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Ed Purgason

Broker/Realtor

License Number: 162492

Ed earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and later received his Master’s degree from Fuller Seminary. Prior to beginning his real estate career, Ed spent 12 years serving with Young Life International, including 8 years in the United States and 4 years in Uganda following the Idi Amin era. This experience shaped his commitment to serving others, building meaningful relationships, and leading with integrity, values that continue to define his approach to real estate today. For Ed, real estate has never been just about transactions. It is about guiding people through one of the most important financial and emotional decisions of their lives. His clients trust him because of his experience, steady communication, and ability to navigate every stage of the process with clarity and confidence. He believes in being accessible, honest, and proactive, ensuring his clients always feel informed, protected, and confident in every decision.
Ed was recognized as the #3 agent with Keller Williams in the country and the #1 RE/MAX Agent in North and South Carolina. These accomplishments reflect a career built on consistency, integrity, and performance. While the numbers matter, what matters most to Ed is the trust placed in him and the long term relationships he builds with the people he serves. Throughout his career, Ed built The Purgason Group, assembling a strong foundation of support to ensure his clients receive exceptional service at every stage. In 2023, he transitioned to eXp and launched Purgason Prime Properties, continuing to grow his business while maintaining the personal approach that defines his work. In the latter half of 2025, he expanded his reach by moving to Sunset Beach and joining Creekmore Realty Group, allowing him to connect and serve clients across both the Triad and coastal North Carolina markets. His trusted support team continues to assist clients seamlessly across both regions. Ed remains committed to protecting his clients’ interests, serving them with excellence, and maintaining relationships long after closing. To him, clients are never just clients. Many become lifelong friends.

Mark Dahrooge

Broker/Realtor

License Number: 358534

When it comes to buying or selling a home, experience matters — but so does the right kind of experience. Mark Dahrooge brings a lifetime of professional expertise that sets him apart in the Coastal North Carolina real estate market.
Before earning his real estate license, Mark spent over 20 years as a Senior Recruiter for industry giants like Dell and Ford, where he mastered the art of understanding people’s needs, building lasting relationships, and navigating high-stakes decisions — skills that translate directly into exceptional real estate service. His Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management gave him a strong foundation in communication, negotiation, and people-first problem solving. Mark’s background doesn’t stop there. He launched his career in real estate development as a Director of Business Development, overseeing the construction of bank buildings across New England. He has also personally renovated and sold multiple investment properties, giving him an insider’s perspective on maximizing a home’s value and appeal that most agents simply don’t have. In 2006, Mark and his wife, Bobbi, relocated to Coastal North Carolina and fell in love with the region. Now a licensed Realtor with two years of hands-on experience in this market, Mark has invested deeply in his professional development — earning both his Certified Home Buying Advisor and Certified Home Selling Advisor designations through the National Association of Expert Advisors, ensuring his clients benefit from the most current, proven strategies in real estate today. Mark is also a Certified Senior Transition Specialist and co-founder of Gigi’s Home, a resource dedicated to helping the adult children of seniors navigate the emotional and logistical process of transitioning a loved one into an adult community. This unique specialty reflects Mark’s compassionate, people-first philosophy — one that he brings to every real estate transaction, regardless of the client’s age or situation. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned seller, or somewhere in between, Mark Dahrooge offers something rare: a trusted advisor who combines decades of professional expertise, genuine market knowledge, and a deep commitment to your goals. He enjoys working with clients of all ages and all stages of life. Now living on the coast, Mark embraces the lifestyle he loves — playing golf, practicing Tai Chi, and helping his neighbors find their perfect place to call home. Ready to take the next step? Let Mark’s expertise, heart, and dedication guide your real estate journey.

Bobbi Dahrooge

Broker/Realtor

License Number: 346814

With a career rooted in social services, higher education, real estate, and senior transition services, Bobbi brings a unique blend of compassion, advocacy, and market expertise to every client relationship. Originally from Massachusetts, Bobbi relocated to North Carolina over 20 years ago with her husband and two children, giving her firsthand understanding of the emotions, logistics, and challenges that come with making a long-distance move and starting over away from family and familiar surroundings. That personal experience allows her to genuinely empathize with clients who are relocating, downsizing, or navigating a major life transition.
Her professional background includes experience as a Medicaid Social Worker, social services programmer, College Administrator, and educator, giving her a strong foundation in helping individuals and families navigate important life changes with confidence and care. Bobbi holds a Master’s Degree in Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, further strengthening her ability to guide and support clients through complex decisions. Today, as a licensed Realtor and owner of Gigi’s Home, a senior transition service dedicated to helping adult children move loved ones into senior communities with ease and efficiency, Bobbi combines real-world experience with specialized real estate knowledge. She understands that moving is not just a transaction—it is an emotional and financial transition that requires patience, planning, and trusted guidance. Having personally moved 14 times, managed multiple home renovations, and completed several investment property projects, Bobbi also understands renovation costs, property potential, and the true value of preparing a home for today’s market. Her hands-on renovation and investment experience allows her to help buyers and sellers make smart, informed decisions about repairs, upgrades, and maximizing home value. Bobbi works with buyers and sellers of all ages and life stages, while also specializing in helping active seniors and their families navigate downsizing, relocation, and lifestyle transitions. She is a Certified Senior Transition Specialist (STS), a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), and has completed advanced training through the Senior Real Estate Institute. These credentials, combined with her background in social services, allow her to offer a level of understanding and support that goes far beyond a traditional real estate experience. Clients value Bobbi for her calm approach, strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to simplify even the most complex situations. Whether helping a first-time buyer, preparing a home for sale, guiding a family through a senior transition, or assisting with downsizing and relocation, Bobbi’s goal is always the same: to provide trusted guidance, practical solutions, and a smooth, supportive real estate experience from beginning to end.

Harrison Kent

Broker/Realtor

License Number: 334626

Harrison Kent is a Wilmington native, starting his career in the construction industry for Kent Homes in 2016 in Brunswick county and surrounding areas. Harrison obtained his real estate license in 2021 and has been focusing on his business in the southeast region of North Carolina.
He promises his service-minded philosophy to all of his clients, whether they are buying or selling luxury estates, Intracoastal homes, Gated community homes, Golf community real estate, or Investment properties. Harrison brings his strong connections with professionals in the following fields: Mortgage, Attorney, Homes inspectors, and Trade contractors, to guarantee smooth transactions.

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