Our Team Is On YOUR Side! 

As top real estate agents, we do not work alone! We have a whole team of people working in your best interests. Meet our team. 

Jeanne Walters—Broker/Owner of Jeanne Walters Real Estate

Jeanne is a long time Bloomington resident and native of neighboring Owen County and as someone familiar with the area, she knows why this community has been chosen as one of the best places to live in the U.S. It’s the people. After many years in social work, Jeanne began to desire a career that enabled her to continue being a positive source of support, but also involved a much more enjoyable and exciting time in people’s lives. As the owner of Jeanne Walters Real Estate, she has established herself as a professional whose industry knowledge is unrivaled and genuine dedication to her clients’ needs unsurpassed. Jeanne understands how precious your home is and wants you to enjoy many special times in it for the years to come. Real estate isn’t just about houses—it’s about the people inside.
 

Avery Thatcher—Lead Buyer Specialist 

Avery is a Bloomington native who loves the outdoors, camping, hiking, and cycling. He started his real estate career in property management in 2000 and has since become a Star Power Buyer Specialist University Graduate, then Star Power Advanced Buyer Specialist University Graduate, ePro Technology Certified Agent and ultimately earned his Indiana Real Estate Brokers License. When he is not continuing his education, he enjoys working with his clients to help educate them about the real estate buying process. Avery devotes his time to assisting buyers, from explaining the buying process, suggesting property that meets clients’ needs, to helping negotiate the best possible price…he works hard to exceed the expectations of his clients! He knows the market, previews over 100 homes each month, and sells at least one home every week!
 

Ashley Norman—Client Care Coordinator 

Ashley came to Bloomington 12 years ago to become an IU student, and discovered that becoming a “local” was the best of all her college graduation gifts! Her studies in Business Economics, Journalism, and Russian Culture translate well into her job functions with Jeanne Walters Real Estate, as her responsibilities include assisting Jeanne in management, advertising & marketing, and working with a diverse and often international clientele base. Ashley recently received her Indiana Real Estate Salesperson license and enjoys working in a field that allows her a continual opportunity to be involved in the community life of Bloomington: her beloved college town and now her home!
 

Mitzy Lewis 

Mitzy has lived in Bloomington for the past 35 yrs and agrees that Bloomington is a great place to live. She has been an active partner with her husband in their plumbing contracting business for over 30 yrs. Mitzy also has 20yrs. experience as a Bloomington landlord. She has been teaching math for the past 8 yrs. as an adjunct instructor at Ivy Tech Community College. Mitzy will be working for Jeanne Walters Real Estate as a listing agent. Her background as a business person and landlord along with knowing the contracting business helps her advise and assist clients in getting their properties priced correctly and sold promptly . Meeting new people is one of the perks of the real estate business and Mitzy looks forward to meeting you and helping you with your real estate needs.
 

Jon Hasler - Buyer Specialist 

With over seventeen years of experience in the Bloomington/Ellettsville Market, Jon Hasler has had the pleasure of helping hundreds of individuals and families find or sell their properties. Buying or selling a home is not an event, it is a process and Jon Hasler is dedicated to help ensure that the process fits the needs and concerns of his clients. 

As a member of the community, Jon currently holds position as president of the Monroe County Fall Festival and director of the Rise & Shine Cloggers. Rise & Shine Cloggers is an organization of all age groups performing everywhere from local to regional festivals to the Grand Ole Opry. 

As a dedicated professional committed to your real estate goals, Jon will provide the best service possible!  

Zak Szymanski 

Before arriving in Bloomington, Zak was a reporter and editor in New York, Washington, DC and California, covering everything from arts and technology, to law and politics. He also earned his MFA in creative writing, studying in Colorado under Allen Ginsberg and other beat-generation poets. He continues to write for a variety of media outlets, and is also an adjunct journalism instructor at IU. 

Zak's real estate career has been an extension of much of this work: serving the community, acting as a consumer's advocate, and ultimately, helping people. Zak enjoys continuing his real estate education; he is also a member of Bloomington Restorations and a graduate of Bloomington Housing and Neighborhood Development's "Citizens Academy."