TESTIMONIALS

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This realty company went above and beyond. I live in Colorado Springs, and they assisted with all aspects of selling my father's property in Summit County. I would recommend them to anyone, especially Tyler.
– Eileen C.
Debbie and Ned were so gracious and most patient with us on the sale of our home. They eased us through the process, always responsive to our questions. Could not have asked of more from these two. Things happened so quickly and they handled all issues so professionally. Thank you, Nelson Walley
– Kathleen S.
10 gold stars!!! We had such a wonderful experience working with Nelson Walley Real Estate to sell our home. We really appreciate all that Ned, Debbie, and the entire team at Nelson Walley did for us during the selling process. My wife calls them the "Dream Team." We would highly recommend them for anyone interested in buying or selling real estate in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado!
– Nathan C.
We worked with both Ned and Debbie on buying a property in Summit County. They knew the area, the market, and the "insiders" view. We are happy with all aspects of our transaction. We didn't know them prior to this transaction, but we consider them both friends now!
– MIchelle B.
Wow! Totally blown away by all of my interactions with Nelson Walley Real Estate! They are the most personable people and very professional. They know everything about Real Estate in Summit County because they are very experienced and have been residents of Summit County for years. They have a high attention to detail and have a strong work ethic. I would work with them again in a heartbeat!
– Valerie S.
Ned, Debbie, Ashley and the whole Nelson / Walley team is EXCELLENT! From the first meeting to chat about selling our house, to the fully squared away staging process, to the actual sale - Highly efficient! Fully managed and organized process. We lived in Summit County for 20 years, and we would highly recommend working with this very knowledgeable and professional team.
– Teresa O.
Ned and Debbie did an excellent job of pricing our home. Helping with interior changes for a quick sale and getting through the sales process. This is the second time I have used Ned and they have done an excellent job each time.
– Don W.
Our recent interactions with her regarding the sale and purchase of residences in Silverthorne exceeded our expectations. We feel Debbie went beyond what was expected in paying attention to our situation outside of what we would have considered normal working hours. She consistently devoted attention to our dealings during her personal time. As a matter of fact, we got to the point of suggesting Debbie go out of town on vacation since those actions seem to generate more activity for us. She responded each time whether it was from Texas, Denver or the hinterlands of Nebraska. Debbie continued to stick by us with a positive attitude during particularly trying times involving the sale of our Ponds townhome. She consistently fought to present the property in its best light while doing everything possible to determine the real intentions of prospective buyers. Debbie continues to go above and beyond by providing service after the sale. We greatly appreciate her abilities, her friendship and everything she has done for us. She is an asset to your organization. We would and have highly recommended her to additional buyers.
– Larry & Judy S.
So impressed on every level. I’ve been involved in over a dozen realty transactions in my life, and my experience with Debbie tops them all. She is thorough, thoughtful, and does plenty of extra (unnecessary but appreciated) homework on behalf of buyers. Although she didn’t need to, nor was there any expectation, she dug into “what could go wrong” to uncover potential problems with the sale with the spirit of protecting me as a buyer. She also footed the bill on a few expenses that were way above and beyond to make sure this was a solid deal and in my best interest. After the sale, she’s been a wealth of knowledge about the area and local contractors. I’ve never had an agent work so hard on my behalf, especially when the basics were covered so professionally and perfectly. It’s rare to find talent like this in the realty world. I would recommend Debbie without hesitation for any realty transaction.
– Mark R.
When we met Realtor, Debbie Nelson up here in summit county we were at an all time low with our Milwaukee property. On our third realtor there, I announced that I hated all realtors when we met. But Debbie, full of love and faith, confidently told us that when the time was right our house would sell and the one we were meant to buy would appear. She was right. Months and months later, with the house on Green Tree just under contract (with our 4th realtor), our slice of heaven came on the market. She tirelessly helped us seal this rare deal and then turned around and sold our condo in 18 hours. Cash offer that closed in 3 weeks. David says that she’s the best realtor ever. I think that she’s a woman who loves her work, family and the place she lives. She’s genuine and real. We are so grateful to have met her and are thrilled to have her and Rick as friends.”
– Polly D.
We were not new to buying recreational property when we met Ned and his team. In any price range, but especially in the very high-end range, we wanted to be very careful and make the right choice. Ned, Debbie, and the entire office are immaculate professionals. In real estate, especially when buying a home in an unfamiliar market, communication is everything. Every text, phone call, and e-mail were handled with efficiency and promptness and we had some kind of contact with Ned and his team every day. It was a pleasure to work with them. We found our perfect home in only a few months being guided and counseled at every step, never coaxed or nudged. I recommend Ned and his team to any buyer or seller in Summit County.
– Eric
Wow, what an amazing team to work with! Ned and Debbie have a full service operation that includes excellent staging advice and service, property website development, picture perfect photos, and most importantly they are highly responsive and market experts. We listed our home just a few weeks before Summit County closed down due to COVID-19. During this time Ned and Debbie provided great insight, support, and guidance. They helped us navigate a successful sale even during this challenging time. We can't say enough great things about this team and we look forward to using them to help us find our next vacation home.
– Chris
We highly recommend Debbie Nelson! We, and multiple friends, have worked with Debbie on various occasions, and each time she has gone above and beyond in providing outstanding customer service. She is very knowledgeable about Summit County and about real estate transactions and their nuances. Buying a home is such a personal, emotional decision and Debbie has a deep commitment to helping you find the perfect place for you to call “home”. This is truly one of the most honest, sincere, and personable individuals we have ever met.
– Judy S.
Great team. Versatile, works well with other brokers, they live locally, know the area thoroughly, the local housing market, and current plus upcoming listings, and how to operated the business of being a realtor. Manages E-Contracts and other computer processes really well. Always on top of things, keeping buyers on straight path to successful closing. Ever helpful. And did I say, really good, nice, ethical, friendly people. All of them: Ned, Debbie, Ashley and Tyler. You'll make new friends; and be the better for it.
– Lawrence S. Greher
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We are so grateful to have a realtor who was looking out for our best interests from the start. We definitely were not your “easiest” customers, but you continued to put our family interest and needs first. And now we have a perfect home for our start in Summit County. Not knowing anyone in the area, we also appreciate your hospitality and help getting connected. We are loving our new community. Thank you for all you have done!
– Trent & Stacy
Debbie, we could not have been happier with you or your professionalism in helping us explore potential Colorado properties. We both really like you! and are very impressed with how hard you worked for us, how savvy you are, responsive, and the professional way you communicated, listened to our requests, and cherry-picked properties to view. You treated us like VIPs even though we have a relatively small amount of money to spend. Thank you so much.
– Kate & Alan R.
Ned and his business partner Debbie came highly recommended, and after our experience we can affirm. They are prompt, knowledgeable and efficient. One of our best experiences yet. No hiccups with paperwork. Not pushy. Gave us a couple tips that saved us money on the life of our loan. Actually reviewed the inspection results with us. Our experience with Ned and Debbie was not just about the sale. Thanks! We appreciate your diligence.
– Lauren
Debbie Nelson is the ultimate professional whose business model is she believes in your needs as a priority instead of getting the sale done. Her attention to detail and follow though is often overlooked in this profession and is a welcome attribute. She has the technological savvy and resources to keep you informed as well. I would not even consider using someone else for my next transaction.
– Mark & Rae Anne
Ned Walley and Debbie Nelson helped me sell my condo in the middle of a global pandemic and recession! Through the whole process they were knowledgeable and helpful while not making me feel pressured. Their guidance definitely made this sale go through and I am confident that I was better off with them than using other agents or listing services.
– Davis
Your hard work and persistence finally paid off! We cannot thank you enough for all you did in the recent sale of our home. Your professional manner, friendly advice, and personal touch were all greatly appreciated. The timing of the sale was perfect
– Brian & Shannon
You are a class act! It is not often we see someone go so above and beyond for a client. As always, we look forward to working with you again. It is great to know someone who shares our values as well as commitment to our clients.
– Rene’ & Jeff K.
We can’t thank you enough for all your help during our journey to find our mountain home! I’m so thankful for the opportunity to work with you. We love love our home and couldn’t have done it without you! Thanks again!
– Marc & Nicole
Debbie is an outstanding realtor and person. She is an expert in knowing the Summit County area realestate market. I refer countless people to her and would never chose another realtor.
– Barb Selzer
From the beginning, you were prompt with information and listings, and you always returned a call in a very short period of time. Our family has been very happy with your service
– Gregg H.
I honestly can’t thank you enough for all you have done! I truly appreciate your hard work and effort! You are an angel on earth! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
– Corina C.
Ned and Debbie offered us friendly, patient service without any pressure. They are both responsive and extremely knowledgeable about the local area and resources.
– Cindy
Thank you so much for helping guide us through the purchase of our first home! You made it so easy and we wouldn’t have wanted to do it without you.
– Shane & Jason
This review is overdue, but I wanted to post about the incredibly positive experience we had working with Nelson Walley to purchase a condo at Copper Mountain in the winter of 2024/25. Marco was our primary contact, although we did have a chance to talk and work with others at the agency as well. Marco was simply fantastic from beginning to end through the whole process. He responded immediately to all emails and texts, and checked in regularly to see if we had questions or if there was anything else he could do to help. In particular, we were focused on buying in a specific building at Copper and he contacted everyone in his network to help us find a suitable unit to buy. He was able to find a seller for us in only about a week, and then helped make the whole process extremely smooth. I would highly recommend both Marco and Nelson Walley for real estate needs in Summit County.
– Jenn Sahmel Elliott
Working with Debbie Nelson has been one of the best experiences of our home-buying journey. She helped our family navigate the purchase of a local deed-restricted home with care, clarity, and professionalism. Her commitment to supporting the local workforce is evident and deeply appreciated. Debbie stayed ahead of every detail—flagging potential issues, guiding us through the contract process, and ensuring everything stayed on track. She and her team (Marco and Ned - also AMAZING) stepped in to help us address several move-in challenges left by the previous owners, making a stressful situation much more manageable. We’re now working with Debbie to sell our previous home, and the level of service continues to be exceptional. She's knowledgeable, reliable, and someone you want on your side throughout any real estate transaction and in life. As co-broker of the best real estate team in Summit County, Debbie sets the standard for what great service should look like. We recommend her, Ned and Marco without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell—especially those who value integrity, responsiveness, and true local expertise.
– Mahlon Myers
We have begun working with Debbie and can't speak highly enough of her authenticity, openness and honesty. She Took AMAZING care of us and put a lot of time into helping us understand the area. I am thrilled to be on this journey with her and her company.
– Dr. Victory
Deb and Ned did an amazing job listing our home. Even in a market with many homes listed in Blue River we had an offer before I even knew our home was listed on the MLS - 5 hours to be exact - and under contract the same day! From start to finish they were professional, ever so helpful and provided invaluable guidance through the process. We would highly recommend Deb and Ned, and their whole team, for your purchase or listing.
– Carrie H.
I had an excellent experience working with Debbie Nelson. She was very knowledgeable about the market and helped me immensely with my real estate transaction. I recommend Nelson Walley for any real estate transaction.
– David P.
After 23 years of mountain living, my husband and I reluctantly decided the time had come to relocate. That meant leaving the home we built and did our best to fill with plenty of love and lots of laughter. As silly as it may sound, it was important to us that whichever realtor we selected understood the emotional investment we had made in our home as well as the financial. Enter Debbie and Ned. Hands down their initial presentation was the most professional and polished of everyone we interviewed. After we signed on, their attention to detail and their marketing skills, in particular, were topnotch. They know and understand the market and work hand-in-hand with the seller to a satisfactory end. We can't thank them enough for the care they took in helping us let go of one dream so that we could happily embrace the next.
– Pati H.
There should be More stars to highlight!! We were taken care of every step of the way ! From first meeting to closing we felt confident and enjoyed the whole experience! Truly wonderful!
– Susie K.
Debbie and Ned were fantastic to work with. While we had been vacationing in Summit County for more than 20 years, they explained our options at a much deeper level than we previously understood. They toured lots of homes with us, some at very short notice (thank you!). And once we had a clear understanding of what was important to us and what was in our price range, they zeroed in on our options and helped us negotiate a great deal. And they've been a huge help as we got the house set up! I would highly recommend them if you are looking for a house in Summit County.
– Dave S.
Debbie and Ned were amazing to work with! They really listened to what we were looking for and went above and beyond to help us find our mountain home.
– Paula R. S.
Debbie Nelson is hands down one of the very best real estate professionals we have ever worked with. My husband and I stumbled across an unplanned opportunity to make an offer on what turned out to be our dream home. Given the last-minute nature of the arrangement with the sellers, we had the opportunity to work with Debbie as a Transaction Broker, as opposed to a full Realtor. But in no way did Debbie's reduced role in the transaction limit her involvement, support, friendship or guidance. In fact, her impeccable service quickly shot her to the top of the list of all the realtors we've ever worked with (and we've worked with many over the years). Debbie knows the beating heart of Summit County, she understands the trends, the things to look out for, and what makes this community so unique. She's well-connected to all of the individuals who will support you as you work through financing, inspections, title companies, etc. We felt extremely supported throughout the entire process. In fact, Debbie provided much more insight and transparency into the minutia of real estate transactions than most, meaning that we were able to enter into a very serious commitment with knowledge and confidence. This empowerment was so appreciated. We can't recommend Debby highly enough, and while we don't see ourselves leaving our dream home, if we do, Debbie will be the first person we call.
– Sam K.
We have worked with Ned and Debbie over the past several years buying and selling multiple properties in Summit County. We just sold our last property that we owned which was our beautiful custom home. Debbie and Ned did an excellent job marketing and advertising our home to the public and local realtors. Ned and Debbie (and their staff) are friendly and super easy to work with during the process. We have a strong business and personal relationship with both Ned and Debbie and wouldn't consider buying or selling in Summit County without their guidance and asistance. You won't regret choosing Nelson Walley to your next home or sell your current.
– Lisa W.

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