Steve is a licensed real estate professional in Georgia and North Carolina, with a proven track record of successfully selling properties throughout Dillard and Clayton, Georgia, as well as across Western North Carolina. A Highlands homeowner since 1996, he offers deep, firsthand knowledge of the Highlands/Cashiers Plateau and surrounding mountain communities—insight that only comes from decades of personal and professional involvement in the area.

Steve brings a powerful business foundation to his real estate practice. He holds an MBA from the University of Georgia and spent 32 years in executive-level financial management with a leading telecommunications corporation in Atlanta, Georgia. His background includes extensive experience in financial management, tax strategy, and regulatory compliance—expertise that translates directly into informed pricing, strategic negotiations, risk awareness, and smooth transaction execution for his clients.

As the leader of Team Rick Steve, Steve is supported by a group of highly skilled professionals who bring extensive experience in project management, quality assurance, tactical negotiations, and—above all—exceptional customer care. Together, the team delivers a disciplined, detail-oriented approach designed to protect clients’ interests while providing a seamless and responsive experience from start to finish. 

Known for his professionalism, integrity, friendliness and commitment to excellence, Steve consistently goes above and beyond to meet his clients’ needs. Many clients trust him as their go-to advisor, returning for multiple transactions and referring him to family and friends.

With strong connections in Highlands, Atlanta, and Southwest Florida—key feeder markets to the Western North Carolina mountains—Steve offers clients valuable networking reach and enhanced market exposure.

Deeply invested in the community he calls home, Steve is an active supporter of the vibrant Highlands arts scene and serves on the Board of The Mountain Theatre Company. He is also a member of the Church of the Incarnation in Highlands and a former Vestry member. His combination of executive leadership, market expertise, and community involvement allows him to provide clients with trusted guidance and exceptional representation.