The Duo Moves From a Boutique Brokerage and Brings Nearly 30 Years of Combined Luxury Real Estate Experience
Compass, Arizona’s new luxury real estate leader, is pleased to announce that luxury Realtor Nathan Waite and Associate Broker David Larchez have joined the brokerage, bringing their expertise and deep market knowledge to the Valley’s high-end real estate markets of Paradise Valley and Scottsdale.
Previously with Silverhawk Realty—where Larchez served as founder since 2011 and Waite joined in 2020—these top producers have built a reputation for excellence in high-end residential transactions, development projects and investment properties. Waite holds a Ph.D. and Larchez, an MBA, credentials highlighting the knowledge and expertise they bring to Arizona’s luxury real estate market. Their decision to transition to Compass stems from the brokerage’s unmatched market exposure, cutting-edge technology and dominant presence in the luxury real estate sector.
“Compass has been exemplary at assembling talent and potential deal
flows within the brokerage, which was what stood out most to us,” said Waite. “As local boutique agents, we’re excited about the reach that Compass has nationally and internationally.”
Larchez echoed these sentiments, adding, “Compass has redefined the way luxury real estate is marketed and sold, and we look forward to utilizing its resources to showcase both new development projects and exceptional existing homes in this highly sought-after market.”
Waite and David Larchez’s move to Compass makes for a powerful addition to the brokerage’s growing presence in Arizona’s high-end real estate market. The duo recently listed a record-breaking Yucca Road land sale in Paradise Valley – the largest land sale for a single-family home in state history – in November 2024, working closely with Compass’s Frank DiMaggio on the $12.5-million off-market transaction. It was the second time Waite and Larchez sold this particular land parcel, and also the second time it set a record for land sales tied to a single-family home in Arizona.
In addition to their current offerings, which include a stunning, $7.75 million Paradise Valley property located at 6825 N 39th Place and an immaculate $2,149,000 listing at 7180 E Kierland Blvd. #508 in Scottsdale, the pair is also preparing a range of new development properties to hit the market in Paradise Valley that will be listed for sale from $10-$35 million.
Compass continues to attract top-tier talent, reinforcing its commitment to setting new industry standards in luxury real estate. With the addition of Waite and Larchez, the firm strengthens its position as the go-to brokerage for buyers, sellers and developers seeking premier representation in Paradise Valley and environs.
“Compass is taking a strong hold of the Scottsdale, and particularly, the Paradise Valley luxury markets,” said Sean Zimmerman, President of Compass Arizona. “We are currently dominating about 60% of the market share, and what Nathan and David bring to table with experience, reach and a proven track record will continue to enhance everything we are doing to offer the highest level of service to our luxury buyers and sellers.”