“Our task (as Realtors) is to be good neighbors and help those in our community during times of transition. The real estate business is a natural out flowing of my passion for land and building communities.” Bill Cochrane grew up on a farm in Chester County, PA (in fact, he still lives on that same farm with his wife, Annemarie, and their dog, Bella). His whole life has revolved around their family farm and the community to which they belong. Whether it was bringing in hay as a teenager or enjoying the beauty of a long walk across the farm on a Sunday afternoon, he’s always held a deep appreciation for the land and what it can produce. This love of the la...
“My love of the land is what drew me to real estate. I believe that owning your own property is about as American as it gets." Carl Meister, or Bunny as he’s known amongst friends and colleagues, has been practicing real estate since 1976 with the Cochrane firm’s original founder, James A. Cochrane. Bunny brings his decades of experience in sales and marketing to his real estate career. He currently lives on a 132-acre horse farm near the quaint village of Marshallton. Member of the Board of the Brandywine Valley Association Past President of the Brandywine Valley Association Past President of the Chester County Fox Hunters Association Director of t...
As a native of the Philadelphia region, Mike has spent a lifetime investigating the rich architectural legacy of the historic Delaware Valley from the cobblestone streets of Ole City in Philadelphia to the stone farmhouses of the Brandywine Valley. As a highly motivated and knowledgeable Real Estate Professional, he specializes in serving clients in the sale and purchase of unique and historic properties from walkable towns such as West Chester, Media, Swarthmore and Ardmore to traditional neighborhoods (e.g. Rittenhouse Square, Overbrook Farms) and suburbs of Philadelphia to the farms of Chester County. He is professional and detail-oriented throughout the entire re...
“I have been with the James A. Cochrane, Inc. team for several years while working on the title insurance side of the real estate transaction. Watching everyone work with their clients and seeing how they follow them through the entire process of buying and/or selling has not only been a pleasure but reinforced my belief that the employees at Cochrane truly care about each person they work with.” Lynn Taylor has been in the real estate industry for the past 14 years working on the title insurance side of the transfer transaction. She joined the Cochrane team when she was looking to transition to a part-time role. She now works mornings as the administrative as...
Liz joined the team at James A. Cochrane, Inc. after spending the first part of her career as a corporate event planner. Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and natural curiosity serve her well in the field of real estate. Liz strives to help her clients find the place where they belong. “I think it’s so important that people have a feeling of being in the right place, especially when it comes to their home. I know it’s that way for me. It’s a feeling. And knowing that I am helping people find that place is what drives me and gives me joy.” Originally from Annapolis, MD, Liz moved to the Philadelphia area in 2001 and fell in love with the...
Brooke was born and raised in Lancaster County. She began working for James A. Cochrane Inc. in 2018 and became a licensed agent in 2019. Brooke has served as a broker's assistant for 4 years, contributing professional and personal care for each client throughout countless transactions. She brings laughter, youth, and adventure to the James A. Cochrane team. Her natural desire to meet and connect with people in her community has helped her thrive in Real Estate. Brooke endeavors to form genuine relationships with her clients, and believes that the relationship is an essential part of being able to serve others. Brooke has a strong faith and her mission is to serv...
LeAnn joined the team at James A. Cochrane, Inc. after spending the last 4 years of her career as a residential Property Manager at a boutique Real Estate company in Colorado. Her experience in the world of Real Estate as well as her commitment to detail, organization, and love for people serves her well in her role at JAC. A Lancaster County native, LeAnn left the states in 2017 to attend a humanitarian program in Australia. After returning in 2019, her love of the mountains and itch to try something new took her to Colorado where she met her now-husband soon after. They, along with their scruffy pup, Dobby, relocated to Pennsylvania in the summer of 2024 to be...