About me
My name is Simon Istakhorov, and I have proudly served the Georgia real estate market for more than 30 years. I immigrated to the United States from the former Soviet Union in 1990 in search of new opportunities and a better future for my family. That journey taught me the value of hard work, perseverance, and treating people with honesty and respect.
I earned my Georgia real estate license in 1995 and joined Realty Professionals, Inc. in 1996. Since then, I have helped hundreds of buyers, sellers, investors, and business owners successfully navigate their real estate transactions. Throughout my career, I have been involved in nearly $200 million in real estate sales, representing clients in both residential and commercial properties.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my career has been helping families relocate and find a place they can truly call home. Having experienced that transition myself, I understand the importance of trust, guidance, and personalized service during the buying and selling process.
Family has always been my greatest motivation. I am the proud father of five wonderful children, and I am especially proud that three of them graduated from the University of Georgia. Watching them succeed has been one of my life’s greatest blessings.
I truly love what I do. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing the smiles on my clients’ faces at the closing table, knowing I helped make their goals and dreams a reality. My commitment has always been to provide professional service, honest advice, and unwavering dedication to every client. I look forward to continuing to help families, businesses, and investors achieve their real estate goals for many years to come.
Why Me?
I have over 30 years Real Estate experience as a Realtor full time.
If I am your Realtor, you have access to my over 30 years worth of wisdom in Market analysis, negotiating, writing contracts, financing, construction, and insight with Buyers and Sellers. I have extensive experience representing buyers in new construction communities as well as in Resale communities.
Greater Metro Atlanta can be overwhelming in terms of its size.
That is to say, with respect to searching for a property that is right for you and your commute! I’ve worked extensively in Fulton, Gwinnett, DeKalb, and Cobb Counties. Both inside and outside I-285. I believe in exploring all options for my Clients. By knowing the entire market, I can make you aware of all your options, while saving you time in the process. And help you make the best possible purchase for your needs and desires.
My clients are among the first to know of properties new on the market.
The desirable properties in Greater Metro Atlanta sell so fast, they are often available for only a couple of days. Lots of times, less than that! Tell me your home needs and desires and I’ll make you aware of all your current options, and where other potential options might come available in the future. If that perfect home is not currently on the market I will set up automatic notifications for specific communities and areas to insure my buyers are among the first to know of new homes on the market. Also. I personally view the market many times each day on behalf of my clients.
Some properties are not a good buy.
Not only do I want your current business, I want your future business and referrals to friends also. The best way I know to achieve these goals is to help you make a sound purchase! I’m the first to tell you the negatives associated with a property. A totally satisfied Client is my main goal, best marketing, and best future Client!
When I am your Realtor I work directly with you.
As my client you will receive the attention you desire and deserve. As a client of mine, you will not be referred to another Realtor, or end up working with a different “Member of a team”. I prefer to work directly with my Buyers and Sellers and in the process offer better attention and service that the rest.
While I am a Realtor & Sales Agent, I consider myself a real estate consultant or educator.
I believe an educated & market savvy buyer is imperative when shopping for a home. With that in mind my first priority is to teach buyers the market, and the buying process. How else would anyone know a great value with something comes along?