Bobby Downey

Broker, Agent

NextHome Paramount

Greater Charlotte NC Area

About Bobby Downey

Bobby Downey | Broker-Owner, NextHome Paramount | Owner, Pillar Home Loans

Born and raised in Charlotte, NC, Bobby Downey has spent his entire career doing one thing: helping people make smarter moves — financially and physically. He started in the mortgage industry, spending 12 years as a loan officer where he built an unmatched understanding of how lending works from the inside out. That foundation gave him something most real estate agents never have: the ability to see a transaction from both sides of the table before he ever listed a home.

After more than a decade in mortgage, Bobby transitioned to real estate sales — and never looked back. Twelve years later, he's one of the most trusted names in the Carolinas market. Alongside his wife and business partner Jayme, Bobby co-founded NextHome Paramount in 2018, a boutique brokerage that quickly rose to rank in the top 1% by volume in the Canopy MLS among nearly 3,000 brokerages. As Broker-Owner, he leads by example — remaining an active, producing agent while building the infrastructure that helps other agents thrive.

Bobby also serves as Owner of Pillar Home Loans, where his mortgage roots run deep. His dual expertise in lending and real estate makes him a rare advisor — someone who doesn't just help you find the right home, but helps you navigate the full financial picture with clarity and confidence.

What sets Bobby apart isn't just the credentials. It's how he shows up. Clients describe him as a fierce advocate, a calm presence in stressful moments, and someone who goes well above and beyond — whether that means coordinating repairs, negotiating through a tough bidding war, or simply being the kind of person you trust with one of the biggest decisions of your life.

Consistently recognized as one of the top-producing agents in Charlotte, NC, Bobby has earned a reputation as the go-to REALTOR® for buyers and sellers across South Charlotte — including SouthPark, Ballantyne, Matthews, Weddington, Waxhaw, Lake Wylie, and the surrounding communities. Clients routinely call him the best real estate agent in Charlotte, and with 59+ five-star recommendations and a track record of homes sold above asking price, the results speak for themselves. Whether you're buying your first home, upsizing, right-sizing, or relocating to the Charlotte area, Bobby brings the market knowledge, negotiation skills, and personal commitment to make it happen.

When he's not at a listing appointment or working a deal, you'll find Bobby coaching his boys, fishing, or somewhere in the stands cheering — probably in Steelers gear. He's a devoted husband and father of two, a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and someone who genuinely believes that real estate isn't just a job. It's a calling.

Charlotte born. Carolinas focused. 24 years in the business. Zero shortcuts.

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