Our Team
Sonya Encalade-Jones founded Haus Nola Realty Group LLC after a fast, successful real estate career punctuated by early recognition and steady achievement. She was named Rookie of the Year at Delisha Boyd Realty, then rose to become a top agent at RE/MAX New Orleans Properties, where she earned the Executive Club Award six years running. In 2023 she launched Haus Nola Realty, a boutique firm focused on delivering personalized service to a diverse clientele, including relocating professional athletes and other high-profile clients. Known for her integrity, deep market knowledge, and unwavering client-first approach, Sonya is widely respected for consistently delivering excellent results with the highest levels of professionalism.
Founder of Haus Nola Realty & Broker 504-812-8891
Sonya Encalade-Jones
Exceptional real estate is about more than buying or selling a home it’s about creating a seamless experience built on trust, expertise, and personalized service. As a REALTOR® with Haus NOLA Realty, Tanja Watson is dedicated to helping clients confidently navigate one of life’s most important investments.
Tanja specializes in helping buyers find the perfect place to call home and assisting sellers in maximizing the value of their property. Known for her professionalism, attention to detail, strong communication, and client-first approach, she is committed to making every transaction as smooth and successful as possible.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, searching for your forever home, investing in real estate, or preparing to sell, Tanja provides knowledgeable guidance, strategic advocacy, and personalized support every step of the way.
Her mission is simple: to deliver an exceptional real estate experience, build lasting relationships, and help every client achieve their real estate goals with confidence.
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Tanja Watson
A native of New Orleans who recently returned from Maryland, Miko is a seasoned real estate professional with more than a decade of industry experience. A current member of the National Association of Realtors, she brings deep market knowledge, practical expertise, and a client-first approach to every transaction.
Miko’s guiding principles—clear communication, unwavering integrity, continuous education, operational efficiency, transparency, and personal accountability—drive her work. She’s dedicated to using those values to help clients confidently achieve their real estate goals and turn their homeownership dreams into reality.
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Tammiko "Miko" Newell
Latonya is a seasoned real estate professional with six years of experience guiding a diverse clientele. Outgoing, motivated, and driven to succeed as an entrepreneur, she leverages exclusive listings, a global network, strategic marketing, and cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional results. Latonya is deeply committed to working diligently and proactively to make every client’s buying or selling experience efficient, rewarding, and truly memorable.
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Latanya Batiste
Laura is dedicated to helping clients find the home of their dreams. Though a licensed realtor for just over a year, Laura is no newcomer to the real estate world—she brings years of hands‑on investing experience and a deep understanding of local markets. A successful entrepreneur and hair stylist for more than 30 years, Laura combines strong client service skills with keen business acumen.
With access to premier listings, a global professional network, sophisticated marketing strategies, and cutting‑edge technology, Laura is committed to delivering a smooth, memorable experience. She works diligently to match buyers and sellers with the right opportunities and to provide attentive guidance at every step of the transaction.
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Laura Parker
Ashona Winzy is a lifelong New Orleanian and a proud graduate of Higgins High School, the University of New Orleans (B.A.), and Xavier University (M.A.). With 18 years of experience in education, she currently serves as an Assistant Principal at a respected local high school.
Real estate is a true passion for Ashona. She specializes in helping clients build wealth through property ownership, matching buyers with homes that suit their lifestyles, and equipping families to pass on those lessons to the next generation. Whether clients are purchasing their first home, upgrading, investing, or selling, Ashona brings patience, integrity, and deep knowledge of New Orleans neighborhoods to every transaction.
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Ashona Winzy
Aubrielle Lewis is passionate about matching people with their perfect home. With two years of real estate experience, she brings an energetic, motivated, and entrepreneurial spirit to every transaction. Aubrielle combines access to premier listings and a global network with targeted marketing and cutting‑edge technology to create a seamless, memorable buying or selling experience. Whether you’re searching for your dream home or ready to sell, she’s dedicated to guiding you confidently from the first conversation to the closing table.
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Aubrielle Lewis
LaCresha Walker is a dedicated real estate professional serving Jefferson Parish, where she lives with her family. Bringing the same energy, teamwork, and leadership she practices as a youth basketball coach, LaCresha delivers a client-first experience that’s focused, disciplined, and results-driven.
Her modern approach blends deep local market knowledge with clear communication and strategic guidance, ensuring clients—from first-time buyers to growing families—find the right home with confidence. LaCresha is committed to making every transaction seamless and enjoyable, advocating fiercely for her clients’ best interests and providing personalized service at every step.
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Lacresha Walker
Shartelle Kennard is a trusted Southeast Louisiana Realtor® who turns real estate goals into reality. Specializing in residential sales, seller strategy, buyer representation, new construction, and investment acquisition, she brings calm confidence and a results-focused mindset to every transaction. With experience in serving families across New Orleans Metro and surrounding areas. Shartelle combines deep local market knowledge with strategic negotiation and clear communication to simplify the process and maximize outcomes. Whether guiding first-time buyers, optimizing a seller’s listing, navigating new construction details, or identifying high-potential investments, she builds tailored plans that protect clients’ interests to achieve their goals. Dependable, professional, and client-centered. Shartelle makes each move smoother and more successful—helping families find the right home and investors secure smart opportunities.
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Shartelle Kennard
Tylar is a New Orleans native with a passion for community and affordability for all. After practicing real estate in Houston Texas for the last three years, she felt it was time to bring it all back home!
With additional career experience in digital marketing, she brings a research-driven approach to every transaction while educating her clients along the way. From property management and apartment locating, to marketing and new construction, there isn't a transaction she isn't prepared for.
Through balancing a diverse clientele, she brings a confident, professional, and focused energy — ensuring her clients find exactly what they need!
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Tylar Beckham
As a proud New Orleans native, Jovan is always excited to serve her hometown and the surrounding areas by helping clients build wealth through homeownership and real estate investing.
With 11 years of combined experience as a licensed Realtor in both New Jersey and Louisiana and having more than 24 years in the sales industry, she brings strong negotiation skills, deep market insight, and a passion for exceptional client service.
In addition to real estate, she owns and operates several businesses, giving her a sharp, entrepreneurial approach to every transaction. She specializes in guiding first-time homebuyers, investors, sellers, and renters, and she also offers full-service property management.
Jovan is thrilled to take on new clients and looks forward to serving you!
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Jovan Bates Tapeh
Born and raised in New Orleans, Danielle approaches real estate with the heart of a local and the insight of a seasoned property manager, investor, and business owner. She believes real estate is more than just a closing date; it’s an opportunity for everyday people to build equity, create stability, and shape their future. Her experience managing everything from Section 8 homes to luxury retreats has shaped her purpose: guiding others toward opportunities that truly change lives. She is committed to helping everyday people access tools, knowledge, and pathways that make homeownership and investing possible.
She’s well-traveled and has lived in major markets nationwide, giving Danielle insight into the dynamics of different communities. That unique perspective, paired with her deep love for New Orleans culture, allows her to connect with clients whether they are natives or transplants.
Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or seeking a property manager you can trust, Danielle is committed to making the process clear, supportive, and stress-free, guiding you forward with confidence at every step. Let’s begin the conversation.
Danielle is ready to help you make your next move, here in New Orleans, across Louisiana, or in any market you’re considering, anchored by the city and state she proudly calls home.
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Danielle Washington
Leslie Ellison is a licensed Realtor in Louisiana with Delisha Boyd Realty, serving the greater New Orleans and its surrounding parishes. Leslie’s interest in real estate was ignited years ago by the experience of buying her first of several investment properties. She brings a wealth of knowledge, innovative ideas and experience to her clients. She has taught first time homebuyer’s workshops in various Parishes. She was recognized by her Broker in 2018 and 2019 as the Breakout Realtor for the firm. She was featured in Homes and Land Magazine as a Power Player in Real Estate. She was also featured in New Orleans City Business as One to Watch in Real Estate.
Leslie also serves as a school board member for the Orleans Parish School Board, District 4. Since November of 2012, she has been a strong visionary and passionate education leader. I have heard her described as someone who always puts the needs of our children and our community first. Leslie has also held numerous leadership positions since assuming office. She currently serves as Vice President of OPSB. Leslie is a lifelong resident of the historic Tunisburg/McClendonville community in Algiers, Louisiana. She obtained a degree in business administration from Southern University at New Orleans. She is also a proud product of the New Orleans public schools, she attended Paul B. Habans Elementary, Edna Karr and Oliver Perry Walker Senior High School, respectively.
In addition to her service on the Orleans Parish School Board, Leslie is a member of various community, business and service organizations. She is the owner and CEO of the Ellison Group, LLC and serves as administrator at Gideon Christian Fellowship International.
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