About Me
Clay is a second-generation real estate professional and has worked as a Realtor since 2014 and broker-in-charge in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina and in Columbia, South Carolina. Prior to his real estate career, he worked in industrial sales and business development, covering territories in Chicago, St. Louis, Dallas and North and South Carolina. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in corporate communications from Mars Hill (N.C.) College.
An active community volunteer, Clay was previously involved with the Miss South Carolina division of the Miss America pageant organization, hosting the Miss Columbia and Miss Capital City scholarship pageants. He has also been involved in fundraising for the Children’s Miracle Network.
A native of Campobello, S.C., Clay and his wife Heather have two sons, Hudson and Gunner. He enjoys classic cars, trucks and motorcycles, as well as camping, hiking and fishing.
Distinctions
- Red Penguin Quality Certification
My Homeownership Partners
- Melanie Hatch, Allen Tate Insurance
- Drew McKeithan, Allen Tate Insurance
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What People Are Saying
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Thomas Grice
Clay is the most friendly, knowledgeable, and motivational person that I have worked with. His level of support is unmatched and I’m so grateful to have met him. He is one person that I can say is very dependable and has put me and my business on a level that I never expected to be. Anyone who has the chance to work with him is a very lucky person.
Craig Campbell
Clay has been a great influence on my Real Estate Business. Both as a fellow agent and when he was a Broker in Charge at another Branch. He has always been open to listen and provide great timely and helpful advice. Great Agent, Broker, Coach and never met a stranger.
Dan Gibby
Being a new agent, not even really knowing what I didn’t know, was to say the least quite a challenge for me in the world of real estate. Clay saw the struggle I was encountering and took me under his wing so to speak. He very patiently worked very close with me giving me a great deal of guidance. He went well beyond what his obligations to me as a BIC would have been. Clay greatly exceeded my expectations in directing me as a new agent as to the activities I was needing to engage in. Not sure how long or how successful I would have been without him at my side. He has been one of the most encouraging, knowledgeable and delightful people I have had the pleasure to work with. Coldwell Banker lost one of their finest when Clay Vassey left the company.
Caten Murphy
Clay is dedicated, professional, and above all extremely personable. He listens to your needs and never tries to rush or pressure you into anything. He is always willing to offer his advice and experience (which he has a ton of). Highly recommend working with Clay)
Melissa Barnhardt
Clay Vassey was a phenomenal Broker in Charge. He made sure he took the time to meet with each individual agent to go over their business plan, and gave them advice and suggestions so they could meet their goals. He provided weekly training on different programs and ideas to improve and enhance their success. Clay made sure that each of his agents felt like they were part of a family unit within the company and was always coaching and motivating them.
Lane McKinney
Clay was instrumental in the success of our Team and we can't sing his praises loud enough. The "Coffee and a Handshake" culture that Clay brought to our office and to our market changed the way we do business today. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Clay and his coaching style. Clay leads by example and promotes the same to his colleagues.
Dana Pape
I've had the privilege of working with Clay for three years and he is, by far, one of the best leaders in the real estate community. He truly listens to what your goals are and is phenomenal at tailoring creative ideas to help you realistically achieve them...and have fun while doing it! As for his communication, he is incredibly responsive whether it's by email, text or a phone call. Clay is an absolute professional that truly cares about, and protects, the best interests of his agents and clients.
Chris Pape
Clay recruited my wife and I away from another firm just over 3 years ago and it ended up being the best move we could've made. Clay didn't just fulfill the promises he made while recruiting, he over delivered. We experienced exponential growth in our business, income, and overall real estate acumen each year we were with Clay. He was also a great deal of fun to work with and we really were inspired with his creativity. He is already missed within our office and we wish him nothing but the best moving forward.
Nic York
Clay was a wonderful BIC. Clay is full of great advice for both new and experienced agents. And he able to take an already successful office and make it 10x stronger. He is a great leader and very inspirational!
Mike Wilson II
Clay is an exceptional Broker in Charge, and the best team builder I have ever dealt with. I’ve closed many transactions with his agents (new and experienced), and he is always there to encourage, teach and motivate them. He seems to want to help everyone he deals with be more successful. Definitely one of the best out there.
Richard Anderson - Broker/CBR
Clay, the broker is passionate, enthusiastic and empathetic, to buyer and seller, in navigating and educating every step of the real estate experience. Clay the mentor is insightful, compassionate, directional and a priceless source of guidance for newer agents and those with significantly more experience. He is one of the most motivating and enjoyable personalities, I've had the pleasure to work alongside, throughout my very rich career - to date!
Cindy Shepherd
As my Broker in Charge, Clay has been a great source of knowledge and motivation during my time getting established in the real estate. He is able to cater his advice on each person’s personality and provide guidance that strength weaknesses! #success
Lindy Blanchard
As a seasoned agent, the idea of relocating and restarting my business from scratch made me extremely nervous. Then I met the Broker in Charge at my proposed office destination, Clay Vassey and immediately knew I could make the move successfully. Clay’s positive energy is highly contagious and motivating. His genuine desire for others to be successful is rare yet refreshing in an industry that can challenge even the top producers on a daily basis. With a foundation formed by his strong leadership, I have been able to successfully re-establish myself in a new geographical market very quickly. I know without a doubt that I would not hesitate to follow him to any real estate market! Clay is an incredible mentor and all around great guy! I am very proud to call him a professional colleague and friend!
Clay is the most friendly, knowledgeable, and motivational person that I have worked with. His level of support is unmatched and I’m so grateful to have met him. He is one person that I can say is very dependable and has put me and my business on a level that I never expected to be. Anyone who has the chance to work with him is a very lucky person.