Who We Are
At Thrive Realty, our agents bring over 80 years of combined real estate experience to every transaction — and the results speak for themselves. We are proud to be award-winning REALTORS who consistently rank in the top 5% of agents across Coastal Virginia, Coastal North Carolina and the Outer Banks. But the numbers only tell part of the story. What drives us is a genuine commitment to the people and communities we serve. Whether you are buying your first home, selling a longtime family property, or planting roots somewhere new along the coast, our team shows up with local knowledge, heart, and hustle every single time.
Russell Bryant
Owner, Principal Broker, REALTOR® NC & VA
License ID: VA: 0225274235 NC: 324349
Born and raised in Southampton County, and a life-long resident of Hampton Roads, an avid traveler, professional chef and people lover, my real estate career started in 2009. Together with my Broker, we created and grew, an area “boutique brokerage,” with a strong focus on client relationships, transparency and giving back to the local community. I pride myself in building a career where my past clients and their referrals, have allowed me to consistently remain in the top 4%, or better, of my industry while seeking out additional ways to add value to them and their investments. Being licensed in VA and NC allows me to provide my services as far north as the Eastern Shore of Virginia, down to the Outer Banks of NC and all areas in between. I’m so excited about what the future holds for Coastal VA/NC, our team and our clients.
Tera Zapata
REALTOR® VA/NC, Managing Broker
License ID: 0225233028
" We've never purchased a home before, so obviously the whole process felt very daunting. The team really eased our fears and made us feel proud to be homeowner. "
Tamara Hutchen
First Time Home Buyers
