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Buy your first home at the best possible price for your local market. With advice and tips from a team of experts, this book will help you.
  • explore what's available and where the best values are
  • qualify for and line up financing
  • work with the seller to make needed repairs and close the deal


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OUR AGENTS

Kelly Hamilton

REALTOR® & Broker/Owner

I’m Kelly Hamilton — full-time broker, no fluff, and fully invested in helping people move forward. That includes both clients and the agents who choose to build their business here.

For buyers and sellers, my job is to make the process clear, manageable, and maybe even a little enjoyable. You’ll get honest advice, strong communication, and a steady hand through every step.

For agents, I’m here to provide real support — not just systems and checklists, but the kind of coaching, collaboration, and accountability that help you grow and succeed on your own terms.

No pressure. No gimmicks. Just real guidance, real opportunity, and real results.

That’s what it means to move Forward with us.

Adam Hagen-Stein

REALTOR® | Investment Specialist

For most, a house is the biggest investment of their life—but for Adam, it’s about the people inside it. Since 2020, Adam has been serving the Columbus and Cincinnati communities with a simple philosophy: treat every client like family.

 

As a devoted family man himself, Adam understands that moving isn't just about paperwork; it’s about navigating one of life’s biggest transitions. Known for his 'honest to a fault' advice and a permanent smile, he’s the advisor who will tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or selling a long-time family home, Adam’s mission is to turn a challenging process into a seamless, successful celebration.

Amber Hood

REALTOR®

Brian Parks

REALTOR®

After spending 20 years in corporate IT and always desiring to help others, Brian decided to spread his wings and become a Realtor.  He brings that consistency of helping others and providing the best service possible to all of his clients, no matter their budget.
 
If you have a house to sell, Brian brings his technology background to your service.  From custom home sale websites to effective social media advertising, be sure that your home will be marketed to potential home buyers.  For homebuyers, we'll set you up with automated home search e-mails based on your search criteria.
 
From centralized scheduling of showings to electronic signatures, we bring all the tools needed for an efficient real estate transaction.

CJ Oliver

REALTOR®

As a Columbus native and proud U.S. Navy sailor, I’ve learned the value of discipline, attention to detail, and follow-through. I bring those same traits to every real estate transaction, working to make the process smooth and stress-free for my clients.

Jordan Royce

REALTOR®

Justin Karnes

REALTOR®

With a passion for service in the Columbus area, I am ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Red 1 Realty family, I hold the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything I do.

Scott Holtz

Licensed Operations Manager & REALTOR

At Realty Forward, we place our clients at the forefront of everything we do. Our approach is centered on creating a home-buying and selling experience that aligns with your unique goals, whether short- or long-term. We believe in building genuine relationships throughout the process, as we understand that real estate transactions are not just about properties but about the people behind them.