A Fresh Start...Get to know me!

Dated: January 18 2022

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Hey! I’m Nicole but many may know me by my first name, La-Toya.  I go by both seemingly simultaneously but all of my friends and family call me Nicole.  I absolutely love to talk about all thing’s lifestyle. I love to share my thoughts and learn new things.

 

I’m a mother of 2, wife and full time real estate agent.  

 

I’ve always wanted to start a blog but had no clue where to start.  My drive to keep going was fueled by my strong desire to retire from my 9 to 5 and tap into the lucrative industry of lifestyle blogging. 

 

I grew up in Hampton, VA and made Northern, Va my home in 2002.  I started at Hampton University on a full ROTC scholarship.  I quickly realized that the Army life was not my style and walked away from free money.  I still regret that emotional decision to this day.  My mom had just taken a new job in Northern, VA and encouraged me to move to the area. I moved in with her and enrolled at George Mason University.  My mom landed me an intern position with the Government and I hit the ground running! I graduated from George Mason University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice and went on to earn my Master’s degree in Management and Leadership.  

 

In the beginning, my goal was to soar up the ranks in  my 9 to 5 and boy did I soar!!! However, I’m someone who always wants more.  I strongly believe this is both a gift and a curse.  

 

In 2016, my best girlfriend from childhood gave me an opportunity to stage her clients home and I did pretty darn good and earned a nice little pay check.  This opportunity ignited a fire inside of me and was truly an awakening. I’d finally found something that made me happy and I hit the ground running seeking more opportunities.  Staging opened the doors to my real estate career and I am so happy to be here!! Nothing feels better than helping someone find their dream home.   I look forward to sharing my journey with you.

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L. Nicole Prescott

Nicole Prescott is a Realtor who combines her love for the industry with her passion for education. Prior to starting real estate, Nicole earned a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and a Masters D....

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