Broker / Owner (20 years experience) Specialties: Listing Agent, Relocation, Buyer's Agent. Originally from New York, John Bolos moved to South Carolina in the summer of 1998. In 2003, John became involved in the real estate industry and became one of Columbia's #1 foreclosure agents early in his career. In 2010, John became the Broker-in-Charge for Covenant Properties to focus more on the traditional market. J. Bolos Real Estate was born a few years later, and John quickly became one of the number one recommended agents on Zillow and Trulia . In 2014, John purchased the Century 21 franchise for the area and has merged both Covenant Properties and J. Bolos Real Estate into one company - Century 21 | Vanguard. Over the last few years John has not only maintained his status in the foreclosure industry, but has also become a specialist in traditional sales and other fields such as military relocation, listing homes for sale, and of course working with purchasers both off and online in Charlotte, North Carolina. Century 21 | Vanguard believes in the motto "Smarter. Bolder. Faster." Call or email today and John and his team will offer you nothing but the best in customer service with state of the art tools for buyers and sellers. With over 16 years experience and more than 3000 closings to gain experience from, your search stops here.
OTHER LANGUAGES
Spanish, Portuguese
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Music / Traveling
FAMILY
Wife and 2 Kids
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Credentials
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Real Estate - South Carolina - # 50351
Designation
Licensed in NC and SC, Certified Listing Specialist, Military Relocation Certified
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Brijesh P.
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January 17, 2026
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Raeemah assisted us with purchasing our first home in Charlotte, and the experience couldnt have been smoother. She was incredibly thorough at every stage of the process and always took the time to answer our questions with clarity and patience. Collaborating with her was truly a pleasure. She understood our needs immediately and guided us with genuine care. We wholeheartedly recommend Raeemah as an exceptional realtor who consistently goes the extra mile for her clients. We wish her nothing but continued success in all her future endeavors.
Filomeno N.
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January 17, 2026
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Nelly is a highly qualified person and knows what she's doing. She did a excellent job, guiding me very well through the buying process. She's very professional and knows how to guide her clients to make the buying process easier, thank you Nelly
Jin J.
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January 14, 2026
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Dillon Forstberg was outstanding to work with from beginning to end. This sale involved a lot of moving parts and required patience, clear communication, and consistency aEUR" and Dillon delivered all of that and more. He took the time to explain every step of the process, answered questions promptly, and made sure nothing fell through the cracks. What stood out most was his calm, professional approach and willingness to go the extra mile, even when things became complicated. He stayed on top of deadlines, kept me informed, and handled everything with care and integrity. His knowledge of the market and attention to detail made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. I truly appreciate Dillons time, patience, and dedication throughout the entire process, and I would confidently recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy realtor.
VladHotea
Review for Member: John Bolos
January 13, 2026
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Dillion was fantastic to work with and I highly recommend working with him for your next purchase! He was professional, timely, listened to our needs and found us a perfect property! He went above and beyond to have clear communication and keep us in the loop and make sure to follow up even after closing. Reach out as soon as possible to work with him, you will not regret it!
Dawson R.
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January 13, 2026
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We couldnt have asked for a better realtor. From day one, he was always on time, incredibly responsive, and consistently available for toursaEUR"even on short notice. He took the time to walk us through the pros and cons of every home we saw, helping us think through whether each place truly fit our needs and lifestyle rather than just trying to close a deal. What really set him apart was how honest and straightforward he was. He never pressured us to make an offer or pushed us toward something that wasnt right. Instead, he made sure we felt confident, informed, and comfortable at every step of the process. Any time we had questions or concerns, he was quick to respond and always gave thoughtful, clear answers. Buying a home can be stressful, but he made the entire experience smooth and reassuring. We truly couldnt recommend anyone more highly and would absolutely work with him again.