Crites Real Estate is a highly personalized Real Estate Firm specializing in the Greater Charlotte Area. Founded by Neal Crites, Crites Real Estate is a private brokerage dedicated to emphasizing local knowledge of the community and superb customer service and satisfaction.

Strategically located in the burgeoning Lake Norman area, Crites Real Estate has in-depth familiarity with the Charlotte Region's fast-growing housing market. When buying or selling your home, Crites Real Estate has the expertise you need - whether it's your first home or your first investment property!

Crites Real Estate: Premium Properties. Superior Service.

Profiles:

Neal A. Crites - Broker/Owner

Dennis J. Knowles - Broker/Realtor

Lisa Stewart - Broker/Realtor

Dominick Ristaino - Broker

Neal A. Crites
Owner/Broker/Realtor^®

Owner Neal Crites founded Crites Real Estate after realizing the need for a small independent brokerage that focuses on excellent customer service and satisfaction. Neal establishes long-term relationships by working individually with every one of his clients.  With his down-to-earth approach and keen eye for detail, no issue is too large or small.

Having lived in the Charlotte and Lake Norman area for over 30 years, Neal is familiar with the local market as both a broker and an owner. With a background in construction, he designed and built his own home on the lake. Neal brings this added expertise whenever he surveys a potential property.

Neal’s excellent reputation is founded on high ethical standards, thorough attention to detail and strong negotiation skills. He has over 13 years of creative management experience and a dedicated work ethic that keeps clients coming back.

In addition, he is a proud 2007 recipient of a Client Satisfaction Award, courtesy of www.FiveStarProfessional.com.  This award is based off of client and industry nominations, and is made up of criteria such as customer service, market knowledge, and integrity. This honor places Neal in the top 5% of licensed agents in the Charlotte area.

"I strongly feel that the business of buying or selling a property should be placed in the hands of real estate experts that are actually a part of that community. I value personal interactions and maintaining a level of service that is rarely found in larger organizations. Whether you are considering purchasing or selling a home in the area, give me a call and I will work one on one with you to customize a tailored strategy based around your needs."

Background:
- Northern Virginia/DC area native.
- B.A. in Business Administration from George Mason University.
- Extensive background in construction and remodeling.
- CEO and Founder of Soft Play, Inc – the world’s leading supplier of soft self-contained children’s play equipment.
- Over 13 years experience managing a multi-million dollar company: employed 300 people and worked with inter-national clients such as Disney, McDonalds, etc.
- North Carolina’s Entrepreneur of the Year, 1991.
- Charlotte’s “Fast 50” in business growth for three consecutive years.

Professional Affiliations:
- Broker’s License
- National Association of Realtors
- North Carolina Association of Realtors
- Charlotte Multiple Listing Service
- Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce
- Recipient of 2007 FIVE STAR Real Estate Agent award for Client Satisfaction.

Interests: Real Estate, Boating, Travel.

Dennis J. Knowles
Broker/Realtor^®

Dennis brings an extensive background in management and elite customer service.  Having worked over 20 years as a high-level service representative and dignitary liaison for the airline industry, Dennis has a wealth of experience in ensuring complete client satisfaction.

With a detail-oriented approach, high ethical standards, and a fine eye for craftsmanship, Dennis takes pride in working one on one to provide clients with thorough service from beginning to end.

"Purchasing real estate is not just a financial investment; it’s also a lifestyle investment.  I collaborate with clients to come up with a long term plan that ensures they will be happy with their purchase for years to come."

Background:
- Native of Tri-Cities, Tennessee.
- Studied and worked extensively overseas.
- Over 20 years experience with US Airways
- Fluent  German.

Professional Affiliations:
- Broker’s License
- National Association of Realtors
- North Carolina Association of Realtors
- Charlotte Multiple Listing Service

Interests: Trains, Foreign Languages, Travel, and Piano

Lisa Stewart
Broker/Realtor^®

Lisa has extensive experience all around the Charlotte metropolitan area, from up-town to the arts district. Having lived in Dilworth since the early 90’s, she knows the local market as both a broker and an owner. She is a dedicated realtor and also an avid runner, having completed over 13 marathons!

Lisa has years of experience in accounting, project management, and customer relations.  This added knowledge makes her well qualified to handle and oversee all aspects of a client deal, and a valuable addition to the Crites Real Estate team.