Local Information & News • September 24, 2026

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills is pleased to announce that Ernesto Poppante has joined its firm as a REALTOR®/Broker

Ernesto was born and raised in Hickory, North Carolina, in an Italian family of restaurant owners. He spends his free time with the people he loves and traveling.

With a background in family business, Ernesto understands the importance of attention to detail and hard work. He has spent years running a family business and working with all kinds of people, excelling in communication and problem-solving.

He has earned the respect of his peers by setting an example of how to treat people honestly and fairly, while demonstrating hard work and diligence.

Becoming a REALTOR® has been a calling Ernesto has felt within himself. He believes his strong people skills will be a great fit for the real estate industry. He has proudly branched out from the family business to help people find the homes of their dreams.

“We are excited that Ernesto is joining our firm,” said Mike Kelly, Broker/Owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills. “As one of our agents, Ernesto has access to high-quality training, great marketing tools, powerful technology, and an unmatched social media program in the Catawba Valley area.”

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills is a full-service real estate brokerage company specializing in residential and commercial properties in the Foothills of North Carolina. Since its founding in 2010, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Foothills has continued to grow and thrive in the community.

Feel free to contact Ernesto to help you with your real estate needs.

You can contact Ernesto by phone (828) 962-9357 or,  
visit his website Ernesto.Poppante.BetterFoothills.com