Meet Modern
Josh Blank, Partner
With more than 23 years of experience in Boston's competitive real estate market, Josh has built a reputation as a trusted leader with great integrity and a recommended voice in the industry. As a founder of Modern Real Estate, Josh combines his deep knowledge of the local market with a client-first approach, helping buyers, sellers, landlords, and investors make informed and successful real estate decisions. A lifelong Boston resident and graduate of The University of Vermont with a degree in Business and Urban Development, Josh started his career as a leasing agent in Allston. Recognizing the potential for growth in the area, he launched Modern Real Estate with the vision of providing personalized, honest real estate services to the vibrant communities of Greater Boston. Josh's expertise spans residential sales, investment sales, property management, residential leasing specializiung in hyper focused neighborhoods and ever changing market trends.
Beyond real estate, Josh is an active member of the Allston-Brighton community, supporting local business when possible and trying to mentor early entrants into real estate. When he's involved in real estate services, you can find him exploring Boston's food scene, catching a Patriots game, or enjoying a weekend with his wife and twin daughters.
Beyond real estate, Josh is an active member of the Allston-Brighton community, supporting local business when possible and trying to mentor early entrants into real estate. When he's involved in real estate services, you can find him exploring Boston's food scene, catching a Patriots game, or enjoying a weekend with his wife and twin daughters.
Matt Scott, Office Manager & Lead Agent
Originally from Long Island, Matt has brought his New York hustle and passion for real estate to the heart of Boston. As the Office Manager and Lead Agent at Modern Real Estate, Matt keeps the team running smoothly while helping clients find the perfect place to call home. With nearly a decade of experience in the industry, he's known for his ability to make every real estate transaction as seamless as possible. When he's not coordinating showings and supporting the Modern team, Matt is likely at one of Boston's music venues or dog parks with his co-pilot, Roxy.
Josh Konoff, Agent
A New England native, Josh is a BU graduate and since 2008 has lived in Allston, Brighton, and Brookline. Josh founded and ran bostonvolunteer.org which between 2010-2018 was one of Boston's biggest nonprofits. Josh enjoys hiking in Vermont and New Hampshire, reading, and exploring the city with his wife and fellow BU graduate, Autumn. Working almost entirely with referrals, Josh specializes in Allston/Brighton and Brookline. Email Josh to get started on your search: [email protected].Kerry Lechert, Agent
Born and raised in Massachusetts, Kerry's journey into real estate began when she was an Uber driver in Boston, and found herself frequently chauffeuring real estate agents to and from showings. Intrigued by the energy and pace of the industry, she took the leap! Kerry became an agent in 2021 and hasn't looked back since. She loves helping clients discover new neighborhoods and find spaces that truly fit their needs.
When she's not showing homes, Kerry enjoys shopping around the Prudential Center, visiting the harbor and aquarium, or taking her daughter to the Franklin Park Zoo. She's also a fan of live concerts and exploring everything Greater Boston has to offer.
David Virr, Agent
Originally from New Hampshire, David moved to Boston for college and never left — and with good reason. Over the years, he's called neighborhoods like Somerville, Cambridge, Mission Hill, Allston, Brighton, and Coolidge Corner home. That personal experience gives him deep insight into the city's ever-changing real estate landscape and a strong connection to its people.
Outside of real estate, you can catch David at Boston's many music and film festivals — from Porchfest to Boston Calling — or unwinding at The Druid in Inman Square, Delux Café in the South End, or Brookline Booksmith.
Lea Ou, Agent
Originally from New Hampshire, David moved to Boston for college and never left — and with good reason. Over the years, he's called neighborhoods like Somerville, Cambridge, Mission Hill, Allston, Brighton, and Coolidge Corner home. That personal experience gives him deep insight into the city's ever-changing real estate landscape and a strong connection to its people.
Outside of real estate, you can catch David at Boston's many music and film festivals — from Porchfest to Boston Calling — or unwinding at The Druid in Inman Square, Delux Café in the South End, or Brookline Booksmith.
Lea Ou, Agent
Lea hails from the Guangdong Province of China, and is a proud Boston University graduate. After moving here for school in 2018, I moved to Boston in 2018 for school, and after falling in love with the city's character, culture, and neighborhoods, I've called it home ever since. She loves helping renters and buyers find a place that not only fits their needs but also supports their lifestyle — whether it's being close to Newbury Street for shopping or near a favorite hangout like Blossom Bar or Wusong Road. Outside of real estate, Lea enjoys traveling and seasonal activities like summer fruit picking.Lea hails from ___, China, and is a proud Boston University graduate. After moving here for school in 2021 she fell in love with the city's character, culture, and neighborhoods, and has called it home ever since. She loves helping renters and buyers find a place that not only fits their needs but also supports their lifestyle — whether it's being close to Newbury Street for shopping or near a favorite hangout like Blossom Bar or Wusong Road. Outside of real estate, Lea enjoys traveling and seasonal activities like summer fruit picking.
Roxy, Head of Barketing
Roxy specializes in welcoming clients with tail wags and boosting office morale. A rescue pup from Tennessee, she ensures every meeting is a little bit brighter. When she's not supervising the team or pretending to bite their shoelaces, Roxy can be found lounging in sunny office spots or accompanying her human, Matt, on neighborhood walks to scout the best dog-friendly properties.