A team to build the dream.

David Salazar

Co-Founder & Principal Broker of NRE Real Estate Professionals


David feels fortunate to have been in the real estate industry for over 20 years. He has purchased and sold a variety of properties throughout Utah and is very familiar with the Wasatch Front & Wasatch Back real estate community. His experience includes Buying, Selling, New Construction, Renovations, Income/Investment properties, and Land acquisitions.  This experience has provided David with a comprehensive understanding of the housing market. He is well prepared to help his Agents & clients understand all aspects of contract law, negotiating, buying, selling and investmenting. NRE’s motto is simple "WE SERVE" Others before Us, Service before Profits, Quality before Quantity . David co- founded NINJA in 2017, which later became NRE Real Estate Professionals in 2022. Today NRE is made up of 120 agents, many of them award-winning real estate agents recognized throughout the state of Utah. David feels truly blessed being surrounded by the best of the best. We refer to our Agents As Ninjas, a name we all wear with honor because it reflects our life and business mindset. This mindset sets us apart from the rest and solidifies our mission “We Serve”. 

Who is David Salazar?  David grew up in Salt Lake City, he attended Judge Memorial High School and then the University of Utah. David immersed himself into the real estate industry while in college as an investor buying rental properties and renovating homes. He soon found his passion for helping the community find their homes and has been there for the last 20 years. David’s passions include being a Dad to his 4 amazing sons, husband to his beautiful wife Jennifer, cars, hunting, fishing, camping, and anything that includes his family.

Troy Hodell

Co-Founder & Principal Broker of NRE Real Estate Professionals

Licensed in 2001.  Part time for 4 years and then made the leap full time.  Has made the top 500 list for 10 years in a row, since 2012.  Became a broker and started Ninja in 2017, which became NRE Professionals in 2022. Multiple 100+ transaction years, with no assistant, just very scheduled. NRE brokerage now has around 120 agents, many of whom are top producers in the field. I love to work with clients, figuring out how to solve problems, negotiating offers, and providing stellar service. I love doing events and providing value for my clients, way beyond the close of the real estate transaction.  Always at your service!

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