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About Jonathan Baer
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the real estate industry, I've built my career on delivering strategic guidance and honest service to home buyers, sellers, and investors across Arizona. My journey began in 1993 as a builder's representative in Ohio, eventually leading me to co-found Dominion Group Properties in 2010. Since then, I've helped complete more than 1,000 real estate transactions across Maricopa, Yavapai, Coconino, and Pinal counties--representing more than $240 million in closed volume. At Dominion Group Properties, I serve as both a broker and licensed loan officer. This dual role allows me to streamline the entire transaction process, offering clients one cohesive strategy for everything from buying and selling to financing and property management. I manage a portfolio of over 50 properties for clients around the globe and act as a trusted real estate wealth advisor--helping families and individuals build, protect, and grow their real estate investments. My deep familiarity with the Arizona market--especially Phoenix, Scottsdale, Anthem, New River, and Cave Creek--has been featured in various industry-related articles, reflecting the strategies and balance I bring to today's dynamic market. These include coverage in platforms like LivePositively, Sociomix, Medium, and Steemit, which discuss my approach to navigating real estate complexities while maintaining client-focused service.
OTHER LANGUAGES
English
Community Involvement
Scottsdale Area Association of Realtors
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Hiking, Gardening and Craft Beer & Bourbon.
FAMILY
Some people say real estate runs on location -- Jonathan Baer swears it runs on relationships (and maybe a little coffee). Married for 29 years to his college sweetheart, Kim, Jonathan is a proud husband, dad of three grown kids, and long-time North Phoenix resident since 2005. Originally from Ohio, he and Kim met in college, fell in love, and eventually decided they'd had enough of gray skies and snow boots. Arizona's sunshine and wide-open spaces sealed the deal. When he's not helping clients find their dream home or manage their investments, you'll find Jonathan and Kim outdoors -- hiking desert trails, exploring backroads, or just enjoying the Arizona blue skies that make every day feel like a good day. With decades of experience in real estate, homebuilding, and finance, Jonathan brings a mix of Midwestern values, Arizona insight, and a genuine sense of humor to every client he works with. He believes that buying or selling a home should feel exciting -- not stressful -- and he's been proving that for more than 30 years.
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - Arizona - # BR571739000
Designation
Green Designation
ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative)
Seller Representative Specialist
Real Estate Broker
ePro
REALTOR
Specialties
- Buyers
- Sellers
- Rentals
- Residential Property
I work with both home buyers and sellers, providing guidance through every stage of the real estate process. In addition to sales, I also serve as a property manager, overseeing a portfolio of approximately 50 homes. This allows me to assist both landlords and tenants, ensuring that each property is well cared for and every client’s needs are met with professionalism and attention to detail.
Awards
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2026
TOP AGENT
New River, AZ
2026
TOP AGENT
Carefree, AZ
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FAQ
There’s a saying I live by: “Prior Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance.” It applies to just about everything in life — and definitely to buying a home.
The best thing you can do is get prepared before you start shopping. Sit down with a REALTOR® and a lender early in the process so you understand not just what you can buy, but how to actually get the deal closed once you find that dream home.
Buying a home isn’t just about finding the right kitchen or backyard — it’s about having your financing, documentation, and strategy lined up so you can move confidently when the right opportunity appears. Details matter, and when you partner with the right team, those details are handled.
In short: plan first, partner smart, and your dream home won’t just be a dream — it’ll have your name on the mailbox.
Just like with buyers, I live by the saying: “Prior Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance.”
In today’s market, buyers have options—and they’re often picky. That means your home can’t just be for sale; it has to be priced right and presented right. Staging, repairs, and maintenance aren’t extras anymore—they’re essentials if you want your home to stand out and attract serious offers.
The best move you can make is to partner early with the right agent. A good agent will help you identify where to invest your time and money before listing, so you don’t waste either once you hit the market. That preparation can literally save you thousands—or make you thousands.
Bottom line: plan ahead, present your home like it deserves, and team up with a professional who knows how to make your property shine in a crowded market.
I enjoy working with clients who value experience, knowledge, and trust — because those are the ingredients that make a real estate journey successful and enjoyable.
Over the years, I’ve worked with first-time buyers, seasoned investors, families upsizing or downsizing, and everyone in between. But the common thread is always relationships. Real estate isn’t about transactions; it’s about people — their goals, their stories, and helping them take the next big step with confidence.
For me, it’s not just about selling a home. It’s about building trust that lasts long after the closing table.
One that really stands out was helping a family who had just lost a loved one. It was an emotional time, and they were facing not only grief but also the complex probate process that comes with selling an inherited home.
I guided them step-by-step — from preparing the property for sale to navigating market conditions affected by rising interest rates. We ultimately sold the home for top dollar, which gave the family both financial relief and peace of mind.
What made this transaction truly special was what came next: the family asked me to help their surviving children purchase homes of their own, allowing them to start a new chapter and build their own sense of stability.
It was one of those experiences that reminded me why I love this business — because at its heart, real estate isn’t just about property; it’s about people, trust, and helping families move forward.
I got my start in real estate back in 1993 in Ohio, selling new construction homes straight out of college. I loved helping people figure out the right floor plan and lot, then customizing it to make it truly their home.
My knack for problem-solving and attention to detail eventually led me into management, where I spent the next 15 years running a homebuilding operation that built and sold over 100 homes a year. It was fast-paced, challenging, and incredibly rewarding.
After the housing crash in 2008, I decided it was time to shift gears — to take everything I’d learned about construction, design, and negotiation and use it to help individual buyers and sellers. That’s when I realized what I truly love about this business: I get to help people make one of the biggest decisions of their lives using the skills and experience I’ve built over decades.
It’s not just a career for me — it’s a calling. I get to do what I love, make a difference, and make a living all at the same time. And that’s pretty awesome.
Yes — I believe ongoing education is key to providing exceptional service, which is why I’ve earned several professional designations over the years. I’m an ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist), GREEN, and e-PRO® certified, as well as a licensed REALTOR®.
Each of these programs has strengthened my ability to help clients navigate today’s market — from understanding sustainability and energy-efficient homes, to mastering marketing strategies, negotiation, and digital communication.
In short, I’ve invested in training so that my clients can feel confident they’re working with someone who stays current, informed, and fully equipped to guide them every step of the way.
Contact Information
Location
703 E. Carefree Hwy #113 Phoenix, AZ, 85085
