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Stephanie Watts

About Stephanie Watts

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Nicolas Shaidenfish

About Nicolas Shaidenfish I’m Nicolas — born in southern Israel and raised in Maryland since the age of six. I grew up in the Reisterstown area, graduated from Franklin High School, and am proud to call this community home. I speak Hebrew, Russian, and English, and enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds. Clear communication and trust are at the core of everything I do, because in real estate, it matters who you work with. My goal is to ensure every client feels informed, supported, and confident throughout the entire process. My passion for real estate began with a personal experience. When my family purchased our first home, we felt misrepresented, an experience that stayed with me and ultimately shaped the kind of agent I strive to be. Today, I advocate fiercely for my clients, always protecting their best interests and guiding them with honesty and transparency. Outside of real estate, you’ll find me swimming, traveling, or spending time with family and friends. I believe real estate is about relationships, not just transactions, and I look forward to learning your story and helping you take the next step toward homeownership.

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James Weiskerger

About James Weiskerger As Baltimore’s #1 Realtor and owner of Next Step Realty, James is a trusted leader in Maryland real estate. A Maryland native, he grew up outside D.C. before settling in Baltimore County while earning his degree at Towson University. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed a deep knowledge of the area's diverse neighborhoods. James is passionate about helping clients find the perfect home at any stage of life. His market expertise, strong industry connections, and proven track record ensure a seamless buying and selling experience. Known for his integrity and results-driven approach, he has helped countless buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals.

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Trevor Morgen-Westrick

About Trevor Morgen-Westrick Born and raised in Baltimore, Trevor went to Gilman and Dulaney, and now lives in Timonium with his wife, son, two big dogs, and a baby girl on the way. After years managing some of the region’s top restaurants—including The Oregon Grille—Trevor has shifted his focus to real estate with the same passion for service, connection, and excellence. This area is his home, and he loves helping others find where they belong here too. His path to real estate was a natural one. He has spent his career solving problems, understanding people, and making high-stakes decisions feel effortless. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling a lifelong one, he knows how important it is to feel heard, prepared, and taken care of every step of the way. His goal is to give you the kind of smooth, respectful, and confident experience he always wanted himself. When he's not working, you’ll find him smoking brisket, working in the garden, or chasing his toddler through the yard. He believes real estate should feel like a relationship, not a transaction—so if you’re looking for an agent who’s down-to-earth, responsive, and ready to hustle for you, he’d love to connect.

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Scott Travers

About Scott Travers Scott embarks on his career as a real estate agent, and is no stranger to the real estate world. For the last six years, Scott has developed a thorough understanding of the real estate landscape in Maryland through his work as a property manager. During this time Scott's primary focuses involved coordinating property maintenance, overseeing and upholding lease agreements, as well as helping to establish financial assistance for affordable housing communities dedicated to our aging population. Scott embodies a “how can I help” attitude in his daily life, and is eager to bring this passion for helping others to his career. Scott looks forward to helping those who trust in him to reach their goals, buyers and sellers alike. Scott is a family-oriented man who enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle. In his free time you might find him spending time with his nephew, coaching lacrosse for local FCA Club, cheering on the Ravens, exercising, or simply spending time with friends.

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Rupert Andanar

About Rupert Andanar Rupert Andanar is a full-time REALTOR® with 19 years of experience and a proud member of the Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS®. He brings deep, hands-on knowledge of the Greater Baltimore, Baltimore County, and Harford County markets, having successfully guided clients through multiple market cycles. With a strong business background, Rupert is skilled at evaluating market conditions and crafting smart, strategic plans tailored to each client’s goals—whether buying a first home, selling a property, or building an investment portfolio. He has helped countless Maryland residents navigate complex transactions with clarity and confidence. Rupert’s core mission is simple: to turn every client into a client for life. He serves as a dedicated advocate, takes his clients’ trust seriously, and is committed to delivering results with integrity and professionalism. Outside of real estate, Rupert enjoys traveling and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Patty Kallmyer

About Patty Kallmyer I am dedicated to delivering personalized service, exceptional communication and professional expertise that will give you successful results. HEART AND LEADERSHIP GO TOGETHER If you are looking for Patty Kallmyer, you can often find her spending time with her clients. She leads with her heart and is as passionate about their happiness and their success as she is about her own. Patty thrives in creating positive energy, a hard working attitude, and creativity in her business. Just as she has done for herself, Patty has solidified a strong reputation of success and integrity. Patty brings over 31 years of real estate leadership and expertise as both an agent and a branch vice president. She takes a leadership role in every aspect of her work to include sales, multi-branch operations, and development of new business. Her leadership is widely seen throughout the real estate industry as she previously served as a Branch Vice President for a large international brokerage, Past President of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors, President of Women's Council, Chairperson for the Realtors Political Action Committee and currently as the Chairperson for the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors Charitable Foundation. She was recently honored with the 2024 Realtor of Year Award from GBBR, a local 5,000 member real estate organization. She combines both her love for the real estate industry and for education by promoting professional development both inside and outside the industry. A few years ago, she founded a scholarship at Mount Saint Mary's University and is a financial supporter of several education endeavors to include Women in Education. She serves on the board of several local charities to include Heaven on Earth Now and Project Plase.

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Nathan Snyder

About Nathan Snyder Born and raised in a small rural town in Upstate New York, Nate brings a grounded, hardworking approach to everything he does. Now living in Towson with his wife and two children, he’s proud to call Maryland home—and is passionate about helping others do the same. Before transitioning into real estate, Nate spent years building a successful career in collegiate, professional, and international sports. From sales and marketing to operations and athlete management, his roles were diverse, but his success always stemmed from one thing: building meaningful relationships. His proudest achievement came in serving as the Assistant GM of the USA Men’s National Lacrosse Team, which took home gold at the 2023 World Lacrosse Championships. Nate’s journey through the sports world took him to six different states, giving him firsthand experience with the relocation process and a deep understanding of how important it is to feel truly at home. He brings that empathy and insight to every client interaction, ensuring a smooth, supportive, and stress-free real estate experience. Whether you're buying your first home, selling your current one, or relocating across the country, Nate’s blue-collar work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to service make him a dependable partner every step of the way. Outside of real estate, Nate lives life to the fullest. He’s often found coaching his son’s lacrosse team, exploring the outdoors, hunting, fishing, running, or enjoying time with friends around a backyard BBQ. From brewing beer to tending his garden, he believes in putting in the work and enjoying the results, just like in real estate. If you're looking for a dedicated agent who truly understands the meaning of “home,” Nate is ready to get to work for you.

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Matt Wyble

About Matt Wyble Meet Matt Wyble, a proud fourth-generation Anne Arundel County real estate agent and lifelong Severna Park resident. Having grown up in the area, Matt feels a deep connection to his hometown, and he takes great pride in both living and working there. Before joining the family business, Matt honed his marketing skills as the Marketing Coordinator for a local restaurant chain. However, he soon realized that his true calling lay in real estate. Matt comes from a long line of real estate professionals, including his great grandfather Raymond Grant, who founded Arundel Realty in the early 1950s, and his grandfather Ray Grant, who joined the business soon after and went on to have a successful 30+ year career in the industry, helping to develop many of the communities in the town. Since starting his real estate career in 2010, Matt has quickly established himself as a top performer, having sold and settled over $500M in real estate sales and worked on more than 1,100 transactions. Matt is dedicated to continuing his family's legacy of professionalism, service, and in-depth knowledge of the local market. Matt Wyble is an engaged community member, volunteering at local high schools as a guest teacher for Credit 101, which covers critical credit score and credit-related topics for high school seniors. Additionally, he is a member of the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce and sponsors the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and the community Taste & Sip event. He is a graduate of Severna Park High School and earned his B.A. in Public Relations/Marketing from Virginia Tech, where he met his wife Ashleigh. The couple married in 2009 and now reside in SP with their sons, Luke and Cooper. In memory of their daughter Ellie, who passed away at just three months old, Matt and Ashleigh started the For Ellie Foundation, a non-profit organization that has raised over $300K for local hospitals. Through his work and personal life, Matt is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and continuing the family tradition of excellence in real estate.

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Marie Barnes

About Marie Barnes

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