BUILD WEALTH THROUGH REAL ESTATE

Ascension Real Estate

LAKE TAHOE

Devoted to our highest potential & dedicated to our best life.
We are committed to creating financial freedom through the power of real estate.

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At Ascension, our mission is to help you elevate your life through real estate. We believe that real estate can be a powerful tool for creating wealth, achieving financial freedom, and living the life you've always dreamed of.

We believe that real estate is more than just a transaction - it's an opportunity to create wealth, build a better life, and forge lifelong relationships. That's why we bring a hyper-local approach to every deal, with a wealth-building vision that puts your long-term success first.

We understand that buying or selling real estate can be one of the biggest decisions you'll make in your lifetime. That's why we are committed to providing you with the support and guidance you need to make informed decisions and achieve your real estate goals.

Our team of agents has the local knowledge, market insights, and industry experience to help you navigate even the most complex real estate transactions. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, you can trust us to provide personalized attention, exceptional service, and a commitment to your success.

Testimonials

Janice

Janice

Ryan Smith went above and beyond for my husband and I in our recent Tahoe home purchase! Not only was he informative, giving us the details we needed to evaluate our market options, he was inquisitive and responsive to our need...
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Rick G

Rick G

Outstanding Real Estate Experience with Ryan Smith at Compass Realty Our experience working with Ryan Smith at Compass Realty in South Lake Tahoe, CA, was nothing short of exceptional. From our initial meeting to the final clo...
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Shahla

Shahla

"Ryan is AMAZING !!! He helped me obtain my absolute dream home in South Lake Tahoe. Purchasing your first home can be a long/daunting/stressful process but Ryan provided guidance every step of the way, on every level. He is pr...
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AMANDA D.

AMANDA D.

Ryan was great! We had been looking for a Tahoe home for a few months and hadn’t had any luck with a winning offer. Enter Ryan. He was the REALTOR on a home we didn’t end up making an offer on, but was super proactive in wantin...
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ANASTASIA K.

ANASTASIA K.

Ryan is very knowledgeable and just excellent! He walked us through every step and detail of buying our first home, and didn’t let us settle for anything less than our perfect house! He was always available for any questions we...
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CHELLESKI

CHELLESKI

Ryan was enthusiastic, and professional, and took the time to get acquainted with the local market. He was able to get us above the asking price, with a swift closure. He made sure all the pieces fell into place. I would highly...
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MICHELLE P.

MICHELLE P.

Ryan was awesome! He took the time to research the local market and negotiate for us. He was able to get above the asking price! He worked great with the buyer's agent and we were able to close swiftly and efficiently. I would ...
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MCGANNO J.

MCGANNO J.

Ryan was a fantastic REALTOR. He helped me buy my first house and made me feel comfortable throughout the process which was very foreign to me. Ryan was never pushy and genuinely had my best interests at heart throughout. We be...
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BONNY E.

BONNY E.

Ryan is a highly professional, and dedicated agent. My husband and I were looking for properties outside of our area, and Ryan was flexible to work with our schedule and was always available to help us with any questions or con...
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SMITH D.

SMITH D.

Ryan met with us multiple times, to discuss what we wanted to get out of the sale of our property experience-wise and prices. We discussed and settled on an initial asking price and Ryan went to work marketing our property. Bas...
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VAUGHN S.

VAUGHN S.

Ryan is an excellent agent. He helped us purchase an investment property in South Lake Tahoe where we had particularly stringent criteria related to opportunity zones and other complex tax and financial considerations. He was p...
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DEBORAH W.

DEBORAH W.

Our home-buying experience with Ryan has been stellar. He is so easy and wonderful to work with. Ryan has a keen knowledge of the market and showed us homes that fit our needs and wants. He quickly found us the home of our drea...
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We care about the long-term life cycle of your real estate investment: connecting with us is more than transactional and offers a symbiotic-type relationship.

Articles

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their Homes

RYAN SMITH 09/5/24

Why Overpricing is a Risk in the Current Market

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The Great Wealth Transfer: Unlocking a New Era of Opportunity

RYAN SMITH 09/4/24

In recent years, we’ve witnessed a monumental shift in the distribution of wealth across generations—known as the Great Wealth Transfer.

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Effective Negotiation Strategies for Today's Housing Market

RYAN SMITH 09/2/24

Most things in a home purchase are on the negotiation table. Here’s a list of just a few of those options

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Is Affordability Starting To Improve?

RYAN SMITH 09/1/24

Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it's getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of t...

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What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a House in South Lake Tahoe?

RYAN SMITH 08/30/24

"Good credit scores indicate to lenders that you have a history of managing your debts responsibly. The higher your score, the better your chances of qualifying for a mortgage.

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Mortgage Rates Down a Full Percent from Recent High

RYAN SMITH 08/29/24

Mortgage rates affecting the South Lake Tahoe Market

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What Every Homeowner in South Lake Tahoe Should Know About Their Equity

RYAN SMITH 08/28/24

Home Equity: What Is It and How Much Do You Have?

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South Lake Tahoe’s New Defensible Space Ordinance: What Homeowners and Sellers Need to Know

RYAN SMITH 08/27/24

What Homeowners and Sellers Need to Know

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