Real estate agents continue playing a major role in helping buyers and sellers navigate a housing market shaped by shifting inventory, relocation trends, financing considerations, and long-term investment decisions. In Winchester and Frederick County, experienced agents often provide far more than transaction support, serving as advisors on neighborhood dynamics, property values, market timing, and community resources. Many local professionals also maintain deep involvement in civic organizations and regional development efforts that strengthen their understanding of the area’s evolving housing landscape. Honored in the Star Awards, these real estate professionals represent a wide range of expertise across the Northern Shenandoah Valley market.
Deborah Matthews brings more than 25 years of experience to residential real estate throughout Virginia and West Virginia, specializing heavily in relocation services and buyer representation. A longtime member of the Blue Ridge Association of Realtors’ top-producing ranks, she holds certifications including Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Military Relocation Professional designations. Matthews is known for using her extensive regional knowledge to help clients navigate both the logistical and financial aspects of moving within or into the Shenandoah Valley. Her long-term community involvement and consultative service style have helped establish her as a trusted resource for families relocating throughout the Winchester area.
Katie Landi Jordan serves as supervising broker for Samson Properties Winchester while also maintaining a high-volume residential real estate practice throughout Virginia and West Virginia. Her background in public policy and administration supports a data-oriented approach to pricing, negotiations, and market analysis, particularly within Winchester’s historic districts and Old Town neighborhoods. In addition to her real estate work, Jordan remains deeply involved in civic and cultural organizations across the community, including leadership roles connected to the Shenandoah Arts Council and the Apple Blossom Festival. Her combination of brokerage leadership and community engagement has made her one of the area’s more recognizable figures within the local real estate industry.
Katrina Smith is an Associate Broker with Legacy Real Estate Group under Samson Properties, providing residential and commercial real estate services across Virginia and West Virginia. Her practice emphasizes proactive communication, negotiation strategy, and client education, supported by advanced industry credentials including GRI and ABR designations. Smith has also held significant leadership positions within the broader real estate profession, including serving as the 2023 President of Virginia REALTORS® and as a National Association of REALTORS® director. Her ability to explain evolving policy and market trends in accessible terms has made her a valuable advisor for clients ranging from luxury home buyers to members of the 55-plus community.
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