After graduating from South Portland High School, she attended nursing school and worked with several area physicians. In 1966 she began her real estate career with Harnden Realty in South Portland. 

Throughout her career, Janet has been involved with all areas of real estate, but her primary focus has been in training. Dozens of successful local brokers credit her with a positive start to their careers. 

Janet's specialty at Ingalls Commercial remains in housing and apartment sales.