Foundation Realty, a real estate agency in Manhattan KS, was founded on the principles of integrity, excellence and kindness. We’re a company you can trust, and we’re proud to serve you.
Real estate is a constantly changing industry. At our real estate agency in Manhattan KS, we are committed to lifelong learning in order to stay on the cutting edge. We’re also part of the local community ourselves, so you can be sure that no one knows the area better.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or even building new, we have the skills and experience to guide you through the process easily and efficiently.
At our real estate agency in Manhattan KS we take an honest approach to buying and selling. We pride ourselves on giving you the right guidance on everything from pricing to presentation and exposure.
Foundation Realty is a proud supporter of the Royal Family KIDS of Manhattan, Kansas. Each of our agents gives $50 of every commission. We encourage you to give as well. Please join us in making moments matter for foster children in our community.
David Renberg is the co-owner and broker of Foundation Realty. He also serves as a Realtor specializing in residential real estate sales. David has extensive experience working with investors, builders, and first-time homebuyers, as well as retirees looking for a place to settle down. As a local to the area, living just outside of Manhattan in Wamego, David understands the city, its culture, and the life that the Manhattan area offers, so he is uniquely poised to help you find your perfect home. Additionally, David understands how important responsiveness, integrity, and tenacity are in a real estate transaction. His past clients attest to his diligence and skill in a transaction.
Outside of working for his clients, David loves to spend time with his family, is very active in his church, and enjoys playing guitar, racquetball, and cards. Call David at 785-236-9438 to set up an appointment!
Terry Robinson is co-owner and a principal founder of Foundation Realty. Terry provides services for buyers and sellers in both the Manhattan and Topeka real estate markets. In addition to being a realtor, Terry has 35+ years of experience in the new home construction field. Terry understands the inner workings of new residential construction sales and brings a wealth of knowledge when purchasing a new home. Finally, Terry has experience in developing new home subdivisions which adds to his understanding of what buyers are looking for in picking their new community. Terry approaches each opportunity for service with a responsible attitude, perseverance and integrity which has made him a success in multiple fields.
Outside of real estate, Terry loves spending time with his wife, three children and six
grandchildren. He is also an avid golfer, a loyal K-State Wildcat, Chiefs and Royals fan.
Call Terry for knowledgeable real estate services at 785-554-4121
Morgan Riat is a Realtor® as well as Foundation Realty’s Auctioneer. He has been working in the Auction business since 2011 gaining ample experience in the trade. In his past years working in the Auction business, Morgan has learned plenty about the planning, preparation, and timing that go into conducting a successful Auction. As a member of the Kansas Auctioneers Association, Morgan strives to get the job done in a professional, courteous, and kind manner. Morgan’s agriculture background also gives him the knowledge and “know how” to help you buy or sell your Ag Real Estate or conduct your Agricultural Auction. With the help of his Auction and Foundation Realty teams, Morgan has conducted a variety of Auctions, including: Residential Estates, Rural Estates, Farm Auctions, Business Liquidations, etc. He also has plenty of experience auctioning Agriculture Machinery, Firearms, Furniture, Coins, Antiques, Glassware, and much more. With Morgan and his Auction team’s experience, you can confidently depend on Morgan for all of your Real Estate and Auction needs!
Give Morgan a call today to book your next auction, buy or sell your next home today at 785-458-9259!
Clay Graber is a REALTOR ® with Foundation Realty. As a loyal resident of Kansas, he resonates with the needs of his community and finds joy in serving those that rely on his expertise in the world of real estate. Clay has a background of working directly with homeowners that relied heavily on his input and his attention to detail. This experience sprouted into the career that he has built at Foundation Realty, a real estate agency founded on the principles of integrity, excellence, and kindness. He is quick to listen and move towards his clients with these principles and no matter what, Clay will work hard to make your home buying or selling experience an enjoyable one!
Apart from his professional career, Clay cherishes spending time with his beloved wife, Emily, he enjoys composing music, handcrafting wooden instruments and reading non-fiction.
Clay considers Manhattan, Kansas home and plans to reside there for the long-term, raise a family, and continue to provide the exceptional customer service that his clients can attest to. Call or text Clay Graber today to set up an appointment! Cell: 785-220-9030
Maddie Mayer is an authentic northwest Kansas girl who has been in the Manhattan area for over 6 years. She has really grown to love the kind and friendly community and is happy to now call Manhattan home. Growing up in a small town taught Maddie the importance of hard work, building relationships, and serving your neighbors. These are all attributes that are dear to Maddie’s heart, and she strives to implement them in her life and business as a real estate professional.
Not only will Maddie work hard to represent you and your best interests as her client, but she will do so with integrity and professionalism every step of the way. Whether purchasing your first home or looking to invest, a real estate transaction is a significant undertaking. Her intention is to make the process informative, rewarding and worry-free for you, her client.
When not at the office or with a client you can find Maddie at a local coffee shop, The Chef Cafe, or out and about with her friendly and charming dog, Hess. He tags along whenever possible and if you are lucky, you might even get to meet him!
Whitney Bauer is a licensed Realtor® and Inside Sales Agent for Foundation Realty. Since starting in 2020 as Foundation’s office assistant, Whitney has grown into the Transaction Coordinator/Operations Director role, and our real estate photographer. Now as the Inside Sales Agent, Whitney works alongside other agents to help buyers and sellers reach their real estate goals.
Whitney grew up on a small farm just outside of Eudora, KS, but has spent most of her adult life in the Manhattan area. Whitney has learned a ton from all the agents at Foundation Realty, and takes its core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Kindness to heart.
Outside of Foundation Realty Whitney has been a professional wedding/portrait photographer for over 10 years. Besides work, Whitney loves being with her husband and daughter, playing Settlers of Catan, attending Bluegrass Festivals, or rewatching the Office for probably 100th time.
Clay White is Realtor with Foundation Realty. He has extensive experience on the contracting side of both commercial and residential real estate. Clay has spent more than a decade repairing and refinishing residential housing for both first-time homeowners and investors alike. He completes his clients’ goals with his own personal touch of responsiveness and creativity. As a Kansas State University graduate, Clay understands the ins and out of the greater Manhattan area.
Outside of work, Clay loves being active around the Manhattan community! He spends most of his off hours competing with friends in games of volleyball and lifts at the local rec center! When he’s not involved in a challenge, Clay enjoys hunting and fishing with friends and family. Call Clay at 785-643-6845 to set up an appointment!
Kathy Walsh is a REALTOR with Foundation Realty, she started her real estate career after working with construction equipment for 20 years, which she still does along with her husband in heavy equipment mechanic’s shop that they own. As a lifelong resident of Kansas, she has honesty, integrity, and accountability in everything she does. With a deep-rooted passion for the land and everything in it.
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell she has the knowledge and skills to help guide you through the process. Thoroughness, vision, confidentiality, and integrity are essential to the relationship of trust between her and her clients. Where her clients are her number one priority. Building a relationship with clients and putting the client’s best interest first is one of the most rewarding aspects in real estate.
Kathy is an avid outdoors woman, she loves hunting (especially on her women only hunts in MN for black bear or wild hog hunts in OK) and fishing. But she also loves to spend time with her family, dogs, and chickens at her home in Louisville where she has lived for the past 32 years.