ELEVATE: Field Guide to the Plateau
Testimonials
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Greetings Berkshire Hathaway Team RE: Kara Hardy and Associates All things considered, our experience with purchasing our new home has been exceptional, exceeding our expectations. Kara has been instrumental with coordinating every detail to perfection ! Every aspect of our home search, from viewing to acquisition, has been flawlessly executed and extremely pleasant ! We are very much looking forward to collaborating with her again in the future. Thank you ! Sincerely Robert Willette
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- Robert Willette
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Working with Sherman Pope was an absolute pleasure! From the very beginning he took his time to listen to all our wants and needs. He went above and beyond to ensure we saw every property that met our criteria, making the entire process go smoothly. His expertise was evident at every step and we were grateful to have him on our team! The best part is having a new friend in town!
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- Christine Madonna
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Angie is amazing!! We will recommend Angie to all our friends. We appreciate her help throughout the whole process.
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- Edrei Engelbrecht
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Berkshire Hathaway, with Angie Longwood leading the way, made the sale of our property seem less. Angie’s personality and attention to detail, put us over the top. We had listed the property for several years, but when we listed it with Angie and Berkshire, it only took months. We are forever grateful.
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- Barry Soots
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Don was very helpful and informative through the process. Great experience.
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- Rahul Gupta
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Joanne has been very attentive and helpful to our needs in the process of seeking our home.
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- Sara Johnson
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“Joanne represented us in the sale of our luxury mountain home in 2023, and her professionalism, market knowledge, and marketing approach exceeded our expectations.
Joanne understood how to position a unique high-end property in the luxury market and brought strong exposure to qualified buyers. Throughout the process, Joanne was attentive, strategic, and a pleasure to work with.
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- The Davis Family
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It isn't some much that I would recommend Berkshire, so much as it would be to recommend Don Collins. I have bought and sold many properties but Don is a real standout. He was incredibly patient (I don't like pushy brokers) and has gone above and beyond helping us get acclimated to owning a 2nd home.
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- Joseph Troy
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Working with Don Collins was an absolute pleasure. He knew what we were looking for and made sure we found it, making our experience exciting as well as easy. His knowledge and expertise were immediately apparent and delivered with a genuine friendliness that we truly appreciated. So grateful for this connection!
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- Sarah Abraham
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Sherman Pope was absolutely incredible throughout our entire home-buying journey. From day one, he was patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly dedicated to helping us find the right home. Buying a house can be stressful and emotional at times, but Sherman made us feel supported every step of the way.No matter what questions or concerns came up, he was always quick to respond and ready to help. He went above and beyond to keep everything moving smoothly and made sure we always understood what was happening during the process.What I appreciated most was how genuinely invested he was — not just in the transaction, but in making sure we felt confident and cared for throughout the experience. That kind of professionalism and heart is hard to find.If you’re looking for a realtor who is trustworthy, hardworking, compassionate, and truly amazing at what he does, Sherman is the one. We are so grateful for everything he did for us and could not recommend him more highly!Thank you Sherman!Jairo & Amanda
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- Amanda Hughes
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Beautiful office in a great location! But its strength lies mostly in its people. Don Collins is the best Realtor we’ve ever worked with, hands down. Highly recommend.
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- DIANA TAMAYO
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I recommend Kara as a REALTOR® in the community. She is not only knowledgeable about the local market but also genuinely cares about her clients. Kara takes the time to understand individual needs and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth home buying or selling experience. Her involvement in community truly reflects her commitment to the area. If you’re looking for a caring and dedicated REALTOR® , look no further!
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- Cheryl M Henning
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Candace did a great job in helping us find our perfect little place.
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- Laura Mazyck
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Joanne Bryson was fantastic in helping us explore everything Western North Carolina has to offer. She thoughtfully considered our family’s needs as we relocated from out of state and curated several options to make the most of our time. We found the right fit on our very first visit, and she has continued to ensure we feel at home.
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- Michelle Matz Clement
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Joanne represented us in the purchase of our home in 2023, and we truly could not have asked for a better experience. We were relocating from the other side of the United States and had never even visited the area before. With only a short weekend to explore properties, Joanne listened carefully to what we wanted and quickly helped us identify an extraordinary home with breathtaking lakefront views. We moved to Sapphire full time and never have been so happy. If you're looking for a Realtor who understands and is knowledgeable of the area you'll call Joanne!
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- Tim
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sherman was absolutely incredible throughout our entire home-buying journey. From day one, he was patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly dedicated to helping us find the right home. Buying a house can be stressful and emotional at times, but Sherman made us feel supported every step of the way.No matter what questions or concerns came up, he was always quick to respond and ready to help. He went above and beyond to keep everything moving smoothly and made sure we always understood what was happening during the process.What I appreciated most was how genuinely invested he was — not just in the transaction, but in making sure we felt confident and cared for throughout the experience. That kind of professionalism and heart is hard to find.If you’re looking for a realtor who is trustworthy, hardworking, compassionate, and truly amazing at what he does, Sherman is the one. We are so grateful for everything he did for us and could not recommend him more highly!
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- Amanda Hughes
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She was very professional and fast responding our calls and necessities.
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- Isabel Lawson
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Joanne Bryson was extremely helpful and knowledgeable during our recent purchase. She was very hands-on from the beginning to the end, and we truly enjoyed working with her. We encourage anyone to contact Joanne for any of your real estate needs. Chip H.
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- Chip H
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If you need to sale property quickly and seamlessly. Angie Longwood with Berkshire Hathaway is the agent you need to call. Awesome job!
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- Barry G Soots
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I have been blessed to know Kara for many years. She is an absolute rock star and someone you want in your corner for your real estate needs. Her attention to detail, negotiation skills, and commitment is something you won’t find anywhere else. Look no further to make your real estate dreams a reality!
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- Vanessa Lopez
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We have now bought and sold 5 properties with Angie. She is our go to Realtor in NC. We first met Angie in summer 2020 when we visited NC during the pandemic after our dream cruise was cancelled. We loved the area and were curious if we could afford a place in the area to use as a vacation rental and getaway for us. She responded to our inquiry on one of her properties and was so sweet, kind and friendly. She was patient with us as we explored our options and kept looking to find the perfect place for us. We have since upgraded and invested in additional properties and never hesitated calling Angie! I would recommend Angie to anyone!
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- Denise Quigley
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Lorna was the best! Very informative of the area, very responsive, and very enjoyable to be with!
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- Jennifer Forrest
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Highly recommend Kara if you're looking for a knowledgeable and community-minded realtor. I recently connected with Kara Hardy and was impressed by her enthusiasm for WNC. She's approachable, personable, and truly listens. Kara is passionate about supporting the community and actively involved. Even though I wasn't looking for a home, I mentioned my niece might be interested in Cashiers/Highlands. Kara immediately offered helpful insights and sent us valuable market information.
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- C M
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Joanne is very professional and knew the area very well.
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- Glenn
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I recently had the pleasure of working with Don Collins from Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty for my land purchase in Sapphire High, and I can't recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, Don went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. His professionalism, extensive knowledge of the local market, and genuine helpfulness made all the difference. Don was always available to answer questions, provide valuable insights, and guide us through the process. If you're looking for a dedicated real estate agent who truly cares about his clients, Don is the one to call!
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- Darrin Abraham
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Don was a fantastic realtor. He went above and beyond at every turn along the way. From scheduling inspectors to getting estimates, to coaching us through the negotiations. He will be highly recommended by us moving forward. Thanks again Don
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- Michale Carter
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great folks ! Sherman was outstanding to work with.
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- Carson Allen
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- Jimmy Clarke
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My husband and I can't recommend Lorna enough! She is extremely diligent and genuinely cares about her clients. Lorna was always available for questions during the whole process of purchasing our new condo and she handled several complex issues involving the HOA and the seller. Thanks for the great experience!
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- Mark Rogers
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Terry is a hard worker and dedicated to his profession. He is easy to work with and honest.
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- Rhonda Nixon
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Don was friendly, courteous, and very well informed. My wife and I felt extremely comfortable when viewing property with Don. If we have another real estate need in Cashiers, Don will definitely be our realtor of choice.
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- Vicky Thornton
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Angie has always been great to work with!! I would highly recommend her!
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- Patricia Mercaldo
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Kara Hardy is amazing at what she does! If you’re buying or selling in Highlands or Cashiers, NC, she’s the one to call. She knows the market, works hard for her clients, and makes the whole process easy. Highly recommend her!
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- Vanessa Valencia
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Sherman is very knowledgeable about real estate and knows the market well
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- Susan Davis
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Don was outstanding!! He is very knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend him without hesitation.
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- John Rester
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I worked with Angie to buy a property she had listed. I was buying it sight unseen from out of the state and she was instrumental in making it happen. She provided everything I asked of her and even made sure the keys were dealt with how I needed after the closing.
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- Debra Price
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“Finding a truly unique luxury mountain property is not easy, but Joanne made the process feel effortless. We were searching for a one-of-a-kind home with breathtaking long-range mountain views, exceptional space for entertaining, and a private setting near the Chinquapin area. In 2024, she helped us secure an extraordinary property valued at over $1.5 million that checked every box.
Joanne’s market knowledge, professionalism, and ability to identify rare opportunities set her apart. She understood the level of quality and uniqueness we were looking for and guided us through every detail with confidence and care. We highly recommend her to anyone searching for luxury real estate on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
— Luxury Home Buyers, 2024
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- Mark and Debbie
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Alijah went all the way to help, even going out of her way to run by the house to get something accomplished.. Her friendly personality is contagious. She did a great job, and stayed on top of things. We appreciated her great service.
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- David Hester
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Don has been awesome, even after closing
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- Michael Drayer
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Angie and the team of Berkshire helped us thoughtout the whole time we looking and once we found the right one they helped us with our closing and all went well..
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- Treston Govender
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Angie is amazing!!! We really appreciate Angie helping us and being along side us during the whole time. She was really patient with us and allowed us to ask as many questions possible.
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- Edrei Engelbrecht
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“We were searching for a mountain home that truly felt special, and Joanne made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. She listened to exactly what we wanted and helped us find a beautiful home with breathtaking long-range mountain views that exceeded our expectations. Her knowledge of the area, professionalism, and attention to detail made us feel confident every step of the way. We purchased our home in 2023, and we still wake up grateful for the view every morning. We highly recommend Joanne to anyone looking for property in Cashiers, NC!
— Happy Homeowners, 2023
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- M.Pender
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I recently had the pleasure of working with Don Collins from Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty for my land purchase in Sapphire High, and I can't recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, Don went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. His professionalism, extensive knowledge of the local market, and genuine helpfulness made all the difference. Don was always available to answer questions, provide valuable insights, and guide us through the process. If you're looking for a dedicated real estate agent who truly cares about his clients, Don is the one to call!
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- James Abraham
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It was a pleasure doing business with Lorna. Very knowledgeable excellent customer service. We couldn’t ask for more exceeded my expectations.
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- Richard Baker
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We loved working with Don. After four years of working with us, we finally found a property. He is absolutely the most patient, knowledgable and accommodating realtor to work with. We hope to have some of our friends from home work with him in the future.
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- Carrie Rester
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In a word, Joanne is awesome! Having grown up in the area, she knows all there is to know and is keen on details regarding the pros and cons of various properties. She guided us well in the purchase of our mountain home. We would most definitely consult with her on any future move and refer her to our friends interested in moving to the area. Her personality is warm and engaging, making the search that much more enjoyable.
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- Leigh Philips
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Angie made the experience pleasant and easy.
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- Alan Mercaldo
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Lorna was incredibly responsive - in person, via phone as well as text. She is very familiar with the area and shared great information about the houses we looked at, positives and negatives about the properties and area, and details about the process. We purchased a townhome and closed in 3 weeks. Lorna went above and beyond to close the deal!!
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- Deirdre Baker
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We met Sherman Pope out of chance at a showing. He was very informative and helpful. That first meeting led to many conversations. While we did not purchase the first home, we asked him to represent us in future searches. He did! He knew the area and the market. He provided excellent guidance and helped us through the process. We purchased a home, and Sherman was very present and helpful throughout the process. We were very happy that we asked Sherman to represent up. Post closing, Sherman has continued to help and provide post-purchase help. We are very pleased and highly recommend Sherman to anyone selling or seeking to purchase in the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau area.
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- Preston Fields, SR. and or Assigns
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Kara is fantastic to work with. Very communicative and a positive approach to everything. Thank you Kara!
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- Mitch S
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