REVIEWS

  • zuser20190103120208266
    We seriously could not have asked for a better realtor than Ariel! As first-time homebuyers, we had SO many questions & probably a few questionable ones, but she never once made us feel silly for asking. She took the time to explain everything, made sure we understood the entire process, and was always there whenever we needed her.From beginning to end, Ariel went above and beyond to make buying our first home such a great experience. She was patient, knowledgeable, reassuring, and genuinely cared about us throughout the entire process. She even surprised us with DoorDash for our very first meal in our new home! It’s the little things like that that show how much she truly cares about her clients.Buying your first home can be overwhelming, but Ariel made the entire experience so much easier and more enjoyable. We are beyond grateful for everything she did for our family and cannot recommend her enough\! If you’re looking for a realtor who truly has your best interests at heart, Ariel is your girl!
  • zuser20140521171944902
    Ariel was a dream to work with. She communicated clearly and quickly and made the whole process painless and relatively hassle free. She had no issues working with my husband's work schedule and was able to help us find a house we loved. She never left us guessing and answered all questions quickly and effectively. This woman is an absolute gem!!
  • hcaamht
    Ariel is amazing! She worked harder than any realtor we have ever had. Great communication, we always felt well informed. Top of her field with advice and negations. Great knowledge of the market. We can't say enough, so happy with our choice!.
WE VALUE YOU
We value making YOU our priority. This is reflected in our efforts to go the extra mile to understand your needs during any real estate transactions you entrust to us. When it comes to buying or selling, we commit to providing you with the best information and resources available so that YOU are empowered to feel comfortable in making real estate decisions.
COMMUNITY IS EVERYTHING
Our mission is not complete without being able to give back to the community that we are part of. Every year we choose local organizations, that represent important causes in our community, as recipients for annual donations. This is just one way that we can contribute to a better world.

Our Team

Richard Crim
Broker Associate

Company: West River Realty, LLC

Richard was born and raised in Maryland. After graduating high-school, he departed his hometown in
1997 to begin a career in the Air Force. During his time in uniform, he was stationed around the world
and deployed numerous times in support of the war on terror. In 2019, he received orders to Ellsworth
Air Force Base, South Dakota which would prove to be his last tour of duty.
Over the years, Richard earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from University of
Maryland and a Master’s Degree in Leadership from Central Michigan University. Additionally, he
served a 4-year tour as a recruiter in Chico, California where he excelled in a high-pressure sales
environment. Richard was recognized as the top producer in his organization for 3 out of 4 years.
While stationed at Ellsworth, Richard and his wife Nelli fell in love with the Black Hills and decided to
stay after his retirement in December 2021. The area offered them an abundance of outdoor activities
and a safe environment to raise their 13-year old son Richard.
As a career military man, Richard understands first-hand the stressors on both the member and their
families as they are transferred to a new location. He speaks the military language and wants to
continuing serving in real estate to help ease the transition for those who sacrifice and serve our
country.