In 2023, J.D. joined Si Vales Valeo Real Estate as a Director of multifamily brokerage services after a long tenure with a national brokerage firm. During his time there, he amassed an impressive record of completing multifamily transactions while forging a reputation for being a persistent representative of his clients’ interests. SVVRE benefits greatly from Mr. Schmerge’s impeccable reputation amongst industry participants and peers in addition to his ability to match a property with the perfect buyer. Prior to starting his multifamily real estate brokerage career, J.D. acted as a liaison between IT employees and companies of all industries and sizes. It was during this time that he honed his ability to bring together parties with symbiotic needs and skills. J.D. is a Northern Kentucky native, where he currently resides with his wife and two daughters. He is a proud graduate of Covington Catholic and the University of Dayton where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance. This educational foundation becomes evident to his clients and peers through his detailed financial analyses and understanding of key performance metrics.