We’re looking for legendary leaders.
Yes, you read that right. Our mission is to be legendary and that means we are looking for real estate agents (like you!) who are ready to be legendary CEO’s of their real estate business.
See what our FOREVER agents have to say.
St. Petersburg Office
Blue Waters Team
“Keep going till you get it right. Practice makes nearly perfect.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2015
Success Story
Have grown their managed property portfolio to over 100 homes
Favorite Tool
Dotloop, Cabernet Corner & PropertyWare
Hometown
Favorite Local Hotspot
The St. Pete Pier
Hobbies
Politics, history, gardening & being outdoors
Q & A with the Blue Waters Team
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
25
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
The excitement in helping others find a home to lease or purchase, along with the smile that accompanies it.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
We worked with two customers with disabilities, a deaf husband and wife. I’ve never cried at a closing before, but did at this one! They were so appreciative during the entire process and we’ve become friends. They call upon us frequently to help with repairs, viewing documents, and more.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Enroll in our company’s classes, especially for Dotloop, Buyside, Cabernet Corner, and more. Keep going back. Know your marketplace, go to open houses, use your manners, and listen quietly.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Network…internally and outside the company and your sphere of influence. Go back to the basics.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
The brand is very well known for professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
First, Dotloop because it’s great for record keeping and digital signatures. We use it to keep track of rentals as well. Second, Cabernet Corner for our database, training, and so much more. We use it for keeping track of what cards we mail too. Last, our PropertyWare software for Asset Managers. Honestly, there’s too much to list!
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
It follows our ideals: excellence, teamwork, passion, and integrity.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
The educational classes assisting us to correctly utilize the tools provided. Keeps you going till you get it right. Practice makes nearly perfect.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
It’s very well known for its professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
We love the teamwork… calling upon colleagues for information and assistance.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
The giving back. Helping others with a hand up. The Sunshine Kids have a special spot. The exhausted smiles at the end of the day of the annual Orlando trip. The kids simply being themselves for a week. We are so fortunate to take part.
South Tampa Office
Dana Parker
“Proven Processes at Florida Properties Group have allowed me to easily transition from the corporate world into the world of residential real estate sales. ”
FOREVER Agent Since
2019
Success Story
Closing $14M+ in volume annually
Favorite Tool
MADI – It’s a very user-friendly Florida Properties Group specific Marketing Tool!
Hometown
Jackson, New Jersey
Favorite Local Hotspot
Riverwalk – There are so many things to do, see, eat and drink 😉
Hobbies
Walks (used to be runs) on Bayshore Boulevard and Riverwalk
Q & A with Dana
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
3
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
The moment your buyers find ‘The One’.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
With my very 1st clients/friends; I was showing a home in a lovely community in St Petersburg, FL. I walked inside ahead of the buyers; they heard me gasp in the dining room. To our surprise, was a large crate with 2 pigs, yes live pigs, snorting at us. This is 1st and only time I’ve encountered (live) pigs during a showing.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Take the time to set up you Sphere of Influence, keep it updated and tap into it.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Be consistent.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
Proven Processes – I’ve easily been able to transition from the corporate world into the world of residential real estate sales.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
1. MADI – It’s a very user friendly Florida Properties Group specific Marketing Tool
2. BMA (Buyers Marketing Analysis) – It’s an easy quick look at a home’s value area activity
3. Property Search – I like the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and my branding when sharing properties
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
The culture is great! The agents, leadership and support teams are open, helpful and respectful of one another.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
My Market President, Guy Elazar is ALWAYS available to assist and advise. Casey Bryan, Allen Crumbley and Dewey Mitchell are very genuine and very involved in your success and growth.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
BHU – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices University the intial training with Erik Kaukonen and access to training in Cab Corner is terrific!
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The global recognition, reputation and credibility of The Berkshire Hathaway Brand contributes to my buyers and sellers confidence me, our company in their transactions.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
The integrity and teamwork of Florida Properties Group is Top Notch!
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
Lakeland Office
Andrew Fearn
“Every day is different, there’s always a new challenge.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2014
Success Story
Annual volume has almost doubled since joining our company
Favorite Tool
Buyside
Hometown
Blackpool, England
Favorite Local Hotspot
M. BIRD at Armature Works
Hobbies
Golf, soccer, and the gym
Q & A with Andrew
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
6
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
Every day is different, there’s always a new challenge.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
I helped an elderly couple sell their home in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. The wife was overwhelmed since she had to pack up all on her own because her husband had just had a stroke and she had also lost her son earlier that year. I helped her find movers, cleaners, and also a smooth closing. To see her relief as she left for Michigan to be close to her family was a satisfying thing.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Learn as much as you can as fast as you can. Also don’t lose faith. Sometimes it takes a while to get your first closing. Do the basics and do them consistently.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Look in to more lead generation tactics and grow a team.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
There’s an endless amount of tools and support to grow my business.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the favorites and why?
Definitely Buyside. Also, our relocation services really helped me boost my business and added to my sphere of influence.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
Everyone in the office is friendly and helps each other out.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
Everyone from the top of the company down to the market president is just a call away. My market president has been my broker from my first day and is always there for advice.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
The availability of training. Love our local Capstone Title representative too!
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
Name recognition. Seems there are millions of Keller Williams agents but our agents seem to stand out much more.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
We have a great team in Lakeland that are always offering advice and sharing contacts. Everyone I work with always does the right thing.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
Our school drives and last year’s Cabernet Sleigh was awesome. I also like when we help out the smaller groups and companies in need. Feels like we make a more noticeable impact.
Carla Goddard
“My passion is assisting others – real estate not only assists others but changes lives.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2017
Success Story
Doubled units sold in 1 year
Favorite Tool
Agent Ambassadors
Hometown
Belmont Corners, ME
Favorite Local Hotspot
Moose Social Quarters
Hobbies
Proud Moose Member, NASCAR, cruising in one of our cars
Q & A with Carla
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
3
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
My passion is assisting others – real estate not only assists others but changes lives.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
I was privileged to be the witness to a young man hitting one knee to ask a beautiful young lady to be his wife while I was writing the offer on the home they ended up purchasing.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Being a newer agent, the two things that changed my trajectory are education and mentorship.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Think outside the box. Don’t be afraid to try something new and see what happens. Never be without a mentor or coach – they will hold you accountable to your own values and goals.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
The synergy between the agents in our office is by far more than cooperating professionals – it is a teamwork with a passion to help others beyond measure.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
Our Agent Ambassadors are life savers! Whether it is assisting with documentation, contract administration, or coordination with our customers they are always there with smiles and helping hearts. Berkshire Hathaway University and Erik Kaukonen, our Training Director are amazing. Long after the BHU experience Erik is there to answer questions, help find solutions, and walk you thru the world of technology tools we have. The New Home Specialist training on new homes in our market is spectacular. The buyer training, the objection handling, and the learning the process of how a home is actually built is bar none the best in the industry.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
After 25 years of being in an avocation of ministry, the culture of teamwork with a passion of helping others while maintaining integrity is in alignment with my core belief system.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
The leadership in our office from team leader to our broker is knowledgeable but the mindset, the positivity, and the enthusiasm they share is contagious.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Education and support staff is outstanding. The opportunity to always be learning, growing is abundant in this ever changing world of real estate. Knowing there is a support team behind you is peace of mind allowing me to focus on the customer not tools.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
I love the far reaching footprint of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices brand. It allows me to have a referral network globally, not only 20 minutes away.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
Having been in ministry for two decades, I wanted to work for a company that it was a passionate avocation to help others, to provide a level above in customer service, and to have integrity while doing it. I joined the Florida Properties Group team because of the core values and now know they are not just words but a way business is done.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
I have spent many years in community service. Knowing that my company also has the same commitment to community service is just who WE are in each agents soul.
Lakeland Office
Matt Harold
“Follow up is key. Don’t give up too early.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2019
Success Story
Managed multiple homes and closed 3 additional units
Favorite Tool
Access to my Market President
Hometown
Lakeland, FL
Favorite Local Hotspot
Home with my family
Hobbies
Skateboarding, golf, water-sports, landscaping, and volunteering
Q & A with Matt
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
1
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
The challenges!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
“The path to success is peppered with land mines.” Follow up is key. Don’t give up too early.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
You have to change your mind set when you want to gain access to the next level of income or status. Hire someone and multiply all your previous actions by at least 10X.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
Customers respect the name greatly. I am proud to be a part of this group.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
1 – 100% Access to my office’s Market President. 2 – Our Agent Ambassadors. 3 – The technology.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
All employees are easily accessible.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Everything!
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The reputation means everything.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
That it is genuine.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
LOVE IT.
Kendra Wilson
“The brand is known for professionalism and quality. I have always conducted business in this manner in many different industries, so this was a great match for me.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2016
Success Story
Started as a new agent now closing over $10M in volume
Favorite Tool
Percy AI (Formerly Buyside)
Hometown
Nashville, TN
Favorite Local Hotspot
My home
Hobbies
Spending time with my daughter, volunteering at my church, and laughing uncontrollably with my friends
Q & A with Kendra
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
4
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
I enjoy making the home purchase or selling process seamless for my clients.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
My very first listing… My client made it extremely clear that she has previously SOLD her own homes in 6 days or less. I got it SOLD in 3 days!!! She had me nervous and scared, but she pushed me to step up and get the job done.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Learn as much as you can about the industry. Go to trainings, conduct Open Houses to gain customers, and make sure to tell EVERYONE what you do for a living.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who who wants to expand their business?
Take RISKS. Stay connected with technology, and connect with past clients.
Q. Has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
The BRAND is known for professionalism and quality. I have always conducted business in this manner in many different industries, so this was a great match for me.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
Our Buyside BMA gives instant market value and lets clients know home many people we have in the system looking for a home like theirs. Our company leads are great when you have slow periods. Our relocation team makes the ability to send and receive referrals very easy.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
The technology and tools are amazing.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
I can always call or text my broker and get a response.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Training is awesome. I knew nothing about real estate and feel I gained a lot of knowledge by going through initial and continuous training from the company.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The name recognition and reputation matter.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
Integrity is CRITICAL to me…that is the core of everything that I do.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
Every company should give back. Florida Properties Group does a great job at giving back to the community.
Lakeland Office
Stephanie Mayo
“There is always someone to reach out to for guidance, no matter what the issue is.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2015
Success Story
Increased annual sales volume by $2M
Favorite Tool
Buyside
Hometown
Favorite Local Hotspot
Wherever my friends are!
Hobbies
Spending time with friends and family, playing pool, scrolling the MLS for homes built before 1920
Q & A with Stephanie
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Carrollwood Office
Kim Cash & Jordan Cash
“This was my first Brokerage and will be my last! The community upbringing that this comapny has offered is unmatched. Cutting edge marketing pieces, endless training, always evolving to meet what the market demands and a genuine desire to help us achieve our goals all while being locally owned with the owners always being ‘boots on the ground’ …literally!”
FOREVER Agent Since
2005
Success Story
Closing $13M+ in volume annually
Favorite Tool
Ongoing training – CEO Mastery sessions, Road Show, etc. makes me a better agent understanding this ever evolving business and all the knowledge I need to be relevant in it!
Hometown
Odessa, FL
Favorite Local Hotspot
Armature Works! I can dress up for a night out or wear shorts depending on my plans! There are always fun things to see, eat and experience!
Hobbies
Traveling, cycling and going to the beach!
Q & A with Kim
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
24
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
I’m in charge of my success, my days off & my hours. I’m in business for myself, but not by myself!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Find the brokerage who doesn’t just want you to hang your license but wants to give you every tool, training and powerful brand support that you need to reach every single one of your goals!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Where have you been? We have been waiting for you! Let me show you all of the facets of our company that can launch you to and exceed all your career expectations!
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
This was my first Brokerage and will be my last! The community “upbringing” that BHHS has offered is unmatched. Cutting edge marketing pieces, endless training, always evolving to meet what the market demands and a genuine desire to help us achieve our goals all while being locally owned with the owners always being “boots on the ground”….literally!
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
Ongoing training – CEO Mastery sessions, Road Show, etc. makes me a better agent understanding this ever evolving business and all the knowledge I need to be relevant in it!
Our printed Marketing pieces – I’m old school. I want to hold it, smell it and turn the page. This company provides me the highest quality marketing materials that reflect my level of success.
Our Core Services – having Title & Mortgage in our office has offered me a landing place for all my clients, my questions and my support needed to be the best!
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
All though we are GLOBAL, I love the feeling of family. We are all in this together and I think the company hears us!
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
They are APPROACHABLE! What company has a President and owners that pop in from time to time, hug your neck, share a doughnut and a laugh, then ask hows the family doing….and KNOWS my family’s names!!!
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Having title & mortgage in our office is invaluable! Even if they are not part of the deal they will review documents for me, give me guidance and help me feel so well rounded in my knowledge.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The recognition of the brand and the integrity which stands behind it.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
These 4 items have been an important basic value statement in my mindset. When you keep that Ninja mindset, this isn’t a business….it’s a SERVICE!
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
Giving back to the community is so important. It’s a connection to the people we serve and the needs of those who need some extra support.
Carrollwood Office
Tammy Waugh
“The overall feeling of our company culture is amazing. I feel well taken care of and that my voice is heard.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2005
Success Story
Closing 30 additional units per year
Favorite Tool
Luxury marketing
Hometown
Tampa, FL
Favorite Local Hotspot
Ulele
Hobbies
Running and going to the beach
Q & A with Tammy
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
25
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
Truly helping people find their dream homes and helping families to be settled in Tampa. I absolutely LOVE Tampa and selling Tampa!
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
I work with so many people, but one memory that sticks out was when I was working with an ER doctor in Lakeland. He worked the night shift but would drive his daughter around during the day as a baby so she would sleep. I want to make sure I go the extra mile for my customers just as they go the extra mile for their family.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Always keep your focus on the customer, not on the income. You have to be willing to commit and work 100% of the time. This is the hardest job anyone will ever have. It’s a job, not a hobby. You are running your own business. You have to know everything. It’s YOUR business.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
You need accountability and ask for help if you need it! Don’t ever think you’re bigger than anyone else. Be humble.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
The brand Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is amazing, from the tools to the pure professionalism. I’ve listed homes from people that truly love the brand so much and it’s been extremely beneficial. The tools that are offered at Florida Properties Group are fantastic and the menu of those tools for new agents to choose from is far beyond what I’ve seen anyone else offer.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top” and why?
The Luxury Marketing that’s offered at Florida Properties Group is so professional and chic. All of the marketing materials and the global syndication to well-known websites such as WSJ.com. MansionGlobal.com and Juwai are wonderful additions to my current marketing and always lead to a sale.
The Just Listed postcard program is something I love and my customers love. It’s so easy to use, which helps me out with all of the other marketing items on my list.
The Adwerx digital retargeting advertising program is another feature both my customers and I enjoy. It’s such a huge benefit and another way for me to market their home to sell quicker and for top dollar. The analytics that are automatically sent out always impress my sellers.
As mentioned before, I LOVE TAMPA! And because I love to sell Tampa, the Relocation Guide our marketing department put together is a must on my list of favorites. I love to send this to people looking to move to the area because it’s a great representation of what the city I love and all of the surrounding areas have to offer.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
The overall feeling of our company culture is amazing. I absolutely love the “open door policy” I have with anyone and everyone in the company. I feel well taken care of and that my voice is heard.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
Allen and Dewey, the local owners, are available. That’s something you don’t always see in the real estate industry.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Everyone who is a part of our Core Services is so hands on, always available, and they do anything and everything they can do for everybody within reason. They know how I work and what I expect. They’re good to me and get my deals closed, which makes my customers happy! Everyone in Capstone Title, Capstone Insurance, and Preferred Lending Services are so good and positive with my customers, which is an amazing reflection of me.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The national appeal with Warren Buffet is a positive one that goes a long way. Warren didn’t start making his millions until he turned 60 – so that means I’m right on target!
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
Everything is created to work together and move my business forward. The marketing materials make me look so good. The core services help her customer service more than anything because it ties all of the loose ends together. Any and every purchase or sale truly takes teamwork – it’s a team effect. For example, if there’s a permit that needs to be picked up, I will get it taken care of so the deal can keep moving forward.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
I live my life by giving. My grandmother always taught me if you give and help others then you will be rewarded. Our commitment to philanthropy is something that I love and I’m always willing to help others.
South Tampa Office
Ashley Nadeau
“I would say Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group has contributed to my success by the community aspect and my brokers’ attention to each individual to push us to what we’re capable of.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2021
Success Story
Ashley started her career with us back in May 2021 and in her first 12 months her sold volume exceeded $6 million dollars.
Favorite Tool
I use our pre-listing tools every single time I have a listing presentation. We have tons of information to create a successful listing.
Hometown
Syracuse, NY
Favorite Local Hotspot
I’m a sucker for a great local coffee shop. I live in South Tampa and Buddy Brew is one of my favorites.
Hobbies
I am a former College Basketball Athlete!
Q & A with Ashley
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
1
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
My favorite thing would have to be the relationships you build with people from all around the world.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
I represented the buyer on this specific transaction. She was hispanic decent and the day of closing was such a huge accomplishment for her. As she was signing her life away with all the documents, one of the documents had her moms name and past last names. She hasn’t came across that name since she used to live in Peru at a young age. Tears came strolling down her face, and my client said “this is an accomplishment I never thought I would obtain. I am the first in my family to do this.” Truly an amazing moment!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Everyone’s pace is different. Don’t put your head down, or throw in the towel if you don’t see results right away. The grind and the end result is far more worth it. Don’t be afraid to be UNCOMFORTABLE.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Never forget where you came from and how you started always stick to the basics at the end of the day.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
I would say BHHS has contributed to my success by the community aspect and my brokers attention to each individual to push us to what we’re capable of.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
Listing information: I use our pre-listing tools every single time I have a listing presentation. We have tons of information to create a successful listing.
Marketing Material: So many amazing pieces to choose from when creating social media posts.
CRM: Our database CRM is very easy to navigate and I input all my clients (past, current and future into categories) The email campaigns are my FAVORITE.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
How much we strive on building relationships and who we are as a brand.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
Level of support, availability, knowledge, helpfulness… All the above!!!!!!
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
Our CORE services, Title & Mortgage.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
Our reputation
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
Teamwork, integrity, passion and excellence. I resonate with all of the above.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
It’s so important to give back to our communities. Every single thing that we as a company contribute to and organize is special in its own way.
Countryside Office
Arlie Spicer
“Our reputation is one of quality and a commitment to the client, which aligns with my values.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2019
Success Story
Increased annual sales volume by more than $2.5M in first full year with us
Favorite Tool
Training programs
Hometown
Alexandria, KY
Favorite Local Hotspot
Safety Harbor
Hobbies
Refinishing furniture and working on home improvement projects
Q & A with Arlie
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
1
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
Helping others and delivering exceptional service.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
Selling my first home, on the first showing for over list price and gaining the confidence that reinforced that I had made the right career choice.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
Love what you do and always put the client first.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
Be willing to step out of your comfort zone and ask others for help.
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
Florida Properties Group provides exceptional training along with state of the art tools.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
BHHS provides extensive training programs with access to endless resources which allows me to be an expert. Dotloop simplifies the contract process, making it easy for the client and realtor. Lastly, ACE brings me complete formatted materials making it easy to market myself and my listings.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
The level of community giveback is very impressive and heartfelt, but not high pressured as I have experienced in other companies.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
Visibility of the leadership team, whether it’s a daily leadership communication or Facebook Groups.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
I love the level of support. Our admin team is always there when I need them. Also, the support I get from my colleagues is exceptional, they provide that direction when I lack the experience and knowledge ensuring I am taking great care of the client.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
Our reputation is one of quality and a commitment to the client, which aligns with my values.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
Teamwork, as a less experienced agent, the support has far exceeded my expectations. I am never alone, the support is a phone call, text or email away.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
Giving back shows the community we care!
Lisa Terrell
“This business takes a little time to develop. It does not happen overnight.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2017
Success Story
More than doubled units and volume in 2 years
Favorite Tool
Just Listed postcards
Hometown
Sebring, FL
Favorite Local Hotspot
Our local Chili’s
Hobbies
Working out, riding bikes, having a few cocktails on Friday night
Q & A with Lisa
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
3
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
I love working with buyers and sellers and providing the highest level of professionalism.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
A buyer asked me to send a note to a property that she loves that was not on the market. I thought it was a compete waste of my time. The sellers called me a month after the letter and said they wanted to sell due to health reasons. Closed on it in August!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
This business takes a little time to develop. It does not happen overnight. Do as many open houses as you can. Have someone mentor you.
Q. Has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
Absolutely!
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
Postcards after a listing, sellers really like it. Open House Showcase offers great exposure and advertising for the sellers. Our CORE Services like Title and Mortgage are very convenient for clients as well as me.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
The thing I like the most is the company is a leader in technology services.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
Always there for me. Our broker / Market President is the best. She works her butt off for all of us.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
I love all of it!
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
The name recognition and reputation make a difference.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
My core values are the same. Communication is key, passion, and integrity.
South Tampa Office
Amber Lewis
“Berkshire Hathaway is an internationally recognized and well-respected brand. I’ve had customers reach out to me because they have previously had great experiences with the brand and want to work with a Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices agent.”
FOREVER Agent Since
2019
Success Story
Amber has increased her closed volume by 80% within 12 months and built a team of professionals to help serve our ourcommunity.
Favorite Tool
Marketing Materials
Hometown
Owings Mills, MD
Favorite Local Hotspot
Midtown, Tampa Riverwalk, The Columbia Cafe. I love the walkability and being able to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere at these places!
Hobbies
Dancing, Networking, spending time with my family and friends!
Q & A with Amber
Q. How many years of real estate experience do you have?
3
Q. What’s your favorite thing about working in real estate?
I love being able to connect with customers and help them step by step through the process of buying or selling their home. For those relocating to Tampa Bay, I enjoy sharing resources and referrals, and places to explore and visit, to help them with their transition in moving to a new city and falling in love with it! I also enjoy the unlimited growth and potential as a Realtor and within the industry.
Q. Will you share a favorite or memorable experience with a customer?
I’ve had the opportunity to help a few families purchase homes in South Tampa while they made a cross-country move. They happened to have children around the same age as mine, so I was able to share my referrals and resources regarding childcare, adult and pediatric doctors, parks, playgrounds, children’s activities and introduce them to my friends, other clients who have also recently relocated, and some of their new neighbors, to help them settle in and feel a sense of connection and community. Its been so much fun to become friends and watch our children do the same!
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an agent who is brand new to the industry?
I would advise a new agent to have an abundance mindset. There is plenty of business out there for everyone! Be grateful and appreciative of everything you have in life and what you are able to provide to others. I would suggest getting involved in your community, volunteering, and meeting new people. Networking and putting yourself out in the community will provide future opportunities as a Realtor.
Q. What’s the best advice you have for an experienced agent who wants to expand their business?
There are unlimited opportunities within Real Estate. Organize your goals and a business plan to obtain those goals, then put it into action. Make sure at the end of the day, your list of items that must be completed the following day is written down and organized. Also, always continue to learn in order to grow!
Q. How has being associated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group contributed to your success?
Berkshire Hathaway is an internationally recognized and well-respected brand. I’ve had customers reach out to me because they have previously had great experiences with the brand and want to work with a BHHS agent. Our relocation and referral department has built amazing connections with businesses, recruiters and other BHHS brokerages, and offers additional opportunities to work with new customers.
Q. Out of all the tools and services we provide, in your opinion which would you list as the “Top 3” and why?
1. Access to a full-time managing broker, assigned specifically to my office. Having a person as a knowledgable resource, who will hold you accountable for reaching your goals is huge!
2. The marketing department is always coming out with new resources and ideas for creative marketing. They send reminders and campaigns to make it simple for Realtors to promote themselves.
3. Our online resource center houses so many important resources and documents that we are given access to as agents. I like using the buyer and seller checklists, which help ensure that no details are overlooked during the process first contact with a customer to following up after the closing.
Q. How do you feel about our company culture?
I love the office environment and company culture as a whole. Through office meetings, holiday celebrations and social events, I was easily able to meet and get to know all of the agents in my office. There is a sense of camaraderie, willingness to help one another and an abundance mindset, which is so important within this industry. BHHSFLPG hosts training events throughout the year and mastermind groups, which rotate to different offices, so there are opportunities to get to know and network with agents in the other offices. I love that the company puts on a local conference and holiday celebration every year to bring all of the offices together in a fun environment.
Q. What do you love most about our leadership team?
The leadership team is approachable and truly wants the best for their Realtors and to see them succeed. They are open to feedback and implement solutions to help make processes and resources readily available. I was welcomed to BHHS with a phone call from one of the owners. They are in the business day to day and can easily be reached and often seen in the different offices.
Q. What do you love most about our in-house services?
I really appreciate the staff and support that is offered. They are friendly and also there to help find solutions and continuously educate us.
Q. How has being affiliated with the Berkshire Hathaway brand impacted your business?
I love that Berkshire Hathaway is an internationally recognized and well-respected brand. Being educated and ethical agents is important to the company and part of its reputation.
Q. How do you feel about our company’s core values and approach to customer service?
I enjoy seeing and experiencing the passion that is evident from the leadership team, brokers and Realtors alike within the organization.
Q. What do you love most about our commitment to philanthropy?
I love how many opportunities there are within the company and individual offices to get involved and give back to the community through fundraisers and hands-on experiences.
Warren Buffett
chairman and CEO, Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
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