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BSPC People . . .Each issue we get to know a BSPC professional from one of BSPC’s member firms

and this week we are speaking to - Tracy Ross from Cullen Kilshaw

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Each day brings a new challenge as each transactionis different from the one before. I like the variety of the job and I enjoy assisting clients.

What keeps you busy when you’re not atthe office?

I enjoy walking and recently completed theWest Highland Way - all 96 miles of it. I am keen onZumba, enjoy eating out and visiting new places.

Where’s your favourite place in the Borders?

The Borders is a lovely place to live and there areso many places that I have fun in, enjoy visitingand areas I like to walk.

Tell us about your home or dream home?

A house in the country with a porch so that I couldsit outside in the rain and enjoy a stunning view.

What would be your ideal holiday?

On a day like today, anywhere with plentyof sunshine!

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What’s your greatest achievement?

A couple of years ago I cycled around the WesternIsles on a tandem. 330 miles from Barrato Stornoway, Ullapool to Oban.

Name two things you can’t live without?

Good friends and chocolate.

What’s your favourite Borders eatery?

Too many to mention.

Who is your favourite author/ artistor designer?

James Patterson - I love a good thriller.

What’s playing in your car right now?

Chris Evans Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2. Love it.

What natural talent would you like to have?

I would love to be able to ballroom dance.

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Tell us about your role within Cullen Kilshaw?

I am a registered Paralegal qualified to deal with thefull range of property and executry work, and I amcurrently heading up our new branch office in Kelsowhich recently opened in August 2014.

How long have you worked with the firm?

I joined the firm in 1999 so nearly 16 years!

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