CRAIG’S BIO

Top 1% of all U.S. real estate agents in annual sales.
 
Resident of Lake Tahoe since 1979
 
Past Professions: Certified Financial Advisor, Securities, Insurance, and Mortgage Licensed; The Traveler’s Group
 
Professional accomplishments:

• 2024 closed sales: $123,062,000, 50 units, #1 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
• Selling East Shore, Lake Tahoe, Nevada since 1989. Started with Coldwell Banker in November of 1989.
• 2000 to 2020 closed sales: $963,298,157. Over 840 transactions. # 1 agent in entire Northern Nevada MLS (MLS started in 2000)
• 2023 closed sales: $86,010,000, 38 units, #1 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
• 2022 closed sales: $77,294,000, 38 units, #1 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
• 2021 closed sales: $167,665,108, 74 transactions, #1 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
• 2020 closed sales: $116,280,650, 82.5 transactions, #2 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
• 2019 closed sales: $88,000,000, 62 transactions, #1 in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Dominates the luxury real estate market on the east shore of Nevada
• Member of CRS, Counsel of Residential Specialist since 1999
• Member of RSPS, Resort and Second Home Property Specialist since 2007
• Member of E-PRO, National Association of Realtors® since 2006
• Member of NAR; National Association of Realtors® since 1989
• Member of CLHMS; Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist since 2004
• Over 1.5 billion in local Nevada closed sales.

Knowledgeable, resourceful, superior negotiator, team player, client satisfaction, community involved, concierge-style service, vast clientele exposure.
 
Worldwide Coldwell Banker Global Luxury with offices in 40 countries.
 
Since 1989, Craig Zager has been a distinguished realtor in Lake Tahoe, spearheading over $1.5 billion in closed real estate sales and establishing himself as a leading authority on east shore properties. His unwavering dedication and unmatched local expertise have consistently placed him as Coldwell Banker's top agent in Nevada for over 15 years, and among the top 10 agents nationwide in 2021. Additionally, "Real trends" recognized him as the #1 agent for small teams in Nevada in both 2020 and 2021. In addition, Craig has dominated the volume and units within his local Northern Nevada Regional MLS; all Lake Tahoe, Nevada #1 for the last 20 plus years!

After relocating from Los Angeles to Lake Tahoe following high school, Craig's passion for the outdoors and deep connection to the local community laid the foundation for his successful real estate career. He holds several prestigious certifications, including certified residential specialist, NAR Resort and Second Home Property Specialist, and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, demonstrating his commitment to ongoing professional development. His background as a financial planner further equips his clients with the knowledge to make sound investment decisions.

Craig takes a personalized approach to real estate, having guided over 1,300 clients through the market, from ski condos to lakefront estates. In 2020, he founded the Zager Group, which has been recognized as Nevada's #1 Small Team by Real Trends three times in four years, reflecting his high standards of service and outstanding results.

Craig is committed to integrity and building lasting relationships, leveraging his comprehensive understanding of Lake Tahoe's unique dynamics to ensure client satisfaction in every transaction. Beyond his professional achievements, Craig is deeply involved in the community, advocating for the preservation of Lake Tahoe's environment and lifestyle, supporting local charities, and engaging in outdoor activities. His dedication to both his clients and the community solidifies his reputation as a trusted advisor and advocate in Lake Tahoe.