her profile. From the beginning, Darla didn’t just show homes — she introduced them to the Partner Real Estate difference.
“She told us this company was not like other companies,” Jerry said. “She bragged on Partner Real Estate and how amazing they were.”
As many families experience, the process wasn’t linear. They viewed multiple properties, changed their minds several times, and weighed big decisions together.
“Yes. No. Yes. No,” Kimberly laughed. “And Darla was so patient with us.”
Even as the family continued searching on Zillow daily, Darla stayed focused on what truly mattered — finding the right home, not just any home.
Ultimately, it was Darla who introduced them to the property they would purchase — the home they now love.
More Than a Transaction
After moving in, the family experienced what they described as a series of blessings — from being able to repaint the home exactly how they wanted to installing new flooring and creating a healthy, fresh environment.
“God fulfilled promises to us,” Jerry shared. “We were holding onto scriptures, praying, and God answered those prayers.”
For the Dirmann family, the experience was about more than square footage or price points. It was about health, healing, and togetherness — and having an agent and a team who understood the weight of the moment.
“We are so grateful for Darla and for Partner Real Estate,” Kimberly said. “We absolutely love our home.”
Why Client Stories Matter
Stories like the Dirmanns’ are why Partner Real Estate places such a strong emphasis on VIP client experiences. While awards and rankings matter, leadership consistently emphasizes that success is measured by the lives impacted along the way.
At the gala, their story served as a powerful reminder that great real estate service requires:
- Patience
- Empathy
- Professional expertise
- And a team that puts people first
A Commitment to Serving Families at Every Stage
As Partner Real Estate moves into its next chapter, these client stories remain at the heart of the company’s mission.
Whether helping first-time buyers, growing families, or multi-generational households navigating life’s unexpected challenges, Partner Real Estate continues to focus on what matters most: guiding people home with care, integrity, and excellence.
The 2025 Gala wasn’t just a celebration of success — it was a celebration of stories like this one, and the trust clients place in Partner Real Estate every day.
