SCHAFFER JARED Proof
HIS VANITY PLATE SAYS
“HUSTLE”
“My wife, Jessica, asks if there is an off switch,” jokes Jared Schaffer. So far, the answer is a definitive no. This go-getter operates at full speed, recently crushing his 1,100th class at F45. “I got addicted to it during COVID,” he laughs. The hustle is not just a mindset; it’s a lifestyle choice.
But that relentless drive isn’t reserved for the gym. As a dedicated REALTOR®, passionate investor, and project manager for client remodels, Jared brings unparalleled energy to the Boulder real estate market.
“It’s a full-service shop,” he says of his thriving business, which is built on a foundation of executing high-quality remodels driven by smart choices. “We focus on modern style and exceptionally clean builds,” Jared points out. “Clients know that when we manage a project, the result will be both beautiful and built to hold value, appreciate over time, and bring equity to their real estate goals.”
From Tech Startups to Real Estate Innovator
Growing up in New York, Jared learned the value of passive income early. His father, who owned several rental properties, would bring him along to check on things and collect coins from the laundry machines. “He’d let me keep the change,” Jared recalls. “That’s when I learned what passive income was: we get to collect rent… and charge for laundry. I was baffled by this business model.”
That early lesson stuck. Initially bound for dental school, the dawn of the internet sparked a pivot to Computer Science, bringing him to Boulder after 9/11. When his father suggested buying real estate in the beautiful college town, Jared agreed and said, “Can you help me?” His father stepped up with a generous gift toward that initial purchase, a foundational gesture that Jared remains deeply grateful
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If it doesn’t check all the boxes, I’ll tell them.
EVEN IF IT MEANS WALKING AWAY.
for to this day. That first property in Boulder proved to be a secure investment, launching his entire real estate journey. Working in tech startups, Jared aggressively saved his commission checks to purchase properties every summer, eventually accumulating half a dozen rental homes and flipping others.
The next step from startups was obvious: real estate. He secured his license and joined one of the big firms in town, leveraging his tech background to help the brokerage reevaluate its technological advancements. In doing so, he noticed a massive missed opportunity: the industry wasn’t fully monetizing its relationships or connecting buyers with off-market inventory.
The Investor Lens and Unshakable Integrity
“I became the guy who loved off-market deals,” Jared says. By identifying hidden opportunities before they hit the market, he quickly became the go-to agent for investors, first-time buyers, and those looking for an agent who was creative in getting their goals met.
“I built this investor lens,” he explains. He never cuts corners; he is the agent who will literally crawl under a house and inspect every nook for structural cracks. This meticulous approach ensures clients secure safe equity and sound investments. “If it doesn’t check all the boxes, I’ll tell them,” Jared explains. “Even if it means walking away.”
That radical transparency has forged deep trust. In a remarkable testament to his integrity, Jared offers a guarantee you rarely hear elsewhere: if a client ever regrets a purchase he guided them into, he will buy it back. It isn’t a sales tactic; it’s a reflection of how deeply he values his fiduciary role.
Maven Group Design Build: Beyond the Transaction What truly elevates Jared’s practice is what happens after the closing table. Through Maven Group Design Build, he manages seamless home transformations, ranging from single-room upgrades to full-scale renovations. Last year alone, Maven Group managed 15 client remodels, encompassing everything from kitchens and bathrooms to entire homes.
“I’m not a contractor,” he clarifies. “I’m a project
manager, and my team and I know what we’re doing. We have all the right people, from engineers and architects to artisans.” Partnering with fellow New York native and best friend Howie Rubin, Jared leverages a dedicated network of flexible subcontractors to turn houses into dream homes.
His project management translates to massive savings and reduced stress. When a friend received a staggering $47,000 quote for a bathroom remodel, Maven Group put their team on the job and cut the cost to almost $20,000. “I’m trying to bring back quality and calm to the Boulder chaos and costs,” he notes. He credits his sharp
eye for design and market awareness to his longtime mentor, Cheryl Firby of Alpine Realty. “I wouldn’t be where I am without her guidance,” he says. They still collaborate closely, with Jared even consulting her on his own investments because, as he notes, “she might catch something I miss.” Each year, Jared and Howie flip two to three high-quality Boulder gems of their own, bringing fresh, revitalized properties to the market.
The Fuel Behind the Fire
At home, the energy remains high. Jared and Jessica (a Boulder native, well-known sleep coach, and play therapist) are raising their two children. Alongside their adorable American
Staffordshire Terrier Louie, the family stays active and adventurous. “Every summer, we try to take the family somewhere international,” Jared says, with Spain, Italy, and France recently checked off their growing list. When winter hits, you’ll likely find him carving up the mountains on his snowboard.
Hustle and Heart
With a vanity plate that reads “HUSTLE,” Jared isn’t slowing down. Navigating a shifting market, an increasing demand for major remodels, and a steady stream of clients, Maven Group Realty and Design Build is thriving exactly where they want to be: right in the thick of it all. “We actually love doing this,” he says. And looking at their track record, it absolutely shows.
If you or someone you know is looking to buy, sell, invest, or remodel in Boulder and the surrounding areas, point them to DreamBigBoulder. com and watch the Maven Group turn their realty dreams into reality.