Meet Our Team

Stephanie Buffington graduated from Eastern New Mexico University in 2009

with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She began her career in Real

Estate and Property Management in 2011 and has been passionate about the

industry ever since. Stephanie specializes in residential resale and takes

great pride in helping both buyers and sellers navigate the market.

As a third-generation REALTOR®, Stephanie comes from a long line of real

estate professionals—her family has owned and operated San Juan Realty

since 1976. Real estate is truly in her blood.

Stephanie has been actively involved with the San Juan County Board of

REALTORS®, having served in a variety of roles over the years, including

committee member, Board Director, 2020 President-Elect, 2021 President, and

2022 Immediate Past President. She is also dedicated to giving back through

community service and local volunteer efforts.

Stephanie would be honored to help you achieve your homeownership dreams

and make the process as smooth and rewarding as possible.

Owning a home is one of the best investments one could make. I've acquired over 20 years of experience in Real Estate to help you throughout the process of buying or selling your home. I have lived In San Juan County most of my life, and have raised my family here. My experience in Real Estate has given me the opportunity to help others in our community to achieve their goals of homeownership.

Lela Holmes has been a trusted name in Farmington, NM real estate for over

39 years. A seasoned REALTOR® with San Juan Realty, Lela has built a strong

reputation for delivering results and building lasting relationships with

her clients.

Lela works with a wide range of buyers—from first-time homeowners to

seasoned investors. She has extensive experience in residential sales,

multi-family properties, commercial real estate, and land listings. Whether

you're buying, selling, or investing, Lela brings unmatched expertise and

dedication to every transaction.

Known as a “Realtor With a Reputation—A Reputation for RESULTS,” Lela

Holmes is ready to help you reach your real estate goals with confidence.

Crystal Snow Perea Bio

Crystal Snow, based in Aztec, NM, was born in Cortez, CO, and moved to San

Juan County as a child. She has proudly called the Four Corners area home

 ever since. 

Coming Soon!

Born and raised in Farmington NM, I have always been interested in real

estate, in the sense that I like to look at houses on the market and I love

to decorate my house. I am also a licensed esthetician, focused mainly on

eyelash extensions and facials. I enjoy spending time outdoors and always

have a good book handy.

Christy Garrison has been an active member of her community for several years and is so excited to now focus on real estate.

With a passion for service in the Farmington and surrounding areas, Christy is here to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the San Juan Realty family, Christy carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything she does. Christy has worked in Advertising/Marketing for over 10 years and has a Masters Degree in Business.

She is Native American from the Navajo Tribe. Her clan is Naasht'ézhí Dine'é and she is born for Naakaii Dine’é Clan. She is passionate about helping her community and being a resource in buying, selling, and investing in real estate. 

When Christy isn’t making homeownership dreams come true for her clients, she enjoys spending time traveling and learning about diverse cultures and enjoys coaching various sports for her children. Christy lives in Farmington with her husband and three children.

Born and Raised in Farmington nm, I purposely chose to stay here because of my connection to

the culture and people of San Juan County. My community commitment is shown in various

forms throughout this region weather it is as a youth group leader, a downtown fixture, or just a

general friendly outdoorsman.

What makes me a true local real estate expert is my natural leadership coupled with a host of

experience from mechanical to psychological. I absolutely love people and am very intentional

about making your experience warm and gratifying. I believe that buying or selling your home

should be rewarding and fun, that’s one of the reasons to choose me.

My name is Michaela Martinez and I have lived in San Juan County all of my life. I have a

wonderful husband and three amazing boys. I love to travel with my family and go to all sporting events for fun. I Graduated from San Juan College with my Liberal Arts degree and since then I have been in the real estate industry as far as investment properties and new construction homes. Real Estate to me is a fun and joyous time for people. I’m ready to help buyers and sellers along the way with this process and exciting time in their lives. From new construction homes to homes that may need some TLC, I am here to help and

share my knowledge.

I am bilingual, Habla Espanol. I've lived in Farmington, New Mexico most of my life. I have three amazing children who motivate me to pursue my passions. I have served this community in the healthcare and corrections sector as well as the Judicial System. I have seen my parents' first hand investments in properties and that is where my interest in real estate grew. I believe that when a home is purchased, it is more than just a property. It is where memories are made, and dreams take flight. Whether working with first-time buyers, seasoned investors, or those looking to sell; I can guarantee that I will take the time to listen and understand each clients' unique needs by ensuring that each interaction is a meaningful experience. I dedicate time to ongoing education as the market is ever changing. I look forward to exploring the world of real estate with you and helping turn your dreams into reality.