Known for his ability to form relationships, Dr. Benjamin Merrill brings his approach to building a culture of trust to real estate. Dr. Merrill has lived and worked in the Treasure Valley for over a decade. Ben wants to share his love of family and of community when working with those who share his enthusiasm for our local culture and communities. Because he values happiness and success, he easily helps those around him fulfill their desire to achieve their dreams.
After graduating from Boise State University with a degree in History and a lengthy career as a classroom teacher, Ben decided to apply his experience and skills to the administration of public education. A lifelong learner, Ben has earned a Master's Degree; then, he achieved the highest possible degree in education, a Doctorate in Educational Administration with a focus on improving opportunities for at-risk learners. Ben has been a vocal advocate for education by speaking at countless national conferences and by writing for several education outlets.
In 2014, The Idaho Business Review recognized Dr. Merrill as an Accomplished 40 under 40 Award recipient.
Ben's professional background in education which includes working with families for over seventeen years provides him a first-hand experience that many agents don’t have. Ben’s extensive experience coupled with his educational background provide potential buyers with valuable insights about the school and community opportunities that a property facilitates. Ben’s extensive knowledge benefits those who wish to sell because he will be able to generate a unique and expert assessment of the strengths particular to any given property. He can offer quality advice to potential buyers and sellers.
Ben believes that all interactions are opportunities to form new relationships. In an industry that often times feels like numbers and statistics, Ben’s eagerness to place relationships above quotas makes him a unique and reliable advocate when making one of life’s most important decisions: the decision to buy or sell property. As an honest and committed advocate, Ben keeps his clients’ needs and interests a top priority distinguishes him from other real estate agents. Ben commits to his clients the same personal service that he once provided to the students and families that he served.
Although a consummate professional, Ben’s role as a father brings him the greatest joy. He proudly revels in the experience of fatherhood as his two children, Kaylee and Kellen, continually amaze and inspire him. While attending one of his daughter’s dance recitals or watching one of his son’s sporting events, Ben repeatedly marvels at the pleasure children find in a community that serves its youngest members. Because Ben understands that a proper community enhances the lives of his children, he knows that his personal knowledge can be used to help families find the right fit in their future home towns.
Dr. Merrill excitedly awaits getting to know you and to serve you as you decide to buy or to sell your next home.
