Do not underestimate the power of leveraging past experiences to craft a successful future. Just ask Jared Nielsen.

With a decade-long tenure at Zillow, where he dabbled in various facets of the industry from mortgage to real estate operations, Jared gained invaluable insights that continue to propel his thriving career forward at RE/MAX Concepts.

“They say the first six months as a REALTORⓇ are the most difficult, but it honestly felt like a natural fit for me,” Jared asserts. “ I jumped in with both feet to do it the right way.”

 

Born and raised in Lincoln, Jared attended Nebraska Wesleyan University to study business administration while playing men’s soccer.

Jared’s early fascination with real estate saw him owning his first property at age 24. He notes his transition from a successful decade at Zillow to becoming a licensed solo agent in 2019 was motivated by the desire for a greater direct consumer impact.

"I’ve always been drawn to real estate," Jared shares. “After leaving Zillow, where I worked in mortgage, sales, customer service, business operations and management, I knew I could leverage all of my prior work experience and skill sets and put them to work for people looking to buy, sell or build a home. I quickly grew to love how fulfilling the work is and how much of an impact I could make on what is a major consumer decision.

“Doing the work and wearing multiple hats as a real estate agent was very natural for me — it has never seemed like work,” he adds.

 

Over the past five years, Jared has not only established himself but excelled, achieving $14.4 million in sales volume across 32 transactions last year alone. This year, he's on track to surpass that total with a projected volume of $16 million. His accolades, including the 2023 RE/MAX Torchbearer award — a recognition for top-producing agents under 40 — and multiple Platinum and 100-Percent awards from RE/MAX, underscore his profound passion for serving others.

“Celebrating wins and the success of my clients, it’s a privilege to play such an intricate role in what is the biggest and most stressful purchase or sale of someone’s life,” Jared explains. “For them to put their trust in me throughout the process, then delivering for them and the positive feedback received, it will never get old.”

Notably, half of Jared’s business comes from representing new construction builder Buhr Homes, showcasing his adeptness in various sectors of the market.

"Representing Buhr Homes with my colleague, Ken Emmons, over the past four years has allowed me to blend my expertise in new construction with my passion for helping clients find their perfect home," he affirms.

 

Outside of work, Jared leads a fulfilling personal life surrounded by loved ones. Married to Tiffany, the couple shares the joy of raising two daughters, Hadley (9) and Kinsley (6), and enjoys exploring Colorado during their summer vacations. Their family is completed by two beloved Labrador Retrievers, Layla and Stella, adding warmth and love to their home.

"In my downtime, I enjoy cooking dinner or grilling with the family; I also play a lot of golf (I’m in two leagues and on the weekends sometimes when work allows),” Jared offers. “I’m somewhat of a gym rat as well — I basically workout every single day, I love to travel and experience new places, spend time outdoors, and cruise around town in my sports car."

Jared and his family support various charities, including Lincoln City Impact, Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Down Syndrome Association of Families of Nebraska, driven by his personal connection to the cause.

“We have a daughter with Down Syndrome and DSAF has great resources for families, so we have been involved in that throughout the years,” Jared shares. “Hadley is a ton of fun and is a light in our lives but it can also be challenging at times.”

Looking ahead, Jared is focused on continuing his education in real estate, potentially forming a team when the timing is right, and indulging in his passion for travel and new experiences.

"Short-term I’m just working to continue my education in real estate to earn some designations such as GRI, and making sure I’m keeping up with market trends," he remarks. “Long-term, I dream of more family travel and perhaps a second home in Colorado or Arizona someday.”

For aspiring top producers, Jared offers some terrific parting advice that reflects his personal approach to excelling in what can often be a tough business.

“Stay focused on your clients, their needs and delivering results,” Jared concludes. “Don’t be a transactional agent, always be an advocate for your clients.”