The Top 10 Real Estate Agents in Nevada That You Can Truly Trust

Buying or selling a home is one of the most personal decisions a person can make. It involves money, timing, family, and often a great deal of uncertainty. In moments like these, the person guiding you through the process matters more than any market trend or listing strategy.

The agents featured here have built their careers on something simple: showing up for people. They answer the phone. They walk clients through every step without rushing. They tell the truth, even when it is harder to hear. Some have spent decades in their communities, raising families and coaching local teams. Others have built businesses around teaching and mentoring, sharing what they know rather than keeping it close.

What connects them is a belief that real estate works best when it starts with people. They listen before they advise. They stay in touch long after the sale. And they treat every client like the relationship matters, because to them, it does.

These are agents you can count on.

Russ Arnold: Leadership and Precision in Luxury Real Estate

Russ Arnold has called Las Vegas home since 2001. As Managing Director of The Agency Las Vegas & Henderson, he has built a career defined not only by consistency and deep market knowledge, but by the leadership he brings to both his team and the clients he serves.

Before real estate, Russ worked in finance for a Fortune 500 company, where he developed a strong foundation in numbers, risk, and long-term strategy. That background continues to shape how he guides clients and leads within his brokerage today. In his role, he is focused not just on delivering results but on setting a standard for professionalism, collaboration, and client care across his office.

His experience also extends internationally. Between 2007 and 2009, he practiced real estate abroad, exhibiting at the CityScape Dubai Real Estate Show and co-hosting an expo at the Burj Al Arab Hotel. That global perspective informs how he mentors his team and positions properties in a competitive luxury market.

As a leader, Russ emphasizes collaboration over competition, ensuring each client receives thoughtful guidance, discretion, and a clear path forward, while maintaining the level of service and strategic insight that defines his approach to luxury real estate.

Steve Ord: Direct Service and Personal Accountability in Henderson and Las Vegas

Steve Ord has spent over 18 years in real estate, with more than 11 of those years as a licensed REALTOR® and Broker Salesperson serving Henderson and Las Vegas. He operates as an independent agent, which means every client works directly with him from start to finish.

"Real estate is about people," Steve said. "I am accessible, easy to work with, and fully committed to delivering a professional experience that feels personal, supportive, and results-driven."

In an industry that has become increasingly team-based, Steve has built his business around personal accountability and direct service. He does not hand clients off to assistants or junior agents. When someone calls, he answers.

Most clients come to Steve feeling overwhelmed. Buying or selling a home is a significant decision, and there is a lot of noise to cut through. Online estimates, shifting interest rates, and conflicting market headlines. It can make anyone second-guess themselves.

"The biggest problem they have is uncertainty," he said. "They don't want to make a costly mistake or leave money on the table."

His job, as he sees it, is to bring clarity and confidence to the process. That means honest advice, clear strategy, and consistent communication. It also means staying ahead of issues before they become problems.

"I treat their money and their decisions like they're my own," Steve explained. 

Built on Referrals: How Anna Delfin Earned Nevada's Trust

Anna Delfin spent eight years as a caregiver before she ever sold a home, and that work taught her patience, honesty, and how to truly listen to what someone needs. She also raised six children on her own. Those years shaped how she treats her clients today. With more than ten years in real estate now, Anna serves both Northern and Southern Nevada, giving the people she works with a broad knowledge of the state and steady support from the first conversation to closing day.

Much of her work involves helping buyers who feel overlooked. She helps clients strengthen their credit before they purchase and connects them with financing options for many different situations, including challenged credit, little credit history, and ITIN borrowers. "I believe that where there is determination, there is always a way forward," she said.

Her business has grown almost entirely through referrals. As the number one agent in sales for Northern Nevada at Fathom Realty, she closed over thirteen million dollars in sales in 2025 while ranking as the top agent in her office. She holds five-star ratings on Google and Homes.com.

For Anna, the work is about relationships that last beyond closing day. "Helping people through some of the most important moments of their lives is not just my profession, it is my passion," she said.

Tammie Cox: Helping Families Move Forward with Patience and Purpose

Tammie Cox is a real estate agent with Chase International, serving clients across Northern Nevada. She brings a genuine understanding of the communities she works in and a straightforward approach to helping families find their next home.

Tammie grew up in Northern Nevada, and while she moved away for several years, she always knew it would be the place she would settle. She married her next-door neighbor and best friend, Keith, and together they are raising two kids, a dog, two cats, and a bearded dragon. Her deep connection to the area means she knows the neighborhoods, the schools, and the small details that matter to families looking to put down roots.

This year marks her tenth year in the real estate industry. For most of that time, she worked behind the scenes as an admin and then as a broker. About four years ago, she stepped into a full-time agent role and has continued to build a client base that keeps coming back.

"While I am in sales, I am not salesy at all," Tammie said. "I am a no-pressure agent that truly wants what is best for my clients and their futures."

Ryan Kane: Strategy and Local Roots in Northern Nevada Real Estate

In the evolving landscape of Northern Nevada real estate, success no longer belongs to those who simply list homes. It belongs to those who position them.

At the center of this elevated approach is Ryan Kane, founder of Kane & Partners at RE/MAX Professionals. With more than $500 million in career sales and a reputation as one of the region’s top-performing agents, Ryan has built a team that operates differently. Their work is intentional, strategic, and guided by a refined design sensibility that feels more like a boutique firm than a brokerage.

Raised between Truckee, California, and Reno, Ryan brings the rare advantage of true local fluency. He understands not only the market statistics of Reno, Lake Tahoe, Sparks, and the Carson Valley, but also the lifestyle nuances that influence why people move, invest, and build here. A Reno-Tahoe native with a sharp eye, Ryan consistently delivers standout results across Northern Nevada. He has notable success in Old Southwest Reno, Southwest Reno, Verdi, and the Carson Valley.  These are areas where he is often sought out by clients searching for a luxury Reno realtor, Old Southwest Reno real estate agent, or guidance on legacy homes in Reno.

Kane & Partners functions less like a traditional real estate team and more like a hybrid of a marketing agency, design studio, and financial advisory firm. Every listing begins with a defined strategy. Pricing psychology, buyer targeting, and negotiation positioning are mapped out before a sign ever touches the yard.

That distinction has proven powerful across luxury communities in Reno and Lake Tahoe, where presentation and perception directly influence value.

In 2025, Ryan ranked among the Top 20 agents out of more than 3,600 in Northern Nevada. The team has consistently ranked among Nevada’s Top 10 real estate teams from 2022 through 2025 and was named a Top 50 midsize team nationwide in 2025. That same year, they earned Gold for Best Luxury Real Estate Team at the Best of Sierra Nevada awards.

Virginia "Ginger" Marphis: A Decade of Teaching, Mentoring, and Genuine Client Care

Virginia "Ginger" Marphis has spent the last decade helping people buy and sell homes in Northern Nevada, but her approach to the work has never been typical. She runs one of the largest and longest running investor communities in the region, teaches workshops, mentors other agents, and treats every client relationship as something that extends far beyond a single transaction.

Originally from the Bay Area in California, Ginger moved to Reno in 2000 with her husband, now of 32 years. They were looking for a better quality of life, and they found it. She has been working in real estate full time since 2016, bringing a background in finance that helps her clients understand the numbers behind their decisions.

"I disrupt the industry by leading with education, community, and transparency, not transactions," Ginger explained. She founded and still runs Real Estate Investors and Landlords of Northern Nevada, a group where she brings what she calls "real conversations, real numbers, and real strategy" to people who want to understand property investment at a deeper level.

This focus on sharing knowledge rather than keeping it close has shaped everything about her business. As a mentor, coach, instructor, and team leader at Fathom Realty, she spends a significant part of her time helping other agents grow. She challenges what she sees as the traditional real estate model by putting relationship marketing ahead of lead chasing and collaboration ahead of competition.

Natalie Cunningham: Real Estate Rooted in Trust and Lasting Relationships

Natalie Cunningham is a Las Vegas Realtor who has built her business on something that cannot be manufactured: trust. As the founder of Natalie Sells Vegas, she serves clients throughout Southern Nevada with an approach that puts relationships ahead of transactions.

Most of Natalie's business comes from repeat clients and referrals. That fact alone says something about how she operates. In an industry where many agents chase volume, she has chosen a different path, one that keeps her connected to clients long after the closing documents are signed.

"I disrupt the industry by putting relationships before transactions," Natalie explained. "While many agents focus on volume, I focus on people. I stay connected long after closing, serving as a trusted advisor, not just a salesperson."

Her work extends beyond traditional real estate. As a host on the nationally televised American Dream TV, Natalie showcases Las Vegas communities, local businesses, and properties to a national audience. The role allows her to blend real estate with storytelling, highlighting not just homes but the lifestyle and community that make Southern Nevada what it is.

Her track record reflects that commitment. Natalie has been named one of America's Top 100 Real Estate Agents, placing in the top one percent nationally, for both 2024 and 2025. In 2024, she was featured on the cover of My Vegas Magazine as one of the Top Real Estate Professionals, a recognition that highlighted both her performance and her community impact.

Mary Kleingartner and Ryan Mitchell: Quiet Leadership in Lake Tahoe's Luxury Market

Mary Kleingartner and Ryan Mitchell are luxury real estate advisors based in Incline Village, Nevada. They specialize in properties around Lake Tahoe, specifically in Incline Village and Crystal Bay. Between them, they bring decades of experience to a market where relationships and local knowledge matter more than flash.

Ryan grew up in Incline Village before leaving for college and a career in professional golf. After years away, he returned to the community that shaped him, bringing with him a deep respect for the place he calls home. Mary is originally from Seattle, where she also attended college. She relocated to Incline Village more than 20 years ago to coach competitive ski racing. Both of them ended up putting down roots in a place that many only visit.

Their partnership is built on complementary backgrounds and a shared approach to the work. They have represented some of the most significant transactions in the region, including a landmark $46 million lakefront sale. But when asked about achievements, they tend to steer the conversation away from numbers.

"Our biggest achievement has been building a reputation for leadership rooted in trust, discretion, and consistently sound judgment," they explained. "In a small community, credibility is earned over time. We're proud to be known for honest counsel, thoughtful pricing strategy, and decisions that protect clients' long term interests."

Their names have appeared in regional and national real estate publications over the years in connection with significant sales and market insights. Most recently, they were featured in The Wall Street Journal in a story highlighting Lake Tahoe's luxury and waterfront real estate market, with specific reference to elite demand in Incline Village and Crystal Bay.

Nicole Sanzone: Raising the Standard in Las Vegas Real Estate

Nicole Sanzone is a real estate broker serving the Las Vegas area. She works as both a managing broker and an active producing agent, spending her days helping clients navigate transactions while also overseeing and guiding agents within her office, raising the bar for how real estate gets done in Southern Nevada. She is quick to credit her family as her foundation. The long hours and unpredictability of real estate are not always easy, but their unwavering support allows her to give her best to every client and agent she serves.

What sets Nicole apart is that she operates on multiple levels within real estate. She represents buyers and sellers while simultaneously mentoring agents and serving as a resource to inspectors, appraisers, and other professionals. As a certified instructor for the Nevada Real Estate Division, she also plays an active role in educating both new and experienced agents, further reinforcing her commitment to raising the standard of the industry.

Her clients are often navigating major life transitions. Some are buying their first home. Others are upgrading for a growing family or selling a property tied to emotional or financial stress. The challenges they face usually come down to uncertainty, a lack of clarity around the process, and the fear of making a wrong decision on what is often their largest financial investment.

"Many clients struggle with understanding contracts, pricing strategy, negotiation, and how all the moving parts of a transaction come together," Nicole said. "I take the time to educate my clients so they understand not just what we are doing, but why."

Beth Cooney: Marketing Expertise and Hands-On Service

Beth Cooney joined Dickson Realty in 2014 and has been a top producer ever since. She has been voted one of the top 25 real estate agents in the region, and her group was recognized as the top producer for February 2026, along with elite performer status for 2025.

Beth brings thirty years of marketing experience to her real estate work, which becomes especially valuable when representing sellers. Before joining Dickson, she spent fourteen years as Executive Vice President of Marketing at John Ascuaga's Nugget and ten years as Director of Marketing at Harrah's Entertainment. That background gives her a clear advantage when designing the right marketing plan for a property.

What clients tend to notice most is how present she is throughout the process. Beth picks up the phone when you call. She communicates consistently, follows up, and follows through. Her knowledge of Northern Nevada and the local market gives her clients a real edge in negotiation, and she pays close attention to the small details that often decide whether a transaction runs smoothly or falls apart.

Beth keeps the process moving with one goal in mind, which is the personal and financial satisfaction of the people she represents. 

Summary

Real estate moves fast. Markets shift, prices fluctuate, and decisions carry weight that lasts for years. In the middle of all that noise, people need someone steady. Someone who listens before they speak and protects their clients from costly mistakes.

The agents in this list have earned trust the old way: through consistency. They have guided first time buyers through uncertainty and helped families navigate emotional transitions with patience. They have built businesses on referrals and repeat clients, not because of clever marketing, but because people remember how they were treated.

Some have backgrounds in finance. Others came from coaching or operations. What they share is a commitment to honesty, clear communication, and putting people ahead of transactions. They do not rush. They do not oversell. They simply do the work, year after year, and let the relationships speak for themselves.