Meet Dez Gerald, your unparalleled real estate partner. With over 20 years of experience and a Luxury Home Staging Specialist, recipient of the Top Individual Stager Award by the International Association of Home Staging Professionals and a few Realtor Awards, Dez offers a level of expertise unmatched in the industry. She caters to a diverse clientele, including investors and luxury sellers & buyers in various industries. Beyond her impressive track record, Dez is passionate about sustainability, infusing non-toxic living and sustainable products into her services, ensuring your well-being.

Dez's global vision extends to the African Development Movement, where she's marketing a 65,000-acre development in Ghana to address the country's housing deficit. Partnered with The Top Real Estate Company in Ghana, E. Wells Realty & Consultancy, she's changing lives on an international scale. Trust Dez Gerald of DI Real Estate & Staging a Lifestyle International Realty partner to turn your real estate dreams into a reality. Contact her today and experience the difference passion, expertise, care and commitment can make in your real estate journey.

My name is Scott Bauknight, and I don’t just sell homes — I help homeowners win in one of the most important financial moments of their lives.

Born and raised in the Charlotte area, I bring deep local knowledge, market awareness, and strategic insight to every listing I represent. I understand that selling a home isn’t just a transaction — it’s a decision that impacts your equity, your future plans, and your peace of mind. My role is to protect all three.

As a Realtor® with Lifestyle International Realty, I specialize in positioning homes to attract the right buyers, generate strong demand, and maximize market value. I combine professional pricing strategy, high-impact marketing, and skilled negotiation to ensure my sellers don’t just list — they leverage their home for the best possible outcome.

What sets me apart is my approach. I believe clarity builds confidence. From our first conversation to the closing table, you’ll always know the plan, the strategy, and the next move. I’m honest, proactive, and deeply committed to advocating for your best interests at every step.

My business is built on trust, communication, and results — and I treat every listing as if it were my own home on the market. When you work with me, you’re not hiring someone to simply put a sign in the yard — you’re partnering with a professional whose job is to position, protect, and perform on your behalf.

If you’re looking for an agent who understands the market, respects your goals, and knows how to get homes sold the right way — I’d be honored to represent you.