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New River Valley
Real Estate Agents


Nest Realty is the new breed of brokerage.


No real estate firm in the New River Valley has the level of standards for agents that we do. Our agents cater to the needs of both buyers and sellers.

If you're looking for a great Realtor, look no further.

Committed to Excellence

Our agents...
  • Provide honest and up-to-date details and information throughout the process
  • Stay on top of current macro and micro market conditions
  • Embrace the latest technologies and strategies in the real estate industry
  • Are experienced and well-connected in the community

Higher Standards

Our agents...
  • Have a minimum of three years, full-time experience as a Realtor
  • Work full-time as a Realtor
  • Have earned their Broker's License
  • Are actively involved in the local Realtor Association
  • Absolutely, positively do not practice dual agency

Want to Join Nest Realty?


New Agents? Sorry, we do not accept new agents.

Experienced Agents? Not everyone is the right fit for Nest. We want agents who are compatible with our mission and vision. We seek agents who want to be a part of the new breed of brokerage and who puts the consumer first. Everytime.

Do you fit the bill? If you think you'd be a good fit, then we should talk. Contact Jonathan Kauffmann to get the ball rolling. 434.825.5756


Meet the Nest Team



Phone:
434-825-5756
Email:
jk@nestrealty.com
Website:
www.nestrealty.com
Blog:
The Nest Report

Other Places to Find Me

Jonathan
Kauffmann

Principal Broker

After helping to launch three start-up companies and growing them to a national level, Jonathan began his real estate career as a real estate investor around Charlottesville and earned his real estate license in 2003. Combining his sales and marketing expertise with his love for real estate, Jonathan founded Nest Realty in 2008. With expertise representing buyers and sellers, as well as builders and developers, Jonathan brings a wealth of experience to the table. A Virginia native and graduate of Woodberry Forest and UVA, he resides with his family in Albemarle County.

Mac or PC?

Mac

Sports Addictions:

St. Louis Cardinals

Favorite Places:

Duck, NC; Charleston, SC

Favorite Restaurants:

Duner's in Ivy, High Cotton in Charleston, Any place with great pizza

Real Estate Career Highlight

August 2009: Nest Realty was awarded the nation’s ‘Most Innovative Brokerage’ by Inman News at the Real Estate Connect Conference in San Francisco

Sports Fan Career Highlight

October 2011: Making the journey to St. Louis to see Games 1, 2, 6 and 7 of the 2011 World Series and seeing my Cardinals win it all


Phone:
540-998-4731
Email:
jeremy@nrvliving.com
Web:
www.NRVLiving.com

Other Places to Find Me

Jeremy
Hart

Realtor

Meet Jeremy Hart. He's one of those agents that does more, and we're not just talking about buying or selling a home. His interests and activities are so diverse that he has connections throughout the community. Need a trustworthy plumber? He knows one. Need a reliable contractor? He's got a guy. Looking for a good local coffee shop? Jeremy knows just the place(s).

He doesn't just want to help you buy or sell a home - he wants you to have the best possible experience. Jeremy's embraced this area as his hometown and wants to help others become a part of the community, as well.

He and his wife Natalie live and work in the NRV and you can find them at all sorts of local events, like art exhibits, festivals, music recitals and of course, Virginia Tech athletic events.

Whether you just need to buy or sell home, or you want to learn more about your new community and how to get involved - give Jeremy a call, or send him an email.

Longest you've been disconnected from the world?

Fifteen days - that was a very dark time in my life.

Favorite real estate motto?

It's a marathon, not a sprint. Be prepared, and you'll get there right on time.

You run a recycling company too?

I do - it wasn't being done, and it was the right thing to do. Valley Curbside Recycling... get trashy!

Perfect day?

Each one is interesting, but t's hard to beat deep powder turns in UT. The snowboard stays waxed and ready to go ... who wants to go with me?


Phone:
540-953-1341
Phone:
540-605-0977
Email:
aaron@nestrealtygroup.com

Aaron
Harris

Realtor

Born and raised in Southwest Virginia and a graduate of Radford University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting Aaron has over thirteen years of experience in residential and commercial property management as well as residential and commercial property development. She has worked specifically with developments and leasing projects in Downtown Blacksburg, including Kent Square and the most recent project being the Turner Street Project. Aaron currently serves as an Ambassador to the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Board Member to Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. and Vice President to the New River Valley Apartment Council. Aaron also serves as a volunteer in various Montgomery County non-profit organizations.

Favorite Vacation Spot?

Anywhere with Sand, Sun and Water

Favorite Sport?

Whatever my two active sons are playing at the moment

Technology Gadget you won't leave home without?

My cell phone

Best lunch deal in Blacksburg?

Pita pizza at the Cellar

Favorite Past Time?

Cooking and entertaining friends


Phone:
540-440-1678
Phone:
757-287-6338
Email:
tina@nestrealtygroup.com
Web:
www.goodhomesgoodpeople.com

Other Places to Find Me

Tina
Merritt

Realtor

Tina relocated to the NRV from Virginia Beach in 2009. She began her real estate career in 1998 and quickly became one of the few agents embracing technology. Putting her degree in economics from Virginia Tech to good work, Tina began working with select real estate investors helping them build and manage their portfolios. After completing her post-graduate work in Real Estate and Land Development at VCU, Tina started traveling and sharing her real estate knowledge with others. In 2009, she was awarded the National Association of Realtor's first ever Technology Spotlight Award for her efforts in helping the real estate industry embrace technology. As she continues to learn and teach others, Tina also works with her knowledgeable team to help real estate investors obtain maximum profits on their investments.

Current passions:

Affordable housing and the Scrabble app on my iPad

Favorite place:

Kinsale, Ireland

Family:

My husband: Frank, our son: Graham, our lazy bulldog: Goliath and 2 cats: Simon and Tabitha

Something most people don't know about me:

I was a flight attendant right after I graduated from college.

My blogs:

I love writing but have tried to reign it in. Was a staff writer for The Trump Blog and am currently a contributor for the YPN and VAR blogs. Also author: virginiaisforkids.com, wolkia.com and goodhomesgoodpeople.com.
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