John Bateman, A US Navy veteran, a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh, has lived in North Hills for over 30 years. Prior to joining Howard Hanna, John acquired decades of experience in construction and contracting for both commercial and residential projects, while keeping them on time and under budget. His experience and knowledge of the neighborhood, combined with his passion for real estate, allows John to use his careful, attention to detail attitude to provide the very best services to his clients. As a licensed realtor in Pennsylvania, John prides himself on helping his clients take "the next step" in their lives. John is committed to meeting the individual needs of each client in a manner that is transparent, honest, and trustworthy. According to John, the most important aspect of the realtor-client relationship is effective communication.