Chris Bell: The Inland Northwest’s Commercial Real Estate Expert

Chris Bell, a multiple-time top-producing broker at NAI Black, is leaving his mark on the economic landscape of the Inland Northwest. His repeat status as a Co-Star Power Broker speaks to his expertise and dedication in the eld of commercial real estate.

“I love to be at the forefront of economic development, bringing new jobs and creating opportunities for people in our market,” Chris says. “The deals I work on change the landscape of the area making it a place where people want to live, work, and play.”

You may have walked into several buildings that Chris has secured over the years. He was part of the brokerage team responsible for bringing Tavolata to the renovated Old City Hall building and the brand-new Chick- l-A to North Spokane. Chris's successful sale of 132 acres of land adjacent to the Amazon facility to developer Harlan Douglass allowed the creation of the Douglass Legacy Park, providing customizable leasable space for commercial use, such as warehouses, manufacturing, distribution centers, and o ces. He is currently working on another impactful project with Douglass, bringing a 300-acre mixed-use development similar to Kendall Yards to Post Falls.

Negotiation skills earned as an honors grad from the Seattle University School of Law, aided Chris in the sale of Ponderay Newsprint in Usk, Washington for $18.1 million –- a gure that brought bankruptcy creditors signi cantly more money than the original asking listing price of $11.5 million. Most recently, Chris was a key player in the sale of the Spokane Club's valley facility and land to a local real estate developer for $4.4 million. The plan is to add 106 residential apartments to the property while maintaining the world-class facilities of the tennis club.

“While it's true that people often do business with those they like, at the end of the day, what really matters are results,” Chris states. “Drawing on my legal background and myriad of resources, I act as an advocate for my clients to ensure their needs and goals are met. This is what people expect from me, and it's exactly what they get.” through his active participation on the boards of Wheatland Bank, Providence Community Foundation, and the Spokane Club, where innovation by investing in startups like Spiceology and S2Media through the Spokane Angel Alliance. As a family man, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Kjerstin Bell, a former 'Good Day on Fox' TV anchor, and their son, all of whom share his appreciation

One of Chris's proudest achievements is ranking among the top 10 brokers of NAI Global, a commercial brokerage rm with over 375

“At NAI Black, we work together as a team to make commercial real estate accessible to businesses of all sizes. I'm incredibly grateful for my outstanding colleagues, who share my passion for helping clients achieve their goals,” Chris says. “For me, there's no greater reward than seeing people's dreams become reality, whether that means expanding their business or securing a solid investment for

Elizabeth is incredible! She’s got a sharp intelligence but is very approachable and understanding. When I bought my home I was 22 years old and real estate was a very foreign and intimidating world for me. She bent over backwards for me and answered every one of my questions. And my price range was waaay low so it was clear she wasn’t just in it for the money. I highly recommend her to anyone and everyone, truly a remarkable human being.

Pam Fredrick is a Real Estate Broker and Residential Marketing Specialist at John L. Sco in Spokane. She leads Spokane and the surrounding area in exclusive marketing and sales of luxury homes and is currently rated as one of Spokane’s top 5 producers. Pam has successfully earned the “Realtor Excellence Award” for the past 23 years. She has also earned the Prestigious Top 1 Percent Designation, and the “Presidential Elite” Award consecutively for the past 20 years. The Spokane Association of Realtors has awarded her with the exclusive membership in the Residential Top 10 for the years 2003—2022. Currently, Pam is ranked as the number one Listing and Selling agent in Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley and ranked Top 5 in Spokane County in Residential Sales.

Pam’s success and reputation within the industry and among her loyal clients demonstrates her commitment to upholding high standards and professional ethics. These genuine qualities and her personal dedication are the traits that foster the return of her clients time and time again.

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