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Our Agents

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Shelia Short
Shelia Short is Co-Owner of Mountain Empire Realty and a licensed agent.
Shelia has lived in the area all her life and is very familiar with it. With a
background in counseling, she enjoys working with people. Her clients know they
can rely on her to be caring, compassionate, and results oriented. Shelia
resides in Big Stone Gap with her two children.
E-mail:
shelia.kotay@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-393-9206
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Barbara C. Polly
Barbara C. Polly, GRI & CRB-
Principal Broker of Mountain Empire Realty, Barbara
has over 28 years of experience in Real Estate. She
has served as a managing broker, an owner-broker and
was awarded Realtor of the Year by Southwest
Virginia Board of Realtors in the 90's. She received
a BA Degree from Emory & Henry College in Psychology
and Education teaching school before entering Real
Estate. Barbara is a proven producer having achieved
the Million Dollar Sales Award numerous times. She
is also a community volunteer with a vast knowledge
of what makes this area a great place to live. She
resides in Big Stone Gap with her husband. When
you're looking for experience, knowledge & results--
Call Barbara!
E-mail:
barbpolly@aol.com
Phone:
276-523-2987 or 276-393-1959
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Alana Hash
Alana Hash, Associate Broker-
Alana has 23 years in Real Estate.
She is a Wise County native and resides in Wise. She
received a BS degree in business from East Tennessee
State University and became a broker in the 80's. She
has served on various boards committed to community
growth and enrichment. She is a member of the NAR and
VAR carrying the realtor logo and is committed to a
strict code of ethics. Alana has extensive experience
and commercial development in surrounding area. When
looking for honesty, experience, and knowledge for Alana
for results.
Email:
alana@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-328-4530 or
Cell:
276-708-8153
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Jim Cornett
Jim Cornett has been a resident of Wise County
for the past 32 years. He retired after 30 years in the
banking industry and has several years experience in
real estate investments and development in the Southwest
Virginia market area. He welcomes the opportunity to
assist with your real estate needs, be either buying or
selling.
E-mail:
jim.cornett@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-523-1510 or 276-393-3680
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Lisa Smith
Lisa Smith is a life long resident of
Wise County. Lisa believes in honesty, communication,
and personal service. Her work ethic combined with her
skill bring to you the talent and effort to help you
find your new home or sell your current one. "2005 MER Top Producer"
E-mail:
lisa.smith@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-328-6770
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Harold Bloomer
Harold Bloomer resides in the
Powell Valley Section of Big Stone Gap with his wife,
Brenda. They have two grown children and 6
grandchildren. Harold is a graduate of MECC with a
degree in Electronics, is a licensed Master Electrician,
and holds a Career Studies Certificate in Real Estate.
He has also completed extended studies in Electrical
Engineering at Old Dominion University. In addition, he
holds various licenses in the mining industry and is a
Master Mason in the Norton Masonic Lodge. Harold
believes in going the extra mile for his customers.
E-mail:
harold.bloomer@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-679-2944
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Tammy Hamilton
Tammy Hamilton, a Big Stone Gap native, has
returned to the area after selling real estate in the
Abingdon/Bristol VA/TN market for the past 6 years. As a
member of the Southwest VA Association of Realtors,
Tammy has acquired numerous awards including: 2000
Bronze sales achievement, 2002 & 2004 Silver sales
achievement, and Gold level sales for 2003. She also was
awarded 2002 Committee Chairperson of the year for her
work with community services. As a member of the TN/VA
Association of Realtors, she received 2006 Sales
Achievement Award and was Mountain Empire Realty "Top
Producer" for 2006.
Before becoming a realtor, Tammy had over 10 years in
the banking and mortgage business and can help you step
by step to achieve your dreams.
Tammy, her husband Larry, and son Skylar are looking
forward to being back "HOME!" So, whether you are buying
or selling for the first time, or the last time, let her
experience go to work for you! She also specializes in
investment and foreclosed properties. One call is all you need
to make for ALL your real estate needs.
Phone:
276-565-2805
Email: 1realtor@earthlink.net | |
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Brandi HallBrandi Hall has recently obtained
her real estate license while attending Mountain Empire
Community College for an Associate in Business
Management. These alone demonstrate her ability to
multi-task and strive for only the best results. She
will work diligently to insure that her customers
receive prompt and accurate information regarding all
real estate transactions. Brandi and her husband
Josh are long time and current residents of Pound.
Brandi welcomes the opportunity to assist you with all
your real estate transactions.
E-mail:
brandi.hall@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-796-2271
Mobile:
276-220-9118 |
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Debbie Wright
Debbie Wright lives in
Appalachia, VA with her husband and daughter. She has a
BA in Economics from the University of Virginia and a
BSN from the University of Virginia at Wise. Debbie is
an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Mountain Empire
Community College. Debbie is also a Realtor who will
provide you with honest, ethical, courteous service in a
professional manner. Are you looking for a Realtor who
is familiar with schools, neighborhoods, and community
activities? Then don't hesitate to call Debbie who has
lived in Wise County for 32 years and is very familiar
with the area. She also has the skills needed to sell
your home. Today, it takes more than a sign in your yard
to sell your home. She will provide you with tips to
make your home more marketable and will advertise your
home with quality digital photos, an extensive
description, and a virtual video tour of your property.
The bottom line is....it's your home against
theirs...Debbie will make your home stand out above the
rest.
Home Phone:
276-565-2570
Cell:
276-393-7215
E-mail:
debbie.wright@mountainempirerealty.com |
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Madge Kiser
Madge Kiser, a long time resident of southwest
Virginia and currently resides in Wise. With 28 years of
public service as a healthcare professional, Madge
understands the importance of great customer service and
details. A graduate of Virginia Intermont College, Madge
completed her Real Estate training at Moseley-Dickinson
Academy in Roanoke, VA. Experienced in commercial and
residential properties, Madge is eager to assist you and
her dedication will meet your needs and exceed your
expectations!
Phone:
276-328-4425 (home)
Cell:
276-393-0104
Email:
madge_kiser@yahoo.com
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Cara Cooper
Cara Cooper resides in Big Stone Gap and is familiar
with the Wise County area. She has recently obtained her
real estate license while currently attending UVA Wise,
as a junior, for a Bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration. After graduating, Cara plans on
continuing her real estate career. Coming from a family
of real estate brokers, her late grandfather, Don Wax,
was the first real estate agent in Southwest VA and
eventually started his own firm. This has inspired Cara
to pursue her own career in real estate.
Phone:
276-275-9127 (cell)
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Buddy
Herron
Buddy Herron resides in Wise
County, along with his wife, Paula, and their 3
children. He is a graduate of The University of
Virginia’s College at Wise with a B.S. degree. He was a
member of the Virginia Army National Guard for 8 years.
Buddy is a small business owner throughout Southwest
Virginia, so no location is inconvenient for him. Buddy
specializes in commercial and residential property. Let
him share in your enthusiasm in buying or selling your
next home.
Phone:
276-679-7779 (Home)
276-219-4663
or
276-219-HOME (Cell)
Email:
buddy@mountainempirerealty.com
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Keri Robbins
Keri Robbins resides in
Big Stone Gap with her husband, Wes, and daughters,
Kendall and Ashlyn. She received a B.S. degree in Business
Administration from Emory and Henry College. She enjoys
working with people and is very excited to begin working
with you!
Email:
krobbins_2@yahoo.com
Home:276-523-4637
Cell:
276-393-9978
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Brandon Short
Brandon Short is a life-long resident of
Pound, Virginia. He has earned an Associates degree from MECC and a Bachelor of Arts degree from UVA-Wise. For
the past 10 years, Brandon has worked as a paralegal.
Brandon brings to the table a strong work ethic and a
willingness to go the extra mile. If honesty, sincerity
and diligence are what you are looking for when buying
or selling your home, then give Brandon a call!
Email:brandonshort@adelphia.net
Home:
276-796-5593
Cell:
276-870-1507 |
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Adam Herron
Adam Herron, a Wise County
native, graduated from University of Virginia's College
at Wise with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology in 1997.
He then attended Oklahoma State University, working on
his Masters Degree. In 1999, he moved back home to Wise
County and started a career at Verizon. He is the owner
of Coalfield Properties, which brings quality housing at
affordable prices to residents of Wise County. Adam
looks forward to helping you find the home of your
dreams or the ideal investment property to add to your
portfolio. Phone:
276-328-8682
Cell: 276-219-2326
Email:
adamherron@msn.com | |
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Heather Avcock
Heather Aycock- Office Manager
Email:
heather.aycock@mountainempirerealty.com
Phone:
276-523-5577
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