Brent
Altaffer
Vice President - Land Sales

Corporate Responsibility
Experience
Prior to joining Commonwealth, Brent worked in rural land consulting and outfitting, developing exceptional recreational properties for hunting, fishing, and leisure throughout the world. His experience included the creation and management of more than 700,000 acres, with an emphasis on wildlife habitat, timber management, conservation, and the planning and construction of sporting lodges and residences.
Since joining Commonwealth, Brent has specialized in representing buyers and sellers of exceptional rural and recreational properties, with a particular focus on larger-acreage holdings, historic estates, timberland, and premier sporting properties. His background gives him a unique understanding of the many factors that contribute to the value and long-term potential of significant landholdings, from timber and wildlife resources to recreational amenities, conservation opportunities, and legacy value.
Brent frequently works with families and investors seeking multigenerational properties of significance, as well as large timberland owners and buyers. He regularly assists clients with 1031 exchanges, helping them identify and acquire properties that align with both their lifestyle and investment objectives. Through a thoughtful and discreet approach, Brent helps clients acquire, sell, and improve distinctive properties while preserving their value and significance for generations to come
Education
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Conservation from Virginia Tech
Accomplishments
Virginia Real Estate License
North Carolina Real Estate License
Wildlife Biologist Certification from Virginia Tech
Board Member for The Capital Region Land Conservancy
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