OWNER / REALTOR®

Kim is the owner of Ivy & Trellis Real Estate and brings more than fifteen years of experience helping clients buy and sell homes across North Carolina and South Carolina.

Her steady leadership, strong market knowledge, and straightforward approach set the tone for the entire team. Kim has guided clients through all kinds of real estate decisions — from first homes and family moves to investment properties, relocations, and listings that require thoughtful preparation and positioning.

Clients appreciate Kim’s calm presence, honest guidance, and ability to make a complicated process feel more manageable. She believes people deserve clear communication, smart advice, and a real estate experience that feels personal rather than transactional.

REALTOR®

Jay Barr has been part of Ivy & Trellis for several years and continues to be one of the steady pillars of the team.

He brings experience, work ethic, and a calm, client-first approach to every transaction. Jay understands that buying or selling a home is not just a financial decision — it is often tied to family, timing, lifestyle, and major life changes.

His practical perspective and genuine commitment to helping people make smart decisions make him a valuable resource for clients navigating the local market. Whether someone is preparing to list, searching for the right fit, or working through the details between contract and closing, Jay brings patience, focus, and steady support.

REALTOR®

Wil brings a thoughtful, client-focused approach to the team.

He understands that real estate decisions are rarely just about the property itself. They are often connected to timing, family, finances, lifestyle, and long-term goals. Wil helps clients move through the process with patience, clear communication, and a steady focus on what matters most.

Whether someone is preparing to buy, getting ready to sell, or simply trying to understand their options, Wil works to make the process feel more approachable and less overwhelming.

REALTOR®

A Charlotte-area native, John brings more than twelve years of hands-on experience with renovation projects, flips, short-term rentals, and long-term investment properties. That background gives him a practical understanding of homes beyond the surface — how they function, how they show, how buyers think, and how thoughtful preparation can affect value.

Before stepping into real estate professionally, John spent more than twenty years running a graphic design business. That experience shaped his eye for detail, marketing, presentation, and visual storytelling — all of which are valuable when helping sellers position a home and helping buyers look beyond the listing photos.

John’s approach is direct, thoughtful, and grounded. He helps clients slow down, understand their options, and make decisions with confidence.