Wichita’s J.P. Weigand selling residential real estate division to local competitor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty is acquiring the residential division of J.P. Weigand & Sons, according to an internal memo that local Berkshire Hathaway president Patty Sanders sent to staff on Monday afternoon.

“With this acquisition, we further solidify our position as THE recognized market leader in Kansas, combining two great legacies with a shared commitment to excellence, service, and agent success,” Sanders wrote in the memo obtained by The Eagle.

The local Berkshire Hathaway group will add Weigand’s residential agents in Wichita as well as in offices in McPherson, Hutchinson and Belle Plaine, the memo said.

Neither Sanders nor Weigand President Kevin Dreiling immediately returned calls on Monday afternoon about the sale.

The Eagle also obtained a memo sent to staff by Nestor Weigand III, chairman of the board of J.P. Weigand & Sons. It said that Weigand Residential “will be joining forces and become a part of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty.”

“This marks a new chapter, one filled with opportunity, growth and the strength of a national brand that is deeply respected in the industry,” the memo read.

It said that J.P. Weigand’s commercial division would continue to operate independently under the Weigand name.

Former Weigand President and CEO Nestor Weigand — the founder’s grandson — died in November 2023. He had joined the residential division of the business in 1961.

Nestor Weigand III’s memo thanked staff members for everything they had done for the company.

“My Dad was so very grateful for his shared history with you and he would be so excited for this new union and the story each of you has left to write,” the memo read. “No doubt, he’ll be watching with pride.”

Berkshire Hathaway is a residential real estate leader in Kansas. It has six offices and more than 350 sales people in the state, according to its website.

“This is an incredible milestone for our company and a powerful step forward as we strengthen our brand recognition and continue to grow our market presence with quality agents across our footprint,” Sanders’ memo read.

Weigand, which was established in Wichita in 1902, was considered Wichita’s largest residential and commercial real estate firm a decade ago. It suffered a number of high-profile defections beginning in 2019, when former Weigand vice president and general manager Richelle Knotts left the agency and started ReeceNichols South Central Kansas.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

This story was originally published May 12, 2025 at 6:35 PM.