Hover Girl Properties: Jacksonville's Go-To Military Relocation and Property Management Experts

Hover Girl Properties: Jacksonville's Go-To Military Relocation and Property Management Experts

Hover Girl Properties isn’t just another real estate brokerage in Northeast Florida. It’s a force in the military relocation space—led by two of the most committed professionals in the business: Joy Doyle and Lara Yehl. If you’re a military family trying to navigate relocation, rentals, or home sales in Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Nocatee, or Ponte Vedra, Hover Girl Properties should be your first call.

This article uses insights from the full episode transcript at tracyhayespodcast.com/137.

From Military Spouses to Real Estate Leaders

Joy and Lara built Hover Girl Properties during the market crash of 2007-08 when military families were losing equity and risking their security clearances. They stepped in with a solution: manage those homes and protect families' futures. Today, they oversee a rental portfolio in the mid-300s and closed over $108 million in sales last year. Their brokerage thrives because of trust, training, and an unwavering commitment to service.

What Sets Hover Girl Apart

These women didn’t just pivot into real estate—they built their model on integrity and military values. Their team includes military veterans, active-duty spouses, and deeply loyal agents. They offer full-service real estate including rentals, sales, and training.

"We thought we’d manage 20 properties. Now we’re in the mid-three-hundreds. It all grew organically."

"When we make a mistake, we get out our checkbook, write the check, and move forward."

"We believe in creating a culture of loyalty and support. You can't fake that."

Unmatched Local Expertise in Northeast Florida

Whether it's helping a family PCS to NAS Jacksonville, marketing homes in Nocatee, or managing rentals in St. Augustine, Hover Girl's roots run deep. They serve Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, the Beaches, and St. Johns County with a hands-on, relationship-first approach.

Real Stories Behind the Growth

1. The Memphis Mission: Joy needed to find a house while her husband was deployed. Lara volunteered to go. That trip solidified their friendship—and planted the seed for Hover Girl.

2. The First Client: They launched with a list of names and a goal to manage 20 homes. Within months, word of mouth spread. They’d hit capacity and had to start hiring.

3. The Service Mindset: One of their earliest hires broke down in tears. She couldn’t believe Joy and Lara were so generous with leads, training, and clients. That mindset still drives the culture today.

FAQs About Northeast Florida Real Estate

Q: Are military families a big part of the Jacksonville real estate market?
A: Yes. NAS Jacksonville and Mayport create a constant flow of inbound and outbound military relocation. VA loans and quick timelines are the norm.

Q: Is Hover Girl only property management?
A: No. They closed over $108 million in residential sales last year, serving both military and civilian clients.

Q: What areas do they serve?
A: Hover Girl works across Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, and all of St. Johns County.

Q: How does property management help sellers?
A: Many sellers start as landlords. Hover Girl manages their rental until the time is right to sell—then lists the home with a tenant transition plan.

Ready to Work with True Pros?

If you’re relocating, investing, renting, or buying in Northeast Florida, reach out to Hover Girl Properties. Joy Doyle and Lara Yehl have built something rare: a company that performs at the highest level without sacrificing humanity.

Connect with Hover Girl Properties:
Instagram: @hovergirljoy | @hovergirl_lara
Facebook: Joy Doyle | Lara Yehl
LinkedIn: Joy Doyle | Lara Yehl

Full Episode: tracyhayespodcast.com/137
YouTube: https://youtu.be/oEq_acCyFwI?si=s42Cnhm8lwstQXVB
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Meredith Rowe – Episode 228
Paige Wajsman – Episode 82
The Parham Team – Episode 260
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