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Join YES Realty Partners

Building Referral-Based Businesses Through a Partnership of Professionalism

Most brokerages promise you leads, a desk, and a split. We offer something more valuable: a proven system for building a real estate business that sustains itself through the people who already know and trust you.

We are a referral-first brokerage, and we’re looking for agents who want to build something that lasts.

Who We're Looking For

We don’t just want licensed agents — we want experienced professionals who believe that:

∙ Long-term client relationships matter more than quick commissions

∙ A thriving business is built on reputation, not cold calls

∙ Collaboration and integrity make everyone better

∙ Growth is possible at any stage of your career — with the right support

What Sets Us Apart

The Buffini System

We are proud practitioners of the Buffini & Company system — one of the most proven, relationship-based business models in real estate. From day one, you’ll have a roadmap for generating consistent repeat and referral business.

A Culture of Professionalism

We simply hold ourselves to a higher standard. Our agents are trusted advisors in their communities — not salespeople chasing the next deal.

Real Support. Real Community.

This isn’t a place where you get a login and a nameplate and figure it out alone. We coach, collaborate, and grow together. We even have fun doing it!

A Business You’re Proud Of

When you build by referral, your clients become advocates. Your business becomes sustainable. Your career becomes a calling.

What You Can Expect

∙ Ongoing coaching and accountability rooted in the Buffini methodology

∙ A collaborative, supportive team culture

∙ Broker-system support that is accessible and invested in your success

∙ A brand and reputation you’ll be proud to put your name behind

This Might Not Be For Everyone

If you’re looking for a high-volume transaction mill or a brokerage that hands you cold leads and steps back — this probably isn’t your place. But if you’re ready to build a referral-driven business the right way, we’d love to talk.

Let’s Connect

We’re selective about who joins our team — because the right fit matters as much to us as it does to you.

Join YES Realty Partners

Building Referral-Based Businesses Through a Partnership of Professionalism

You’ve Done the Work. Now Build What Lasts.

You know how to close deals. You’ve navigated difficult markets, demanding clients, and the inevitable ups and downs of this business. You don’t need to be taught how to sell real estate.

What you might be looking for is a better place to build from.

Who We're Talking To

You’re probably already producing. But something isn’t quite right where you are. Maybe it’s: ∙ A culture that feels transactional rather than professional

∙ Broker support that’s distant or disengaged

∙ A business model that keeps you on the treadmill of chasing the next deal ∙ A split or fee structure that doesn’t reflect your value

∙ The sense that you’re building someone else’s brand instead of your own If any of that resonates, keep reading.

What We Offer Experienced Agents

We’re not going to waste your time with basic training or hand-holding you don’t need. What we offer is different:

A Proven System for Sustainable Growth

We run our business on the Buffini & Company methodology — one of the most respected referral-based systems in the industry. If you’ve ever wanted to stop chasing cold leads and start building a book of business that feeds itself, this is the model that makes it possible.

A Seat at the Table

Experienced agents don’t want to be managed — they want to be respected. Here, your voice matters. We make decisions collaboratively and value the perspective that comes with experience.

A Culture That Matches Your Standards

You’ve earned a reputation. We take ours just as seriously. Our brokerage attracts professionals who hold themselves to a higher standard — and that makes everyone’s business better.

Broker Access That’s Actually Useful

No voicemail black holes. No junior staff fielding your questions. You’ll have direct access to experienced leadership that understands complex transactions and treats you like the professional you are.

The Honest Pitch

We’re not the right fit for everyone, and we’d rather tell you that upfront.

We’re building a small, selective team of high-integrity professionals who want to grow a referral-based business inside a brokerage that shares their values. We’re not chasing headcount. We’re building something intentional.

If you’re producing, professional, and ready for a brokerage that matches your level — let’s have a conversation.

What The Move Looks Like

Building Referral-Based Businesses Through a Partnership of Professionalism

We know switching brokerages is a big decision. We’ll make the process straightforward, respectful of your time, and completely confidential. No pressure. No hard sell.

Just an honest conversation about whether we’re the right fit for each other.

Your current brokerage doesn’t need to know you’re exploring your options.

Agent Testimonials

I joined YES Realty Partners because of Yonna’s leadership and forward-thinking approach. The referral-driven culture, positive mindset, and strong work ethic of the agents here align perfectly with my values. This is exactly the kind of team I want to be part of.

Erica May

Joining YES Realty Partners has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my real estate career. I chose to align myself with Yonna and Keith Smith because of their experience, professionalism, and the leadership they bring, not only as mentors but as the driving force behind such a positive and productive team culture.

Drew LeBlanc

"I love being a partner at YES Realty Partners because collaboration isn’t just encouraged — it’s how we do business. With over 20 years in real estate, I value being surrounded by professionals who believe in collaboration over competition, where shared knowledge and genuine camaraderie make us stronger for our clients. We support one another, celebrate wins together, and have a lot of fun along the way — and that spirit ultimately translates into exceptional service for the people we’re honored to serve."

Lisa Campbell

Being in a collective mindset of professionals who work with morals, abide by our code of ethics and have a really fun time year-round! These are some of the reasons why I am grateful to be a part of YES Realty Partners.

Candice van der Linde

YRP was a place of opportunity and possibility for me. It was a place to grow, to learn, to stretch myself, and to continue serving clients to the very best of my ability. Keith and Yonna didn’t just want to make me a better Realtor — they genuinely cared about helping me grow professionally and personally, and encouraged me to pursue every goal I had. YRP isn’t just a brokerage; it’s a family. It’s a place you walk into with joy and feel honored to be a part of. No matter where you want to go or what goals you’re chasing, you’re surrounded by two industry veterans and a team of high-class people who are with you every step of the way in this crazy thing called real estate.

Christopher Eagle

There’s a reason the word Partners is in our name. At YES Realty Partners, partnership isn’t a slogan—it’s the culture. From Keith and Yonna to every agent on the team, we operate as true partners. And that partnership extends to the clients who trust us with one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. Here at YES Realty Partners, you quickly understand why our company continues to grow even in challenging markets while others struggle. It’s leadership. It’s innovation. It’s collaboration. And it’s a shared commitment to doing what’s right for the people we serve. I’m proud to be part of this company and this mission.

Michael Plecker

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For general questions, call us at 434-531-0817 or email us at contact@yesrealtypartners.com
969 2nd St. SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902