Meet The Team

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Originally hails from Southwest Colorado and is an avid outdoorsman who loves both fishing and hunting. Being raised in the Rocky Mountains he has a deep appreciation of nature which led him and his wife to move to the Appalachian Mountains after retiring from his Professional Ballet career with the Colorado Ballet. Utilizing the determination, work ethic and discipline it takes to be a professional ballet
dancer, Bennett easily transitioned into his career as a Real Estate Broker. His focus on detail, customer
service and honesty provides his clients with an exceptional experience that is unparalleled in this area.
Bennett is a take charge, outgoing person who's unique experiences and personality allow him to ease
difficult situations, to keep your real estate transaction stress free.
Bennett has reached the Decade long career milestone in Real Estate.

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Originally from Southern California, Jessica is a Real Estate Broker and Professional Dance Choreographer who has lived in North Carolina for 10 years. As a former Professional Ballet Dancer she was privileged to travel all over the United States developing a passion for Real Estate, Architecture and meeting new people from all walks of life. Her former career as a ballet dancer has given her a level of professionalism, attention to detail and work ethic that allowed a seamless transition into the Real Estate world.
Jessica lives in Hendersonville with her husband and dog and prides herself on giving her clients an elevated experience and a stress-free transaction from the first phone call to the closing table, going “above and beyond” for her customers.

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Bringing over a decade of expertise in customer service and administrative management, Maggie Knowles plays an indispensable role within our team at Orchards Properties. As our dedicated administrator, Maggie ensures seamless communication and information flow, both for our valued clients and our internal staff.
In addition to her responsibilities at Orchards Properties, Maggie also channels her passion for event coordination by serving as an assistant planner in the vibrant wedding industry. This dual role equips her with a unique skill set to cater to clients' diverse needs and transform their visions into a stunning reality.
Maggie's commitment to excellence and her ability to foster strong connections with clients make her an invaluable asset in both the real estate and event planning realms. Her dedication to personalized service and meticulous attention to detail consistently enhance the experiences of those she works with.

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Originally from South Africa, she has traveled extensively throughout the world and has a deep appreciation and keen eye for unique home design, from contemporary masterpieces to traditional family homes. Her own diverse personal background enables her to connect with clientele from any culture and background while interpreting their likes and dislikes in a way that enables her to curate listings that adequately reflect their dream home attributes. Her innate empathy, honesty, and determination make her uniquely enjoyable to work with.
Anneke combines an encyclopedic knowledge of the many attractions of the region and a diligent, no-nonsense approach to fulfilling her clients needs. Beyond finding the right property, Anneke acts as an advocate for her clients to ensure every step of the process is supported by her and her team, from inspections, town filings and resource sourcing (ie: home improvement professionals, landscaping, etc) to provide a seamless transition from search to move-in.
Anneke is a proud mother of two adult boys, and enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband, Jim. Avid animal lovers, Jim and Anneke also enjoy life with a menagerie of rescue animals.
Designations/Licenses: Accredited Buyer Representative, Certified Buyer Representative, Green.