Founder Lori Ivester Jackson embarked on her real estate journey in the vibrant Dilworth neighborhood of Charlotte during the mid-1980s. Since then, she has evolved into one of the region's most distinguished residential property experts. With a remarkable track record as one of Remax's top-performing teams in the Carolinas, Lori, alongside her husband Reed Jackson, a former corporate executive with a background in advertising and operations, established Ivester Jackson in the late 1990s.

Drawing on Reed's corporate expertise and Lori's real estate acumen, Ivester Jackson emerged as one of the region's premier boutique real estate firms. The company's reputation attracted esteemed brokers, leading to partnerships with several international luxury real estate brands seeking representation in the Carolinas. In 2013, Ivester Jackson allied with luxury powerhouse Christie's International Real Estate, a collaboration that catalyzed unprecedented growth, propelling the company to triple its revenues and expand to five offices with over 90 brokers.

Recognized for its global business innovation, market leadership, and advertising prowess, Ivester Jackson was honored with the Christie's International Affiliate of the Year award in 2017 and 2022, standing out among 145 of Christie's elite brokerages worldwide.

Today, Ivester Jackson serves the Charlotte, Lake Norman, Asheville, Highlands Cashiers and Coastal markets, earning the trust of the region's most discerning clientele. With a distinguished clientele including Fortune 1000 executives, NASCAR professionals, athletes, celebrities, and international investors, the company boasts a rich legacy of catering to diverse needs.

From iconic Lake Norman communities like The Peninsula and River Run to Charlotte's prestigious neighborhoods such as Myers Park and Eastover, Ivester Jackson's brokers excel in marketing and identifying the finest lifestyle properties in the region.

While renowned for its leadership in the luxury segment, Ivester Jackson remains a preferred choice for buyers and sellers across all price points, with over 50% of transactions occurring below the million-dollar mark. The company's expertise extends beyond residential properties, encompassing investment, commercial ventures, and relocation services for individuals, teams, and businesses contemplating a move to the Carolinas.