Nichole Villafane

With 14 years of real estate experience in metro Atlanta—and a cradle-to-career passion for helping people— I guide clients through one of life’s biggest milestones: finding the perfect home. At Smoke Rise Agents (one of the top 3% listing teams in the region), I combine market expertise with genuine empathy, ensuring each transaction feels less like paperwork and more like a step toward your dreams.
Beyond property, I’m dedicated to healing hearts. As a certified Grief & Trauma Coach, I empower individuals and families to navigate loss, rebuild resilience, and rediscover joy. My background at the DeKalb County Prosecutor’s Office taught me the power of listening and advocacy, skills I bring to every coaching session.
I’m also pursuing a degree in Psychology at Oral Roberts University, where I’m exploring how mind, spirit, and environment intersect to affect well-being. This ongoing study enriches both my real estate practice—helping me understand what truly makes a house a home—and my coaching, guiding me to compassionate, evidence-based support.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or seeking emotional renewal, let’s connect. I’m here to listen, advise, and walk alongside you every step of the way.