Born and raised in Hampton Roads, Nancy Evans understands the region’s neighborhoods, which helped her from the start of her career in real estate to find homes suitable for her clients. Seventeen years after entering the field, Evans’s daughter, Heather, joined her in the business.
“Having watched my mother become successful in real estate when I was young, it was only natural that I follow in her footsteps,” Heather Evans says. While generational differences do exist, this mother-daughter duo, both graduates of Old Dominion University, divide their expertise: Nancy Evans helps buyers and sellers; Heather Evans manages properties for absentee owners.
“We both have found our niche and both love what we do,” Nancy Evans says.
Nancy Evans
Property Management / Real Estate Sales
Jewish News: How and when did you begin your career in real estate?
Nancy Evans: I was licensed in 1986 as a sales agent and became a managing broker in 1992. In 2021, I decided to step back from management and go back to my roots as a sales agent.
JN: How do you collaborate professionally with your daughter?
NE: When we have owners who are undecided on renting or selling, we work together to give them their best scenarios to help make a decision. We also brainstorm ideas for marketing and growing our business.
JN: Do you find generational differences in your approach to real estate?
NE: I enjoy doing things old school; in fact, I still writes checks.
JN: What do you admire in each other?
NE: Regarding my daughter, I admire her ability to take care of her family, while maintaining her status as a top property manager within the company.
JN: Would you recommend a year-end sale or purchase of a home?
NE: Real estate is always a good investment.
Rates appear to be coming down and inventory is low, making it a great time for buyers and sellers.
JN: Any additional comments?
NE: While we don’t always come to the table with the same ideas, we are able to collaborate and come up with an effective game plan to help our clients in achieving their goals.
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Heather Evans
Property Management / Real Estate Sales
Jewish News: How and when did you begin your career in real estate?
Heather Evans: I followed in my mother’s footsteps, becoming a sales agent in 2003 and transitioning to property management in 2012. I was a sales agent for a few years
and made the transition to property management, which better suited my family.
JN: How long have you worked together?
HE: We’ve worked together since I became licensed in 2003.
JN: Do you find generational differences in your approach to real estate?
HE: Use of technology is the biggest difference. My mother, however, is gradually coming on board.
JN: What do you admire in your mom?
HE: I admire her determination, work ethic, and attention to details.
JN: What advice would you give to other family members who work together?
HE: Communication and understanding of methods of doing business are important. Being open to each other’s ideas is key.