About Us
Local Roots. Honest Guidance. Real Relationships.

Hefner Real Estate is a family-owned company proudly helping buyers, sellers, renters, and investors throughout Western North Carolina with trusted local expertise and personalized service.
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More Than Real Estate - We're Part of This Community

At Hefner Real Estate, we believe real estate is about more than transactions,  it’s about helping people build the life they want. As a locally rooted family business, we understand the value of trust, hard work, and treating people the right way.

We proudly serve buyers, sellers, renters, and investors across Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba Counties with honest communication, personalized guidance, and a commitment to making every client feel comfortable and confident throughout the process.

Because we live here too, we care deeply about the communities we serve and the relationships we build along the way.

What Sets Us Apart
 

Local Roots & Trusted Guidance

We’re proud to serve the communities we call home with honest advice, strong relationships, and personalized service.

Real Estate & Construction Insight

Our background in both real estate and construction helps clients better understand a home’s value, potential, and long-term investment.

Personalized Client Experience

We take the time to listen, communicate clearly, and guide every client through the process with care and transparency.

Experience You Can Count On

From first-time buyers to growing families and retirees, we help clients navigate every stage of real estate with confidence.

Our Agents

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Abigail Hefner

(828) 443-6230
AbigailHefner@yahoo.com

Abigail graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne as valedictorian with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with Honors.  She has worked in customer service for over a decade and considers all aspects of her real estate career a perfect fit for her.  She has enjoyed growing Hefner Real Estate's property management division while decreasing turnover and vacancy rates.  She also loves working with buyers and sellers alike, and is quick to creatively problem-solve to make her clients' real estate goals their reality.
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Deidre Vest

(828) 851-4649
SellHickory@gmail.com

Specialties: Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Foreclosure

I LOVE selling Real Estate!  Nothing makes me happier than to see the look on people's face when they find the home they love and want...Priceless!

Do you need to know the value of your home (CMA)? What is selling near you?  How is the Housing market?  What is the best way to market your home?   Is tax value the same as your true value?  ("NO").
Do you want to know how to buy a home?  Where to start?  What inspections are recommended or required?
Do you want to learn about 100% Financing with no money down?

No question is unimportant.  No price range is too big or small. I truly do like to help folks with their decisions.
With over 17 years of experience, I have the skills of a veteran Real Estate Broker including property valuation, listing assessment, marketing, negotiation and hiring professional services for my clients.  If you need to know the value of your home or one that you are considering to purchase, don't hesitate to call me.
Membership in the Catawba Valley Board and MLS, as well as the Burke County MLS gives a wide variety of coverage for my clients.
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Michael Westcott

Let’s Help You Make Your Next Move With Confidence

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a property, relocating, or searching for investment opportunities, Hefner Real Estate is here to guide you every step of the way.
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