Business Details
Your Trusted Columbus Real Estate Experts
New Albany Real Estate Group has been a trusted leader in Central Ohio's real estate market for over two decades. Founded by industry veterans Kate and Tony Thomas, our team combines deep local expertise with innovative strategies to deliver exceptional results. With over 2,200 homes sold and $1.2 billion in total sales volume, we specialize in guiding families through seamless property transactions. Our Principal, Rob Riddle, and Listing Partner Kandis Hall bring decades of combined experience, supported by a dedicated team recognized as New Albany's #1 selling group.We prioritize client education, market transparency, and strategic negotiation to ensure every transaction achieves optimal outcomes. As active members of the New Albany community and industry associations, we maintain rigorous professional standards while offering personalized service that extends beyond traditional real estate practices.
Services
Home Buying
Home Selling
Relocation Services
Property Valuation
Market Analysis
Virtual Tours
First-Time Buyer Guidance
Luxury Home Sales
Off-Market Property Access
Move Assistance
Highlights and features
- We've achieved #1 selling team status in New Albany with $1.2 billion in total sales volume
- Our team maintains 400+ verified 5-star reviews from satisfied clients
- We provide local market expertise covering New Albany, Columbus, and surrounding Central Ohio neighborhoods
- We offer full-service marketing including professional photography and targeted advertising campaigns
- Our team includes Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialists and experienced relocation experts
What people say
Exceptional communication
Top market expertise
Seamless transaction process
Record-breaking results
Personalized guidance
Services
Home Buying
Our comprehensive home buying service empowers clients with market insights and strategic guidance. We provide personalized property tours, financing connections, and competitive offer development. With access to both MLS and off-market listings, we ensure buyers secure ideal properties at optimal prices while navigating the process with confidence.
Home Selling
Maximize your home's value through our proven selling strategy. We offer professional staging, digital marketing, and targeted buyer outreach. Our team manages pricing optimization, negotiation, and transaction coordination, ensuring smooth closings while achieving top market prices through both traditional and innovative marketing approaches.
Relocation Services
We specialize in seamless relocation solutions for families transitioning to Central Ohio. Our services include neighborhood guidance, school district information, and community integration support. We coordinate virtual tours, mortgage lender connections, and market timing strategies to simplify the transition process for incoming residents.
Market Analysis
Our data-driven market analysis leverages 20+ years of local expertise and proprietary tools. We provide comparative market analyses, investment potential assessments, and pricing recommendations. For sellers, we identify value-enhancement opportunities; for buyers, we deliver competitive positioning insights to inform strategic decisions.
Luxury Home Sales
Kandis Hall's expertise in luxury real estate delivers exclusive marketing for high-end properties. We utilize international networks, targeted digital campaigns, and concierge-level service for discerning clients. Our approach combines sophisticated marketing with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring premium properties achieve maximum exposure among qualified buyers.
People
Rob Riddle
Principal
Licensed real estate professional with 12 years of experience, Rob Riddle leads our team with expertise in contract negotiation and market analysis. As a New Albany resident since 2012, he combines local knowledge with strategic guidance to deliver exceptional results for home buyers and sellers.
Kandis Hall
Listing Partner
Recipient of multiple luxury real estate awards, Kandis Hall specializes in high-end property marketing. As New Albany's top-producing agent, she combines innovative strategies with deep market knowledge, consistently achieving record-breaking results for luxury home sellers through targeted marketing and professional networks.
Kate Thomas
Founding Partner
Licensed since 1998, Kate Thomas brings over 25 years of industry experience to our team. Her expertise in real estate networks and market trends, combined with Tony Thomas's business acumen, forms the foundation of our group's success in delivering exceptional client service and community engagement.
Tony Thomas
Founding Partner
With extensive international corporate experience, Tony Thomas provides strategic leadership to our group. His business acumen complements Kate's real estate expertise, ensuring our team maintains the highest professional standards while delivering innovative solutions for clients' property needs.
Kauser Ahmad
Real Estate Agent
Recognized for exceptional communication and client focus, Kauser Ahmad specializes in new construction and move-up buyers. Her ability to coordinate between lenders, builders, and buyers ensures seamless transactions, consistently receiving praise for her professionalism and attention to detail in client reviews.
Questions
How does Thomas|Riddle Real Estate Group determine home values?
We use comparative market analysis combining local expertise and data-driven insights to provide accurate pricing recommendations that maximize client returns.
Are your real estate services available for first-time home buyers?
Yes, we offer specialized guidance including financing connections, neighborhood selection, and first-time buyer program assistance tailored to new home buyers' needs.
What makes your luxury home marketing different?
Kandis Hall's luxury expertise includes international networks, targeted digital campaigns, and exclusive marketing materials specifically designed for high-end properties in premium neighborhoods.
Do you assist clients relocating to Columbus?
Yes, we provide comprehensive relocation support including virtual tours, neighborhood guides, school information, and community integration assistance for families moving to Central Ohio.
How do you market properties for sale?
Our marketing combines professional photography, video tours, online advertising, MLS visibility, and strategic pricing to maximize exposure and attract qualified buyers.
Can I get a market report for my property?
Yes, we provide customized market reports analyzing current trends, comparable sales, and investment potential specific to your property's location and features.
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Reviews (5)
Amy Stewart
Dec 26, 2021
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Buying a house is exciting and stressful. We found working with our agent, Kandis Hall, not only increased our excitement but decreased our stress level. She was there at every critical moment making sure we understood the process, gave us every opportunity to see the houses we wanted to see, cheered our successes and lifted us up through the disappointment in a competitive market. She became not only our trusted source but our life long friend. I cant say enough positive things about Kandis. She is polite, professional, knowledgeable, a great listener and a champion for her clients. I hope
Kathryn Brown
Dec 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
We loved working with Kate to purchase our first home. She knew what we wanted and found us a gem in Hampsted Village that was perfect for us. She knows the market and the New Albany area extremely well. Kate guided us every step of the way as we navigated our first home purchase.
We loved working with Kate to purchase our first home. She knew what we wanted and found us a gem in Hampsted Village that was perfect for us. She knows the market and the New Albany area extremely well. Kate guided us every step of the way as we navigated our first home purchase.
Andy Boone
Dec 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Rob and his team have now sold 2 of our homes in the last 10 years and we couldnt be happier with the process. His team is extremely knowledgeable about the market and are a pleasure to work with. From their professionalism to their clear communication, this team is top notch.
Rob and his team have now sold 2 of our homes in the last 10 years and we couldnt be happier with the process. His team is extremely knowledgeable about the market and are a pleasure to work with. From their professionalism to their clear communication, this team is top notch.
Chandra Galante
Dec 17, 2021
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I am so pleased that I used Thomas Riddle Real Estate Group in particular, Kandis Hall. This group is professional and pay attention to every detail to sell your home. Additionally, they make you feel like you are apart of their family by making you feel like you are the priority. This group and Kandis Hall will be my realtor group for life! Thank you for all you do!
Angela Thompson
Dec 17, 2021
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The Thomas | Riddle team is unmatched in their professionalism and real estate expertise for both home buyers & sellers!
Rob Riddle and his team were with us every step of the way throughout our buying & selling process and we truly could not have done it without it them! This market is moving very quickly and it is crucial to have a knowledgeable professional by your side. We highly recommend Rob Riddle and his team for their deep real estate experience, superior level of customer service and true partnership during this process!
Rob Riddle and his team were with us every step of the way throughout our buying & selling process and we truly could not have done it without it them! This market is moving very quickly and it is crucial to have a knowledgeable professional by your side. We highly recommend Rob Riddle and his team for their deep real estate experience, superior level of customer service and true partnership during this process!
