Hey, I’m Derek — a REALTOR® who keeps things clear, calm, and pressure-free.
Based in the Omaha Metro, I help people buy and sell homes with a straightforward approach: clear communication, smart strategy, and steady guidance from start to finish.
The Goal Is Confidence, Not Chaos
A straightforward way to buy or sell in Omaha.
I’m a full-service residential REALTOR® with Nebraska Realty, and I specialize in working with first-time homebuyers, military families relocating to the Omaha area, and sellers who want a smooth process and a plan they can actually understand.
Every client’s situation is different — so I don’t do cookie-cutter advice or pushy “you have to offer today” energy. The goal is confidence, not chaos.
Whether you’re buying your first home, relocating to Omaha, upsizing, downsizing, or selling to start your next chapter, I’m here to make the process organized, straightforward, and successful — with zero pressure and full transparency.
If you’re thinking about a move and want a local agent who’ll shoot you straight and handle the details, let’s connect.
Three groups I focus on most.
Most of my work falls into one of these three buckets. If you see yourself here, you’re in the right place.
First-Time Homebuyers
You’ve never done this before, and the internet is full of conflicting advice. I walk you through the full process — mortgage pre-approval, search strategy, offer structure, inspection, and closing — so you understand every step before you take it.
Military Families & PCS Moves
Whether you’re PCSing to Offutt Air Force Base or separating from service and putting down roots, I understand VA loans, BAH, relocation timelines, and the unique pressure of buying or selling during a military transition.
Sellers Who Want a Real Plan
Pricing, prep, timing, and presentation all matter — and they all change based on your neighborhood, your home type, and current buyer demand. I’ll give you a plan you can actually understand and stand behind.
Training, partnerships, and the brokerage I call home.
These aren’t just letters after my name — they’re reasons certain buyers and sellers reach out to me specifically.
Military Relocation Professional
NAR-issued designation for agents who specialize in serving active-duty service members, veterans, and military families during PCS moves. I work with VA loans, BAH calculations, and the compressed timelines that come with military transitions.
Homes for Heroes Affiliate
I help local heroes — educators, military members, healthcare workers, law enforcement officers, and firefighters — access meaningful savings and support when buying or selling a home.
Nebraska Realty
A locally founded, Omaha-headquartered brokerage with deep roots across the metro — Omaha, Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, Gretna, Elkhorn, Bennington, and the surrounding communities I serve every day.
What you can actually expect.
Real estate is full of vague promises. Here’s what working with me looks like in practice — no spin, no surprises.
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Clear communicationYou’ll know what’s happening, what’s next, and what I need from you — without having to chase me down.
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No-pressure pacingDecisions made under pressure are usually decisions you regret. I’ll give you space to think and a recommendation when you ask for one.
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Smart strategy, not guessworkPricing, offer structure, contingencies, and timing all get a real plan based on the data — not gut feel.
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Steady guidance through closingInspection, appraisal, financing, title — I keep the moving parts moving so you can focus on the move itself.
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Local context that mattersZip codes, school districts, SIDs, commute patterns, and neighborhood identity all factor in — and I’ll explain how each one shapes your decision.
Helpful next steps.
Whether you’re still researching or ready to talk, here are the most-used resources on the site.
Let’s figure out your next move.
The first conversation is short, focused, and informational. We talk about your timeline, what you’re looking for, and how the next few months could realistically look. No pressure, no follow-up campaign — just clarity.
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