Dusty Washburn

Turning Realty into Reality

What do Clients Say?

We were referred to Dusty by a neighbor who sold her unit. Dusty actually represented the buyer in that case. We were largely persuaded to contact Dusty when our neighbor expressed her wish that she had engaged Dusty rather than the realtor who listed her property. Dusty has a great command of the process and expansive knowledge of the market. She was at all times helpful and responsive. She made us confident that we would sell within a reasonable time frame at a price that would work for us, which is exactly what happened. She was great in the negotiation phase of both an offer that we ultimately rejected and the offer that we accepted. I cannot imagine that there is a better realtor in her market. She even has a good sense of humor.

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Dusty is the hardest working agent we have ever had the pleasure of working with and we can’t thank her enough for everything she did to find us the perfect home. Even after completing the closing process, she continued to work hard at resolving a few remaining issues regarding our contract. She is extremely knowledgeable about the area and knows exactly what to look for concerning potential problems within a home. Whether you’re purchasing your first house, second house, vacation home, or like us, moving into the area from a different state; Dusty is the agent you want on your side.

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My husband and I worked with Dusty to purchase a vacation rental in Boone and we really cannot say enough good things about her. She is knowledgeable, approachable, personable, endlessly patient, and incredibly generous with her time (including mornings, evenings, and weekends over the course of several months). She answered every question and explained every part of the process clearly and thoroughly. Buying a second home is challenging, but working with Dusty made it as painless and straightforward as possible. We had a very tight schedule because we were not from the area. She went out of her way to make sure we were able to see as many properties as we could. She was very good about talking with the seller once we made our selection and we never felt like she was “just in it for the money”. She wanted to help us find the perfect little cottage for our family. I appreciated her love for Boone and the high country as well as her local flare. She was great at recommending restaurants while we were in for the weekend. We are hoping next time we are up the mountain we will be able to visit with her! She is hands down the easiest realtor we have every worked with!

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This was our third real estate transaction with Dusty and every one has been a VERY positive experience. Our first experience was when she sold us a beautiful 23 acre parcel in Vilas, NC. She then sold it for us when we changed our minds and decided that we would rather buy an existing home than build. In those capacities she acted as a buyers agent then as a sellers agent and she wore those hats perfectly, always looking out for our best behalf. In this latest transaction, Dusty really went to bat for us. She helped us navigate our way through a delicate issue on the home we really wanted to buy. She took the extra time to help us negotiate the price down because of some undisclosed issues on the house. I was ready to buy and pay full price for this beautiful home up on Beech Mountain because we loved it so much but Dusty was determined. She discovered some structural issues that saved us $100K and cost her some serious commission. I think that says it all. Dusty took a pretty deep cut in commission so that we would get the best deal on our dream home. Now thats an agent I want to do business with! Thanks Dusty, you have earned our business now and for the next time.

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We first contacted Dusty to get information about a property she had already sold. She was so helpful and responsive to our questions when we were not her clients, we quickly decided we wanted her to help us find our mountain home. It was the best decision we could've made. Dusty took the time to understand our objectives and preferences. She helped us quickly locate and carefully evaluate several possible homes, all in the exact area we specified. Once we began the negotiation process for the home we selected, she was more than just our agent. She was our knowledgeable and aggressive advocate! Dusty helped us quickly finalize a favorable yet fair contract. After the contract was in place, she skillfully coordinated inspections and provided all the that we needed to be ready for the closing. She walked with us every step of the way, and she got it all done in less than 45 days so we could enjoy the holidays in our new mountain home. We cannot thank her enough or recommend her strongly enough. She is a true real estate professional!

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About Dusty

Dusty is a dedicated full-time Realtor, committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity while providing exceptional service to her clients. A native of Oklahoma, Dusty grew up in Eastern North Carolina and has resided in Boone for 25 years. She is an alumna of Appalachian State University, where she earned a degree in Design and Marketing.

Specializing in the High Country region, Dusty is well-equipped to assist clients in both purchasing and selling their homes. Her dynamic and creative methodology, combined with her unwavering focus on client needs, ensures that she delivers the desired results to help clients achieve their real estate aspirations.

In her leisure time, Dusty actively participates in local festivals, engages in decorating and design, enjoys gardening, and embraces the recreational opportunities available in the High Country alongside her husband, Phil, her two teenage children, Selah (22) and Lex (19), and their two dogs, Millie and Jagger. Beyond her familial commitments, Dusty is a passionate advocate for supporting local organizations.

Clients can rely on Dusty to identify the most suitable properties, provide exemplary service, and facilitate a smooth and enjoyable transaction experience.

Achievements:
- Recipient of the Chairman's Circle Power Players of Allen Tate 2023
- Served as a member of the Board of Directors for the High Country Association of Realtors from 2018 to 2022
- Honored with the H. Allen Tate Jr. Award in 2023 for Top Agents with the highest number of closed units and volume
- Recognized as a member of the Master's Circle Power Players of Allen Tate for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022
- Voted MVP of Allen Tate in the High Country by fellow agents in 2020 and 2021
- Named one of the Top 50 Agents by Movement Mortgage within the High Country Association of Realtors in 2020, 2021, and 2023
- Earned recognition as MVP of Blue Ridge Realty and Investments in 2019
- Acknowledged as a Top Producing and Top Residential Sales Agent within Blue Ridge Realty and Investments from 2014 to 2020
- Voted "Best of the Best" Real Estate Agent in 2016 by public preference, awarded by the Watauga Democrat
- Proficient in staging, skilled negotiation, second homes, investment properties, and luxury real estate.

Accreditations:
- Bachelor of Science in Design and Marketing from Appalachian State University
- Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
- Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI)
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
- Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and member of the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC)
- Accredited Staging Professional (ASP)

Dusty looks forward to assisting you with your real estate needs. Please do not hesitate to contact her at 828-964-3132