

About Scott
If you are among the millions of newly mobile workers, then the mountains of western North Carolina are calling you. Escape the stress and costs of the suburbs and come live among the natural beauty of the Appalachians. Find your passion living among acres of forest, wildlife and open skies, all while staying connected to your digital life.
My Commitment to You
When you’re selling: Go “beyond the basics” that every agent will offer. I’ll work with you to market your unique property to reach ready buyers to ensure you obtain the value that you expect.
When you’re buying: Whether this is your first real estate purchase or your tenth, I’ll guide you to find the rural home that best fits your goals, budget, and lifestyle.
The Right Real Estate Agent for You
I have “been there, done that” – my wife and I (along with two dogs and two cats) relocated from the Washington D.C. suburbs to Madison County, North Carolina in 2016, experiencing all the challenges, surprises and excitement that come with transitioning to rural life. I also began working remotely at the same time, so I know what it takes to outfit a rural home to support a highly connected lifestyle.
Additionally, before I changed careers to real estate, I was a technology executive for over 15 years, managing complex software development projects and negotiating multi-million dollar contracts with large corporations on behalf of my company. I use this experience to help my clients navigate the complex processes of buying and selling rural property and remove the uncertainty around the financial and legal processes associated with their property transaction.
Transaction History
- 1 Year
- 2 Year
- 5 Year
Neighborhoods Scott Has the Most Experience In
Scott's Listings and Deals
Other Experience
Scott's Reviews
11/14/22Allison Strosnider
Scott was extremely knowledgeable about the homes I was looking into! He was so helpful with all aspects of the home buying process! Anyone buying a house I would 100 percent recommend Scott for your realtor!
11/7/22David Hostetter
Scott is hands down the best, most helpful real estate professional I’ve ever worked with.
My father is a disabled veteran and I’m living out of state. Scott sent us lots of great options, went and walked through them for us and gave a very thorough pros and cons list with facts and opinions for each and every house to include considerations for my fathers disability. When I came to visit, Scott had a line up of great options for us to view and was full of helpful local and professional knowledge about the surrounding area and the homes themselves.
Scott did a great job walking is through the contract and negotiation process got us a great price.
My dad just closed on his new home and he couldn’t be happier.
If you’re looking for a friendly, thorough agent with a wealth of local knowledge then I’d highly recommend Scott Richards.
Thanks Scott!
10/13/22Linda Johnson
If I had come up with a list of most desirable traits for my realtor, it would have fallen far short of what I got in Scott Richards! Scott was the most patient and supportive advocate I could have asked for. We changed courses many times during the months we worked together. He never complained - just redesigned his search criteria and started over each time. We traveled hundreds of miles and searched a good portion of WNC. He wrote several offers to purchase before we finally found the home that met our needs. As far as I am concerned, he has gone above and beyond all he needed to do. If you want a realtor that truly serves as your advocate, Scott Richards cannot be beaten.
