Eli Sommer

Broker/Realtor
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A lifelong Charlotte resident, I am the Founder & CEO of Forthright Homes, the founding property manager and broker-in-charge of Terra Trust Property Management, and a top-performing real estate broker.Committed to mastery of the markets in which I work, I conduct business in the Charlotte-Metro and Triad regions of North Carolina. Through my work as a licensed REALTOR®, I have had the opportunity to serve clients across a broad spectrum of price points, backgrounds, and use cases. From entry-level homes and condo fixer-uppers to new construction projects and multimillion-dollar custom home listings, I have had the privilege of working with investor clients nationwide, first-time home buyers, and countless other fantastic buyers and sellers. I pride myself in being a wealth of knowledge to buyers and sellers alike, skillfully marrying an empathetic and low-pressure sales process with extensive expertise and a thorough understanding of negotiations and market dynamics.When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my girlfriend, family, and friends, mountain biking or rafting at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, being an active member of my church, traveling, and strolling through downtown Kannapolis or South End.Graduating summa cum laude from High Point University, I finished top of my class with a 4.0 GPA and received dual degrees in Entrepreneurship and Finance. I hold the designation of Broker-In-Charge in the state of North Carolina, the highest attainable level of real estate licensure.The breadth of my work in real estate development, acquisition, and investment analysis makes me a versatile problem solver attuned to navigating complex real estate transactions and challenging negotiations. My people-first approach paired with my industry knowledge results in exceptional results for clients, shareholders, and stakeholders across all facets of the industry.

Client Success stories

"Matt and his team were fantastic! They were professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. We sold our home in 2 days! All of the things that were important to me as a seller, (good marketing, priced right, good communication) were knocked out of the park. Given this was our first home sale, Matt also alleviated all of our worries with his calming manner and good communication. Cannot recommend
"Otto Reynolds is the realtor you've been looking for! No one is more dedicated to helping you achieve your goals while also making the process fun. He is simply a pleasure to be around-- the perfect balance of cool, calm, and collected with a steady confidence to get you in your dream home or on to your next move. A GREAT guy!"
"Michael Mejia is the epitome of character. His business principles are grounded in his personal values; honesty, patience, commitment, kindness and family. Buying a home can be daunting and stressful at times. Michael’s attention to detail and genuine perspective will make your journey fun and seamless. After you get the keys and cross over the threshold to your new home, you’ll be inviting him ov
"We had an excellent experience working with Liz Koelling from Matt Stone Real Estate as both the listing agent for my home and the buyer’s agent for our new home. Selecting an agent is a critical decision in successful real estate transactions. Liz made our home selling and buying process highly successful and instilled great confidence we were receiving the best representation conceivably possibl
"I was in the process of buying my first home and Hasty performed at an exceptional level. Not only did she show me exactly the type of homes I wanted to see, she guided me through the process and helped me find and purchase my first home. I couldn't be happier!"
"Donna Sills & Dana Jodice were extremely responsive and professional. They were calm, patient and knowledgeable about the areas I wanted to explore."
"I have had the privilege of working with Dana Jodice through both the home buying and home selling process. She is such a knowledgeable, accountable, nimble team player and problem solver, with a professional and positive attitude. Not to mention, an absolute delight to work with, regardless of the many builder planning and execution challenges, weather complications, repair walk-thru support need
"Right in the middle of the pandemic back in May of this year, I started my 1st time home buying process. God aligned the stars just right and gifted me with an amazing realtor Debbie Scott! Debbie is a realtor that ensures you she's all about your specific needs and wants. What I loved about Debbie is 1st she handled my low budget need with the same level of patience and professionalism she would
"Mike Mazza is the best! Early into our home search Mike made sure to understand our needs and begin searching for our dream home. He helped us find a true gem, a diamond in the rough and we are very excited to make it our perfect home. We relocated from New England to Charlotte and Mike helped make this transition rather seamless. He visited the property several times for us, sent videos, managed
"Abby Bjelac is the best! She knows everything there is to know about Charlotte, is a skilled negotiator and thrives in a fast-paced market by calmly guiding her clients through all phases of buying and selling. This is a great team overall and I highly recommend them"

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