Teresa Grant
With 21 years in real estate and 1,304 properties closed totaling $343 million in career sales volume, Teresa leads with heart and treats every client like family. She began her career in 2005, founded The Realty Group in 2007 as a boutique brokerage, then launched the Lynchburg franchise of Keller Williams Realty in 2012, expanding offices throughout Greater Lynchburg, Amherst, Danville, Smith Mountain Lake, and Roanoke. In 2022, after growing KW to the number one brokerage in the market, she sold the franchise to focus exclusively on her Smith Mountain Lake team and luxury clientele. Today, nearly 75% of her business comes from repeat clients and referrals, supported by a database of over 20,000 qualified buyers. In 2025 alone, her team closed $39M+ across 97 properties.
I bring a wealth of knowledge on local communities, current market conditions, and the home buying and selling process. I strive to provide exceptional service every step of the way, so I can provide you with a real estate experience that exceeds your expectations.
Local Expertise
You need someone who knows this area inside and out! I can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter.
Selling Your Home
When it's time to move, you need someone who markets your home, knows how to find the right buyer, negotiate on your behalf, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing. I take care of everything you need, from start to close.
Timing Is Everything
Whether you are looking for a new home or thinking about selling your current home, call me today. I will put my expertise to work to provide you guidance and advice on what you need to know to make the best possible decision for your real estate needs.
Testimonials
"I have been using Teresa as my real estate expert for more than 10 years. She recently assisted my husband and I in the purchase of a lot as well as the negotiations with our builder for our new home. She did a great job representing our interests and explaining all the processes involved in custom construction."
-Michelle Gebetsberger, Client
"Teresa was the buyers agent for the sale of my house. I wanted to pass along to others how professional and sensible Teresa was during all the aspects of a real-estate transaction. Along with my agent, Phyllis. Teresa demonstrated excellent sales proficiency and making sure that the closing went flawlessly. We highly recommend her."
-V.A., Client
"My experience with Teresa Polinek was absolutely FIVE STARS and would be higher if you were provided more stars. After telling her what type of property my husband and I wanted, she provided us with many options. She went above and beyond her way to help us obtain our home. We would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to purchase or sell a home."
-Caryn Pack, Client
"Teresa has been exceptional to work with. After having our house on the market for over 8 months without any success, we hired Teresa as our agent. She got us a contract on our house within 2 weeks. Teresa was so helpful to us during the negotiation process, and made it a great experience rig through closing. We were so pleased with Teresa we decided to work with her on building our dream house! She helped with securing our lot, negotiating our contract and has been so helpful so far with our selections. I highly recommend Teresa. She's knowledgeable, professional and a fantastic person!"
-Laura lea murphy, Client
