The National Association of REALTORS® and Greater Tampa REALTORS® have worked hard to keep REALTOR® Safety first and foremost in everyone’s minds. But what about your clients? They, too, can face danger when allowing strangers into their homes or visiting other properties.
Share this valuable advice with everyone, and you’ll help them learn to protect themselves against crime:
• Remind your clients that strangers will be walking through their home during showings or open houses. Advise them to hide any valuables in a safe place. For security, remember to remove keys, credit cards, jewelry, crystal, furs and other valuables from the home or lock them away during showings. Also remove prescription drugs.
• Don't leave personal information like mail or bills out in the open where anyone can see it. Be sure to lock down your computer and lock up your laptop and any other expensive, easy-to-pocket electronics, like iPads, before your showing.
• Tell your clients not to show their home by themselves. Inform them that not all agents, buyers and sellers are who they say they are. Predators come in all shapes and sizes. We tell our children not to talk to strangers. Tell your sellers not to talk to other agents or buyers, and to refer all inquiries to you.
• Instruct your clients that they are responsible for their pets. If possible, animals should be removed during showings. Make clients aware that buyers and agents are sometimes attacked, and the owner will be held liable.
• At an open house, be alert to the pattern of visitors’ arrivals, especially near the end of showing hours. In some areas, a group of thieves will show up together near the end of the open house and, while a string of
“potential buyers” distracts the agent, the rest of the group walks through the house, stealing any valuables they come across.
• Finally, when you leave a client’s property, whether after an open house or a standard showing, make sure that all doors and windows are locked. Thieves commonly use open houses to scout for valuables and possible points of entry, then return after the agent leaves.
• Let your clients know that you will take all of the above safety precautions, but that when they return home, they should immediately verify that all doors are locked and all valuables accounted for.
Taking steps to protect you and your client's safety is worth the cost of a little extra time and effort.
If you do ever experience a situation that makes you feel unsafe, don’t hesitate to call for help. If you are in a lifethreatening situation, call 9-1-1 and please inform the association as soon as possible. Contact Sara Parsons at GTR by calling 813-879-7010.
We care about the safety of our members as well as the safety of our clients and colleagues. Please use September and every month to remind yourself of all the ways you can stay safe now and throughout the year.
RUTH BRYSON 2022 President Greater Tampa REALTORS®
President: Ruth Bryson
President-Elect: Jay Quigley
Vice President: Adam Grenville
Treasurer: Annette Newkirk
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luncheon, REALTOR® A described to those at the table an old house in a commercial area which was open listed with him and invited the others to cooperate with him in selling the property. REALTORS® X and Y said they also had the property open listed but had found very little interest in it. REALTOR® B made no comment, but feeling he could find a buyer for it, went to the owner and discussed the advantages of an exclusive listing. The owner was persuaded and signed an exclusive listing agreement with REALTOR® B, telling him at the time that he had listed the property on an “open” basis for 30 more days with REALTORS® A, X, and Y. REALTOR® B’s comment was, “Just don’t renew those open listings when they expire.”
A few days later, REALTOR® A brought the owner a signed offer to purchase the property at the asking price. The owner told REALTOR® A that he now had the property exclusively listed with REALTOR® B, and asked him to submit the offer through REALTOR® B. Before REALTOR® A could contact REALTOR® B, REALTOR® B had taken another offer to purchase the property at the asking price to the owner. Confronted with two identical offers, the owner found both REALTOR® A and REALTOR® B expected full commissions for performance under their respective existing listing agreements. The owner filed an ethics complaint with the Board of REALTORS® alleging violations of Article 1 of the Code
of Ethics because of the difficult position he had been placed in by REALTOR® A and REALTOR® B. The owner alleged neither of them had warned him that he might be liable for payment of more than one commission.
A hearing before a panel of the Board’s Professional Standards Committee established the facts to be as outlined above. In reviewing the actions of REALTOR® A, the Hearing Panel found that he was not at fault; that he had performed as requested under his listing agreement. On the other hand, it was the conclusion of the Hearing Panel that REALTOR® B had violated Article 1 by failing to advise the owner of his potential commission obligation to the other listing brokers when the client told him other listing agreements were in force.
The Hearing Panel pointed out that because of REALTOR® B’s omission his client, through no fault of his own, may have incurred legal liability to pay two commissions; that REALTOR® B should have advised the owner of his potential liability for multiple commissions; and that by not doing so REALTOR® B had failed to protect his client’s interests as required by Article 1.
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Q: I represent an investor who is selling a home. He tells me that since he’s never lived in the property, he isn’t required to provide the buyer with a seller property disclosure statement. Is this true?
A: Yes and no. A seller isn’t required to fill out a seller’s disclosure statement regardless of whether the seller occupied the property or not. However, pursuant to the Florida Supreme Court case Johnson vs. Davis, a seller is required to disclose known facts that materially affect the value of the property that are not known and readily observable to the buyer. That disclosure requirement exists whether the seller occupied the property or not.
Q: Is it possible to run my brokerage from my home?
A: Under Section 61J2-10.022, Florida Administrative Code, the required office can be in a residential location if it doesn’t violate local zoning ordinances. However, minimum office requirements and brokers’ signage requirements must still be met. If this type of office interests you, be certain to check with the homeowners’ association or condominium association.
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Safety should come as the highest priority in our day-to-day operations as REALTORS® and independent business owners. Many times in our everyday business practices, we find ourselves meeting new clients (strangers) from online requests, showing vacant homes and driving to remote areas. Our personal information and our everyday activities are shared through social media. Although all of these may be common standards, it’s important to consider how to keep ourselves, customer, and families safe.
Here are some practices that I incorporate into my business:
• Collecting driver’s licenses from prospective customers that I have no prior relationship with nor have met in person before. If I request this and a person refuses, I believe it’s a red flag and I will not meet them.
• Providing the property and contact information for the people I am showing to a family member or colleague and letting them know once I safely depart my appointment. This means I am out of the property and within my car.
• Knocking loudly and announcing myself before entering any properties.
• Remaining near an exit at an open house to not trap myself in a room with parties visiting the open house.
• Sharing my cell phone location continuously with family, friends or colleagues.
• Strategically parking at a property to ensure my vehicle cannot easily be blocked in.
• Being mindful of posting my location on social media, especially when somewhere by myself. Lastly, always trust your “gut”. Instincts are everything. If something doesn’t feel right, listen to that. Bring someone with you or cancel the appointment.
What are some safety tips that you use in your business? Post them to Facebook and tag us and we’ll share them on our YPN Social Media pages!
I also want to take the time to thank everyone who came out to the 2022 GTR Young Professionals Network Blue Party. It was great to see everyone again and I am glad we were able to support Everyday Blessings Inc.and their mission to provide high quality care for children and young adults in the foster care system in Tampa.
Ashley Christie (Flourish Real Estate) is a former GTR Board member and the 2022 YPN Ambassador.
For questions about
NAR’S REALTOR® SAFETY PROGRAM, contact safety@realtors.org
Meet new clients for the first time in your office and not at a property
Make copies of clients’ IDs so there’s a record of who you are working with
Host open houses with a fellow agent, instead of alone
Show new clients NAR’s award-winning video “Real Estate, Safety & You” to better educate them about the importance of REALTOR® safety
It’s been a remarkable year for the Tampa Bay real estate market as we continued to manage a pandemic, a searing housing market, new technology and novel ways of approaching business. You didn’t just persevere, you thrived. You also looked after each other, cared for your community and gave back to this great industry of ours.
And now it’s time once again to recognize those members who did those things on an extraordinary level and made a positive difference for all of us.
Nominations are open for the Greater Tampa REALTORS® annual awards, which will be presented at our annual Awards Luncheon.
Do you know someone who is deserving of an award? Members can submit nominees in the following categories. Nominations must be received on or before Friday, September 30, and can be submitted online at TampaRealtors.org/awards. Self-nominations are also welcome.
Nominations will be reviewed, and winners determined by members of the GTR Awards Taskforce.
This award is Greater Tampa REALTORS® highest honor and goes a member with at least 10 years of service to GTR and who exemplifies what it means to be a REALTOR®. They are active in the Association, the community and contribute generously of their time and talent. They volunteer because they know one person can make a difference. They are committed to excellence in their profession and service in their clubs, churches and communities. They are ongoing examples of the professionalism exemplified by the Code of Ethics to which they subscribe. This person is known to be honorable and respected throughout the real estate community.
The winner also will have a demonstrated commitment in the following:
• REALTOR® Spirit: Commitment to laws and regulations of the Association and the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics and is dedicated to furthering principles of good real estate practice among other real estate brokers, the media and the general public.
• Civic Affairs Activity: Examples include local and national level participation in civic and service clubs, charitable activities, political commissions or committees, fraternal or religious groups, etc.
• Business Accomplishments: Examples include public recognition of business conduct, service to clients, advertising programs, home rehabilitation work, etc.
• Local Association Activity: Examples are committee work, special assignments, seminar activity and educational work, membership and offices held in local institutes, societies and councils.
• State Association Activity: Examples are committee work, attendance and/or participation in community.) state convention, director’s meetings, educational conferences, institutes, societies.
• National Association Activity: Examples include committee work, membership and work in institutes, societies, councils, attendance at national conventions, director’s meetings, etc.
REALTOR® Community Service Award (C. Ed Owings Award)
Established in 1964 and named in honor of the late C. Ed Owings, 1961 President of the Association, this award is given to a REALTOR® who has performed outstanding service to the community for a minimum of three years.
Outstanding Leadership Award (Edward T. Starr Award)
Established in 1961 and named in honor of the late Edward T. Starr, 1959 President of the Association, this award is given to the Committee or Task Force Chair who exhibits outstanding leadership to the committee or task force for the current year. It defines the Chair’s leadership style to include time spent, efforts made, who benefited and why and any other specific details.
Distinguished Service Award (Vernon E. Taylor Award)
Established in 2018 and named in honor of the late Vernon E. Taylor, 2010 President of the Association, this award goes to the member with a sterling reputation among his or her peers and who has a minimum of 15 years of exemplary service to Greater Tampa REALTORS®. This REALTOR® has been a mentor to others, invests passionately and continually in RPAC, steps up when asked and has ethics above reproach. This person has served on or chaired committees and has dedicated their time, talent and energies for the betterment of our Association and its members. This award is someone all REALTORS® are proud to point out and say yes, that
person deserves The Distinguished Service award. (Former recipients of Meritorious Service are not eligible.)
This award honors a deserving REALTOR® with two years or less tenure in the real estate profession. You must indicate whether your nominated candidate practices real estate as a full- time profession (to the best of your knowledge) and the number of hours per week (on average) your nominated candidate works in the real estate profession. Criteria should include but is not limited to:
• Tenure as a REALTOR® (two years or less)
• Ethical practices
• Participation in Association activities (Examples include service on task forces, attending Great American REALTOR® Days and/or state conventions, investing in RPAC, writing an article for GTR’s magazine, attending GTR functions, working toward NAR designations, etc.)
• Active in community affairs (For example: service on committees and any volunteer work)
This award goes to a member who exemplifies the spirit and actions of making a difference for others in such activity as:
• Saving of human lives or alleviating of suffering
• Seeking to promote human welfare
• Performing charitable and philanthropic acts of kindness
This award is given to an Affiliate who has been a member of the Greater Tampa REALTORS® a minimum of three years (including year nominated). This company or person has been involved in events and activities in the Association (for example: New Member Orientation, educational sponsor, event sponsor, etc.).
Please don’t let a deserving member go unrecognized. Submit your nominees today at TampaRealtors.org/ awards. Deadline is September 30. We look forward to celebrating our award nominees and winners and recognizing their many achievements.
No member of the GTR Awards Taskforce is eligible for an award and current officers are not eligible for REALTOR® of the Year. You may email Grace Smith at grace@ tamparealtors.org if you have any questions about a member's eligibility.
Each year, September recognizes REALTOR® Safety Month by observing ways to improve the day-to-day risks agents face and allowing them to return safely to their own homes, each night. In 2021, there were over 11,000 reported victims of real estate cybercrime, according to the FBI’S Crime Compliant Center. These victims include agents, buyers, escrow firms, insurance agents, inspectors, title companies and more.
Here are tips you should always consider:
• Use the CITO rule (Come Into The Office). If the CITO rule cannot happen, choose to meet clients at a public area such as a coffee shop.
• In this day and age, finding details about a person is more accessible with social media. Do your due diligence and research all prospects prior to meeting them.
• Do not overshare on personal things such as exact location of residence, details about family/children, etc.
• Remain in communication with associates/ colleagues, friends and family.
• Defend your right to put safety first, there is nothing worth jeopardizing your safety.
• Consider self-defense courses to be prepared if ever placed in a situation where you need to defend yourself
• With the use of email phishing schemes, there is an illusion that they are from a reputable company, many unknowingly reveal details about their personal banking information including passwords and account numbers.
• Train agents on the importance of cybersecurity teaching red flags to look for. Make it a policy.
• Back information up daily or even hourly.
• Avoid using any unsecured, free Wi-Fi networks when reviewing private data or performing a transaction.
• Consider using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) that can help keep important data/ information private.
• Be aware of adware and malware and how to report issues.
REALTOR® safety statistics
the National Association of REALTORS®.
of REALTORS® said that they have personal safety protocols in place that they follow with every client.
of REALTORS® choose to carry self-defense weapons.
of REALTORS® have personal safety protocols in place that they follow with every client.
of REALTORS® said that they have participated in a self-defense class.
men carry a self-defense weapon or tool.
of REALTORS® most often reported feeling unsafe during a showing.
of women carry a self-defense weapon or tool.
of REALTORS® have attended a REALTOR® safety course in 2021.
of REALTORS® use a smartphone safety app to track whereabouts and alert colleagues in case of an emergency.
Greater Tampa REALTORS® (GTR) continues to add more value to your membership without raising your local dues. The invoice for your 2023 REALTOR® membership dues will be available on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, on your Member Portal. A $75 late fee is assessed for dues paid after Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 at 5 p.m.
National $150 - Member Dues
Goes toward national-level advocacy and programs, products and services. $35 - Public Awareness Fee Educate consumers of the value of REALTORS® through its national Consumer Advertising Campaign.
20%Local $120 - GTR Member Dues Goes toward local programs educational opportunities and member services.
State $116 - Member Dues Goes toward state-level advocacy and programs, products and services.
$30 - Issues Advocacy Fee State-level advocacy that impacts your bottom line.
International Membership
$25 - Voluntary Contribution
Goes toward education and tools, to conduct real estate transactions with foreign buyers and sellers.
RPAC $99 - Voluntary Investment
Impacts your bottom line through issues mobilization and direct support of local, state and federal candidates who support REALTORS®.
Single Family Homes
AUG 2022 AUG 2021 % Change
Closed Sales 1,548 2,070 -25.2%
Median Sale Price $418,000 $358,000 16.8%
Median % of Original List Price Received 98.9% 100.0% -1.1%
Median Time to Contract 12 Days 5 Days 140.0%
Inventory (Active Listings) 3,637 1,774 105.0%
Months Supply of Inventory
Townhouses/Condos
0.9 133.3%
AUG 2022 AUG 2021 % Change
Closed Sales 491 588 -16.5%
Median Sale Price $282,500 $230,500 22.6%
Median % of Original List Price Received 99.6% 100.0% -0.4%
Median Time to Contract 12 Days 6 Days 100.0%
Inventory (Active Listings) 888 370 140.0%
Months Supply of Inventory
Single Family Homes
0.6 183.3%
AUG 2022 AUG 2021 % Change
Closed Sales 3,902 4,851 -19.6%
Median Sale Price $403,995 $340,000 18.8%
Median % of Original List Price Received 98.4% 100.0% -1.6%
Median Time to Contract 13 Days 6 Days 116.7%
Inventory (Active Listings) 8,325 4,338 91.9%
Months Supply of Inventory
Townhouses/Condos
0.9 122.2%
AUG 2022 AUG 2021 % Change
Closed Sales 1,394 1,585 -12.1%
Median Sale Price $287,500 $225,000 27.8%
Median % of Original List Price Received 98.6% 100.0% -1.4%
Median Time to Contract 13 Days 7 Days 85.7%
Inventory (Active Listings) 2,538 1,282 98.0%
Months Supply of Inventory
0.8 112.5%
Mortgage 101: Guiding Your Customer Through the Mortgage Process - 3CE - IN PERSON
1 - 4 P.M.
This course reviews lender requirements - from check stubs to the newest Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure by the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.
iCE: Success Series: Understanding People - 2CELIVE STREAM
1 - 3 P.M.
This course teaches you practical, proven ways to deal with problems and expand your communication skills.
Code of Ethics - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Supra eKEY Basic - Agent Training - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
An overview eKEY Basic features.
Professional Success Transaction By Transaction - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
1:30 - 4:30 P.M.
This course will teach you about business etiquette, common courtesies, proper attire, the Golden Rule and so much more.
October 12- 13
NAR Designation: Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) - 8CE - LIVE STREAM
8:30 A.M. - 5 P.M.
The two-day SRES® Designation program educates REALTORS® on how to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of the fastest growing market in real estate, clients age 50+.
Virtual Pitch Session
- LIVE STREAM 9 - 10 A.M. Join other REALTORS® from around Tampa Bay on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for our REALTOR®-toREALTOR® open house PITCH to promote our listings to each other's Buyers!
Supra eKEY Basic - Agent Training - LIVE STREAM 11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
An overview eKEY Basic features.
Launching Your Professional Property Management Business - PPMA Certification - 8CE - LIVE STREAM 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals required to run a professional property management business.
October 18
NAR Certification Class: Pricing Strategies: Mastering the CMA (PSA) - 6CE - LIVE STREAM 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
The Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certification is specifically designed to enhance your skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers, and guiding clients through the anxieties and misperceptions.
October 19 -20
GRI 301: IT'S MORE THAN JUST SALES - LIVE STREAM
8:30 A.M. - 6 P.M.
Property Management, how to generate income from property management, land use and concurrency, brokerage management, international real estate, condos, and residential construction will be covered in this course.
NAR Designation: CIPS Institute - Transaction Tools6CE - LIVE STREAM 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Form Simplicity: Supplement Your Income with MLSAdvantage - 3CE - IN PERSON
9 A.M. - Noon
Take this course and learn how. MLS Advantage allows participating boards and members to share available MLS listings across the state of Florida.
Agent Training - SupraWEB - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
SupraWEB is the agent website that is available to all Supra keyholders.
Master the Paperless Real Estate Transaction with Form Simplicity - 3CE - IN PERSON
1 - 4 P.M.
October 20
Mortgage 101 - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
1 - 4 P.M.
October 24
Putting REALTOR® Safety First: Safety Strategies for the Modern REALTOR® - LIVE STREAM
10 - 11 A.M.
The goal of this one hour course is to instill safety awareness and habits as second nature.
Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing - LIVE STREAM
1:30 - 4 :30 P.M.
Examine the history of bias in real estate, learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations, and engage in interactive exercises.
Renovation Specialist: VA, Fannie Mae, & FHA 203K Renovation Loans - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Get Veterans into the home they want and can afford.
Supra eKEY Basic - Agent
Training - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
An overview eKEY Basic features.
ACE Investment 1: Real Estate Investment Essentials - How Making Money in Real Estate Works - 4CE - LIVE STREAM
1 - 5 P.M.
This class prepares agents to work with investors.
October 26 - 27
NAR Designation - Accredited Buyer's Representative - 8CE
- LIVE STREAM
9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Prepare real estate professionals to represent buyer-clients in real estate transactions and provide the quality of service and degree of fidelity to buyers that sellers have customarily enjoyed.
October 27
CARE Core Class: Industrial – LIVE STREAM
9 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Virtual Pitch Session - LIVE STREAM
9 - 10 A.M.
Join other REALTORS® from around Tampa Bay on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for our REALTOR®-toREALTOR® open house PITCH to promote our listings to each other's Buyers!
CARE Legal Lounge: Industrial
– LIVE STREAM
1:30 - 3:30 P.M.
NOTE: This is not an exhaustive list of courses. Course dates and/or locations are subject to change. Visit TampaRealtors.org/calendar for the most up-to-date information on GTR courses and to register.
Mortgage 101: Guiding Your Customer Through the Mortgage Process - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
1 - 4 P.M.
This course reviews lender requirements - from check stubs to the newest Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure by the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.
November 3
iCE: Florida Housing Trusts:
SHIP or SAIL - 2CE - LIVE STREAM
9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
This course will outline the need for affordable housing in Florida and highlight the importance of the Sadowski State and Local Trust funds in meeting this need.
Global Real Estate Practitioner: Launching Your Global Real Estate Business (GREP) - 8 CE - LIVE STREAM
8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
This course recaps basic global business concepts as a foundation for building your business.
November 8
Supra eKEY Basic - Agent Training - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. An overview eKEY Basic features.
November 9
Fundamentals of Working with Residential Investors - 3CE - IN PERSON
9 A.M. - Noon
After taking this course, REALTORS® will be able to prove to investors that they are the agent to do business with! Basic Negotiating Skills for Today's Real Estate Professional - 4CE - IN PERSON 1 - 5 P.M.
9 A.M. - 1 P.M.
It’s important to understand the laws, regulations and day-to-day operations and requirements.
- LIVE STREAM
9 - 10 A.M.
Join other REALTORS® from around Tampa Bay on the second and fourth Thursday of every month for our REALTOR®-toREALTOR® open house PITCH to promote our listings to each other's Buyers!
Supra eKEY Basic - Agent Training - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
An overview eKEY Basic features.
VA Mortgage Boot Camp - 2CE - LIVE STREAM 1 - 3 P.M.
Become an expert in working with our men and women in uniform and help them realize the dream of home ownership!
November 15
Working with the Senior Citizen - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
This course will discuss ways in which agents can be of great service to this exceptional group of buyers, including information on Reverse Mortgages and how to help seniors avoid scams and predatory lending.
Newly Licensed? Now What? - 3CE - LIVE STREAM 1:30 - 4 :30 P.M.
This course has been designed to set you up to succeed by answering some of the most important “What’s next?” questions.
Agent Training - SupraWEB - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
SupraWEB is the agent website that is available to all Supra keyholders.
Affordable Housing Solutions: What Every Realtor Should Know - 3CE - LIVE STREAM
1 - 4 P.M.
The course provides an overview of Florida Housing’s Homebuyer Loan Programs that provide affordable home financing alternatives through lowinterest rate mortgages, and down payment and closing cost assistance.
iCE: Master Your Metrics with SunStats - 2CE - LIVE STREAM 9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
In this course, you will learn basic statistics concepts in the context of residential real estate and how to draw conclusions about the market.
November 22 Supra eKEY Professional - Agent Training - LIVE STREAM
11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
An overview of eKEY with a concentration with eKEY Professional.
Building Your Real Estate Business, Create Customers for Life - 3CE - LIVE STREAM 9 A.M. - Noon
In this class we delve into the mind of who our customers are and what they need.
ACE 5: Real World Real Estate
Investment: How to Know a Good Deal When You See It - 4CE - LIVE STREAM
1 - 5 P.M.
In this class we will do our best to leave the “ivory tower” and get down and dirty with the investment side of real estate.
NAR Certification Class - At Home With Diversity® - 7CELIVE STREAM
9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
We are excited to share that we have committed to providing FREE registration to the first 300 REALTOR® members!
Check out the CE Shop, GTR’s online education partner at TampaRealtors.org/ ce-shop
New members who join after Setember
Abbas, Syed Abraham, Joseph Abreu-Jimenez, Livei Adkins, Alicia Agarwal, Pawan Aguila, Sheila Akel, Karen Aldana, Daniel Aldrich, Timothy Ales, Cindy Alex, Jessymol Alexander, Camille Alexich, Nicole Allen Terry, Jessica Allen, Clifford Alvarez Lopez, Eleydi Amorosia, Alicia Andre, Jean Angelo, Madison Archbell, Tiffany Arrington, Jasmine Arroyo, Brittney Attarzadeh, Eemon Aubuchont, Codi Badamo, Matthew Bahl, Kiran Baker, Lindsay Balch, Claudia Banks, Ingrid Barr, Deanna Barr, Wayne Barroso Misol, Yanelis Bartlette, Kaylin Bassolino, Kimberly Bastidas, Joan Basulto, Aida Battle, Anya Battle, Robert Beatty, Laura Bedoya Vanegas, Natalia Bell D' Ornellas, Maria Benitez Martinez, Vivian Benson, Laura Bertheat, Brittany Bigger, Cinda Bokor, Mark Bonerigo, Jessica Boney, Catherine Borden, Steven Botsford, Grace Boucher, Adrian Bowermaster, Tamara Boza Mendieta, Giselle Brancato, Vanessa Branham, Irene Bresica, Dominic Brito, Nury Broadnax, Lindsey Brooks, Donald Brown, Eli Bruns, Christopher Brus, Jeffrey Bryant, Kenna Budney, Samantha Burcl, Jo Beth Burkard, Philipp Butera, Abdel Butler, Chad
2022 will be recognized in the September/October issue.
brokers are
Caballero, Jazmin Cabrera, Thalia Cadenas, Maria Camille, Israel Campbell, Andre Canady, Yolanda Cancino, Andreia Canda, Maria Corazon Capellan, Luis Caraballo, Leroy Carlin, Michelle Carlson, Irina Carter, Kaila Caswell, Amanda Caudle, Joseph Cavero, Marianella Chabot, Derek Chandler, Lashonna Cihaner, Bedi Ciulla, Santo Cognetta, Carolina Cojocari, Doina Coleman, Pamela Colon Crespo, Cristian Colon, Marisol Conyers, Mitchell Cordovi, Daniel Corral, Angelina Cortese, Anthony Cox, Abbigail Cramer, Jennifer Crawford, Chase Cromwell, Bethany Crouch, Amber Cruz, Ernest Cruz, Janice Cruz, Manuel Cruz, Robert Dabbous, Olivia Damiano, Tonino Dandridge, Ebony Dasilva, Ashleigh Deingeniis, William Del Valle, Lesly DeLeo, Renee Delgado, Ayadelin DePasquale, Jessica DeRise, Jourdyn Devine, Lesley Diaz Tamargo, Richard Dinh, Heather Dishmey, Rosemary Dominguez Lanza, Melina Dominguez, Sonia Dong, Jiajia Donini, Lisa Dorsett, Terrica Dove, Rosa Dreyer, Jessica Dudhia, Arpit Duff, Amanda Dukes, Lavonte DuMelle, Kristen Dyer, Joe Elmagadam, Mohamed Escobar, Gaudy Espinal, Ingrid Etienne, Myrlande
in yellow.
Evans, Emilee Fahrion, Alex Fallon, Patrick Farfan, Alexander Fayerman, Aleksandra Feinman, Daniel Feliciano, Jacqueline Fellios, Zeina Ferrera, Cristopher Ferro Perez, Yuslaidys Feyes, Lauren Figuereo, Justo Finizio, Mckenzie Fleming, Cressica L Font Salazar, Carlos Foreman, Sara Forster, Evan Fritz, Casey Frolo, Kelly Fuentes Falcon, Liuber Fujioka, Lakisha Furiato, Michelle Furlong, John Gaines, Kimberly Gallo, Christine Galvan, Dametra Gamble, Edward Garces Cabrera, Sabina Garcia Mediavilla, Gian Garcia, Andres Garcia, Guadalupe Gardner, Beverley Garrett, Carlishia Garrett, Jane Geoghgan, Daniella Gibbs, Ryan Gil, Jo Ann Giles, Jo Vonna Giles, Roshelle Glazener, Elizabeth Golden, Holly Gonzalez, Desiree Gordon, Athena Gorgal, Camila Gosch, Janet Grajcarek, Karina Greene, Laura Grossi, Sydney Guillen, Michael Guiney, Ashley Hafele, Madison Hagen, Stephanie Hall, Alyssa Hall, Denise Hammond, Emily Hanson, John Harris, Jamie Harris, Janice Harris, Kristen Harrison, Michelle Heffley, Zoey Hensel, Dylan Herrera, Nicole Herrera, Vania Hicks, Michael Holewa, Kelly Holley, Matthew Holt Jr, Ronald
Hubbard, Indre Hutcheson, Brandi Huynh, Hien Incaprera, Amy Infanti, Samantha Ings-Agbontaen, Marisa Irick, Andrew Issa, Kamel Jackson, Jacqueline Jamison, Seth Jara, Emily Jasser, Omar Javadi, Sorna Jbour, Rima Jelenova, Alena Jenkins, Coretta Jenkins, Daymon Jimenez Galeano, Jesus Johnson, Ashton Johnson, Charles Johnson, Marie Johnson, Ricardo Johnson-Coy, Geraldine Jolley, Brianna Jones, Mark Jordan, Jaclyn Juhasz, Andi Kalogianis, Chris Kandarappallil, Leslie Kelley, Melissa Khan, Mohammed Khandai, Steve King, Justin Kleinschmidt, Brian Knauer, Mia Knauf, Friederike Knott, Ian Knox, Katrine Kostka, Rhonda Kozlar, Nicolas Kulawski, Lexine Labrador, Yanet Laffita, Yeneysis Lake, Kreig Lake, Latrice Landry, Alexandre Lara, Viviana Larmore, Don Lee, Young Lewis, James Lewis, Vauixrose Lianzo, Michelle Libreros, Jairo Lloyd, RioAnne Crizelle LOGAN, JUNIOR Logan, Katlin Lopez, Ena Lopez, Lina Lopez, Michelle Lowe, Emma Ludena, Sara Lugten, Tresa Luyando Martinez, Joan Machado Gomez, Anne Macias, Michael MacNab, Timothy Madden, Jonathan Maggio, Susan
Magro, Summer Manhertz, Huntley Marte, Maria Martin, Kelly Martinez Amante, Jorge Martinez, Edward Martinez, Nylah Matteucci, Ruth May, Alexia McAdams, Chris McDonald, Xy’Cale McFadden, Rebecca McKay II, Cepeda McMillan, Kimberley Mcneal, Danica Mcpherson, Natisha Mejia, Cathy Mendoza, Gema Mergenthaler, James Meyers, Renae Milian, Claudia Milian, Yoicy Militello, Sam Miller, Adam Mincey, Maya Misick, Terrance Mitcham, Christopher Mitchell, Sherri Molton, Tonya Monasterio, Jose Monserrat, Yuliett Moore, Audrey Morales, Alejandra Morales, Carlos Morales, Debra R Morcos, Antwan Morey, Mary Joanna Morris, Jackson Mungo, Marisa Murrell, Thaddeus Naim, Yuliana Nealis, Caroline Newman, Christopher Ng, Tiffany Nichols, Michelle Niteka, Yann Oberlander, David OConnor, Michael Ojeda, Luis Olmo, Sabrina O'Neal, Amanda O'Neill, Merary Orellana, Yitzak Orozco, Yadiel Osborne, Karmen Oviedo, Liliana Owen, Alexandria Owen, Jaclyn Pagan-Hudson, Teresa
Pajazetovic, Melda Pandey, Bhawana Paoloemilio, Valerie Paraison-Joseph, Kety Parker, Stephanie Parks, Kennedey Patel, Kalyani Patterson, Eric Penaloza, Giomar Perez, Diego Perez, Fabian Perez, Jordan Perez, Maricarmen Perez-Rivera Jr, Ernesto Petry, Rhonda Pickering, Dominic Pinover, Laurie Pipino, Dominic Presta, Gina Proscia, Shelby Prybyla, Zoe Puleo, Kim Qasim, Aymen Quigley, Michele Ramirez, Gledys Randall, Tajahnek Randolph, Micaela Reagan, Marissa Reddy, Bharath Regan, Katelyn Reierson, Jasmine Reilly, Chase Reyes Jenny Richardson, Kourtney Richart, Jerel Rios, Migdalia Rivas, Claudia Rivera, Frankie Rivera, Monica Rivera, Natalie Riveron, Jorge Rivers, Shelley Roberts, Kristi Robinson, Halle Robitaille-Alesia, Lorraine Roca, Alejandra Rodriguez Chacon, Vanessa Rodriguez, Ashley Rodriguez, Gina Rodriguez, Heidy Rodriguez, Modesto Roggenbuck, Brenda Rome, Lauren Roseboro, Cecilea Rowles, Bridget Ruiz, Marisol Ruiz, Victoria Rushing, Christian Russell, Derek
Russell, George Russo, Dylan Russo-Noon, Daniel Ruyle, Kristin Ryan, Shelby Saccone, Gina Said, Janet Saint Juste, Rebecca Sakamoto, Chris Salie, Elizabeth Salmen, Trevor Samuel, Heather Sanchez, Mileidy Santiago Quinones, Concepcion Santiago, Marilyn Santini, Patricia Saraceni, Stephanie Schlack, Rebecca Schmidt, James Schneggenburger, Brett Schneggenburger, Lou Schwetz, Helen Segodo, Ann Seifer, Kylar Sellarole, Victor Shean, Joseph Shehaj, Armir Shembekar, Preston Shewey, Morgan Shkapich, Hunter Shypitsyn, Alen Sidky, Mohammad Signore, Lilliam Silva, Jessica Simmons, Celisha Simmons, Nicole Simon, Kimberly Simonsen, Derek Simonsen, Tierra Simpson, Monique Sims, Jennifer Sims, Kristian Smaidi, Laila Smith, Amanda Smith, Michelle Solano, Kiley Sollenberger, Alexis Spitler, Cassidy St Vil, Aguirre Stable, Raul Stalnaker, Brett Stapleton, Delmer Steele, Darien Stella, Hoa Stelmach, Olenka Stephenson, Chisa Stiles, Hollis Suleiman, Neveen
Sutton, John Swaans, Monia
Tadros, Andrew Taite, Bryant Taylor, Cory Theriault, Anthony Thermidor, Jhonny Thomas, Shaun Tirado, Sebastian Tolliver, Lakesha Torrealba Rincon, Ervis Torres Olivera, Romilio Torres, Aidsa Torres, Jason Torrico, Jason Tran, Nhi Emily Treasure, Kaitlynn Truong, Aldo Vuong Trussell, Christina Tunsil, Amos Turner, Hunter Turner, Sonya Urena, Norma Valenzuela, Luz Vallejo Oliva, Daylin
Van Grouw, Shawn
Van Loan, Steven Vargas, Violet Vasquez, Fotini Verbel, Jennifer Villalona, Taysha Villamil, Ingrid Villella, Raffaele
VonPerbandt, Zachary Vu, Hieu Wagner, Charaya Ward, Giselle
Warmington, Taylor Watkins, Richard Watson, Mashonda Weems, Rochele
Wemette, James Westbrook, Kai Westerberg, Julia Wilcox, Jessica Willett, Donald Williamson, Darlanna Wilson, Milan Wirth, Jolie Witherspoon, Pearcea Wolfe, Kathryn Woodard, Angelic Wright, Heather Yang, Linda Young, Cassey Zavarce-Silva, Luisana Zekic, Ugljesa
GTR's Young Professionals Network took to the waters in July to Clean Up Florida Waters, a second annual statewide REALTOR® volunteer effort. Members walked the shoreline to pick up litter and debris at Ben T. Davis Beach.
No time machine needed! Our Affiliate Trade Show was an opportunity for members to Charleston dance their way through the latest products and services that can assist them with expanding their real estate business. Members also enjoed plenty of networking, catered lunch and opportunities to win prizes.
On Wednesday. August 17, GTR members made new connections and rekindled old ones over wings at our free mixer at Buffalo Wild Wings in Brandon.
Members met at The Pub – Tampa for an opportunity to meet the 2023 Board of Directors candidates on a more personal level over light bites and refreshments. All attendees were entered into a raffle for a chance to win free local GTR REALTOR® dues for 2023!
Ciao! On Wednesday, September 7, GTR members discussed about all things global during networking mixer at Brio Italian Grille! They made new connections and reconnect while discussing new trends, topics, and tips occurring in the international real estate market.
Our YPN Blue Party was a night of dancing, food and fun at The Westin Tampa Bay! With one of the best views of Tampa Bay serving as our backdrop, this event was not one to be missed. Raffle proceeds are benefitted Everyday Blessings, Inc.
Many Florida homes are sold “as-is,” making a home inspection vital to determine the age, condition and life expectancy of your home’s features. During the inspection process, we look for anything that could compromise the safety of the occupants, which also includes pets. Homeowners should always be aware and look for ongoing issues while living in their homes. Here are the top five safety issues we find in Florida homes.
Dryer vents. Most of the homes we inspect in Florida have a dryer vent that goes up through the roof. Lint builds up inside the vent and clogs the system. This is highly flammable. This buildup forces the dryer to work harder with each cycle and the lint can work its way into the heating element, causing major issues. It is very important to keep your dryer vent cleaned on a routine basis. This not only prevents fires but will reduce your energy bill.
Electrical issues. Equipment and appliances need to be grounded for your safety. We find a lot of pool equipment not properly bonded and grounded, which can lead to shocks or worse. Some older homes have circuit breaker panels that have a bad history with known issues. These include Sylvania, Federal Pacific, Zinsco and Challenger brands. Some insurance companies will not insure houses with these panels.
Also, all homes run a risk of faulty wiring. If you have lights that constantly flicker or dim, it could be an indicator of poor connection that leads to sparking, overheating and fire. If your lights are constantly burning out, it could be due to a loose connection or insulation causing overheating. Dead outlets are a potential safety issue indicating possible heat building up and melted wires. Outlets and switches that are hot or even warm to the touch are an indication of safety concerns and should be addressed by an electrician. Breakers that trip frequently indicate an overloaded circuit that could result in issues. Look for these signs and consult an electrician immediately if you find them.
2 College Brothers Moving & Storage
Representative: Faith Larkin
A-Pro Home Inspection
Representative: Thomas Solarino
Assurity Title
Representative: Cassandra McSherry
Berlin Patten Ebling
Representative: Megan Carbone
Beryl Project Engineering
Representative: Brandon Curtis
Blue Dolphin Home Inspections LLC
Representative: Sonja Nicolas, Claude Nicolas
Mold and allergens. We all want to breathe healthy air in our homes. New homes must pass a Blower Door Test to ensure enough fresh air is able to pass through the home. Excess moisture in a home can lead to microbial growth including mold. Home inspectors are trained to look for any signs or leaks or moisture intrusion that could lead to mold. The most common causes are shower pans improperly installed, windows that are not set correctly allowing rain to enter the wall, roof leaks or plumbing leaks. If you see moisture stains or feel soft spots in drywall, these are good indicators to call an inspector to investigate.
Pest issues. Common pests include rodents, bats, bedbugs, roaches and fleas. These pests can cause health issues that include allergic reactions, asthma and respiratory disease. Low areas outside the home holding stagnant water can breed mosquitoes, which can carry many virus-borne diseases.
We joke that there are only two types of homes in Florida. The ones that have had termites and the ones that will have termites. If left untreated, termites can cause lots of structural damage to a home. It is important to have routine pest service in Florida to prevent these issues.
Flooring issues. We live in a state with a lot of senior citizens. One in four senior citizens will fall each year, according to the CDC. We can reduce the risk by identifying trip hazards during the inspection. This includes properly installed handrails, ensuring that hallways and stairs are properly lit and carpeting is properly stretched and tacked to the floor. Ensure bathtubs and showers have a non-slip feature as well. You should also identify slick flooring such as vinyl plank and laminate where shoes should be worn. Make sure there are no raised tiles/planks making a trip hazard and avoid using throw rugs that slide easily.
Keeping our homes safe is important. Hopefully, you will remember these top safety issues we find in our Florida homes and keep your home, family and clients safe and happy!
DAVID GONZALEZ Affiliate DirectorBoomerang DM
Representative: Amy Bivona
Brown & Associates Law & Title PA
Representative: Virginia Glenn
Centennial Bank
Representative: Chuck Davis
Condominium Associates
Representative: Doug Jenkins
CUTCO Cutting Edge Gifts
Representative: Sylia Honne
Delhomme Studio & Production LLC
Representative: Wendell Delhomme
Enclave Financial Corp
Representative: Abby Ruppert Snyder
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
Representative: Lindsey Vance
Fifth Third Bank
Representative: Julio Gerena
First Horizon Bank
Representative: Manuel Moscoso, Randy Diaz
Florida Agency Network
Representative: Corlin Tucker
Fluxx Funding LLC
Representative: Paul Paredes
Hawke & Rock Productions LLC
Representative: Roy Hawke
Insured Title Agency LLC
Representative: Jennie Restrepo
JPM Home Inspection LLC
Representative: Jose Perez Molina
Kandu Solutions
Representative: Reece Johnson
Masonite
Representative: Lori Conrad
Max Home Inspections
Representative: Greg Mancuso
Use this directory as a resource for products and services. Affiliates join monthly, so check each issue for updates. You can also search the online Affiliate directory by visiting tamparealtors.org. Special thanks to our Diamond Affiliate Partner: Tampa Bay Times; our Platinum Affiliate Partner: Brown & Associates Law & Title PA; our Gold Affiliate Partners: Embrace Home Loans and Pillar to Post Home Inspections and our Silver Affiliate Partners: 2 College Brothers Moving & Storage, First Horizon Bank, Get the Facts Home Inspections, GTE Financial, Keller Mortgage, Model Perfect Designs, Old Republic Exchange Company, The Plexus Groupe and Waterstone Mortgage.
Diamond Partner is highlighted in purple. Platinum Partners are highlighted in blue. Silver Partners are highlighted in gray.
Gold Partners are highlighted in yellow.
If you’re an active Affiliate and you don’t see your information listed in the directory, please contact our Affiliate Department at affiliates@tamparealtors.org.
Old Republic Exchange Company
Janet Schaum
1410 N Westshore Blvd.
Ste. 800
Tampa, Florida 33607
813-849-2816 | oldrepublicexchange.com
First American Exchange
Trish Mack
6960 Grande Vista Way S. Pasadena, FL 33707
727-494-5186
OnPoint Tax Relief Inc.
Tracie Lowe, CPA
330 Pauls Dr. Suite 111 Brandon, FL 33511 813-685-8400 | OnPointTaxRelief.com
Brown & Associates Law & Title PA
Barbara Brown
11373 Countryway Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33626
813-528-4044 | brownlawandtitle.com
Berlin Patten Ebling
Deva Vaden
324 S Hyde Park Ave, Suite 325 Tampa, FL 33606
813-467-7500 | berlinpatten.com
Law Office of Michael A Ziegler PL: Debt Fighters
Michael Ziegler
217 N. Lois Ave. Suite 201 Tampa, FL 33609 813-225-3111 attorneydebtfighters.com
Paul Mathurin
4858 Victoria Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34233
727-238-2318 | EqualJusticeForAll.info
Najmy Thompson, P.L.
Aaron Thomas
109 N. Brush Street, Suite 150 Tampa, FL 33602
813-440-2100 | najmythompson.com
Thomas E. Feaster, Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
Thomas E. Feaster 114 South Tampania Ave. Tampa, Fl 33609 813-404-6580 tom.feaster@hotmail.com
Metro Places
Tatiana Hurtado
2502 N. Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, FL 33607 813-288-8078 | MetroPlaces.com
Park Square Homes
Michelle Masline
205 Manns Harbor Dr. Apollo Beach, FL 33572 813-497-8142 | parksquarehomes.com
Affordable Ozone Treatment
Chuck Hall 219 Ronja Lane Valrico, Florida 33594 813-938-9038 affordableozonetreatment.com
Joined between July 13 - September 19, 2022
Metro Places
Representative: Tatiana Hurtado
Model Perfect Designs Representative: Frank Mace, Tracey Ballard, Brittney Lee, Karen Mace
Northsight Management
Representative: Neil Lescott
Palladium Title Representative: Dan Wright
Paramount Home Inspectors
Representative: Steve Cooley, Matthew Hausam
R&R Home Inspections
Representative: Robert Stockert
REZITRADE
Representative: Michael Dziuba, Ryan Smith
Seacoast Bank
Representative: Jeremy Diez
Tier 1 Title LLC
Representative: Harold Harper
Toni's Splendid Cleaning LLC
Representative: Toni Williams
Trutech Wildlife Service
Representative: Alex Deckard
Waypoint Property Inspection
Representative: Javier Gonzalez
Clean Sweeper Tampa
Jamal Snell
1211 E. 26th Ave.
Tampa, FL 33605 813-361-1301 | cleansweepertampa.com
Home Clean Heroes of Tampa Bay
Adeola Shabiyi
12902 US 301 S., #4008
Riverview, FL 33778 813-295-8440 homecleanheroes.com/tampabay
Kandu Solutions Inc.
Reece Johnson
4501 Indianapolis St. NE St. Petersburg, FL 33703 813-900-1267
Toni's Splendid Cleaning LLC
Toni Williams
510 Serenity Mill Loop
Ruskin, FL 33570 813-465-4546
tonis-splendid-cleaning-llc.business.site
CUTCO Cutting Edge Gifts
Sylia Honne
1712 Foxwood Dr. Garner, NC 27529 623-606-1454
CutcoClosingGifts.com
Cutting Edge Gifting
Alex Couture
1712 Foxwood Dr. Garner, North Carolina 27529 813-965-3317 | cuttingedgegift.com
Clear-View Companies LLC
David Bunker
3224 E State Road 60
Valrico, FL 33594
813-657-2090 tampabuildingcompany.com
Listing Profit Remodeling LLC
Robert Dinan
4590 Ulmerton Road, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33762 727-220-9944
listingprofitremodeling.com
Tricor LLC
Ryan Goebel
8281 E. Gelding Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85260 800-847-0214
Achieva Credit Union
Shaney Rollison
P.O. Box 1500 Dunedin, FL 34697 727-443-8244 | achievacu.com
GTE Financial
Tabitha Roach
711 E. Henderson Ave. Tampa, FL 33602 813-871-2690
Navy Federal Credit Union
Christine Deloach 4538 S. Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33611 877-573-2324 | navyfederal.org
ezDownsizing Tampa LLC Whitney Yoder 316 N. Excelda Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 941-417-0713 | ezdownsizing.com
Masonite
Lori Conrad
1242 E. 5th Ave. Tampa, FL 33605 813-739-2828 | masonite.com
First Horizon Bank
Manuel Moscoso
4105 N. Himes Ave. Tampa, FL 33607 813-769-8080 | FirstHorizon.com
Divvy Homes
Angela Evans
300 Montgomery St, Suite #1200
San Francisco, CA 94104 813-491-7662
REZITRADE
Michael Dziuba
50 Main Street, Suite 1000 White Plains, 10606 NY 609-413-5375
USHEALTH Advisors - A UnitedHealthcare Company
Richard Lewis 727-492-4948 ushagent.com/richardlewis
Pillar To Post Home Inspectors
Scott McGarrity
8850 Alafia Cove Drive Riverview, Florida 33569 813-685-7573
Get the Facts Home Inspection
Joe Svehla
867 W Bloomingdale NO. 6118 Brandon, Florida 33508 813-785-4620 getthefactshomeinspection.com
360 Home Inspections
Scott Randolph 13325 Antonio Way Dade City, Florida 33525 352-588-2184
A-Pro Home Inspection
Thomas Solarino
2424 W. Brandon Blvd., 1284 Brandon, FL 33511 813-358-2776
A Buyer's Choice Home Inspections
William Iwanicki
16057 Tampa Palms Blvd W., Ste 247 Tampa, FL 33647 813-751-6786 abuyerschoice.com/north-tampa
AcuSystem Home Inspections
David Gonzalez
5668 Fishhawk Crossing Blvd.
Ste 120
Lithia, Florida 33547 813-361-8302 | goacusystem.com
All County Home Inspections Inc.
Andrew Suarez
3087 Anderson Snow Rd. Spring Hill, Florida 34609 352-796-1304
Justin Guzman
P.O. Box 3393
Apollo Beach, Florida 33572 813-442-1080 amerispechillsborough.com
Bay Area Home Inspections LLC
Shane Dollman
4612 South Lois Ave. Tampa, Florida 33611 813-727-8827 | bahi.biz
Kevin Bennett
4106 W. San Juan St. Tampa, Florida 33629 813-260-9920 bennettpropertyinspection.com
Beryl Project Engineering
Richard Leo Cannyn
2810 N. 10th St. Tampa, Florida 33605 813-616-3301 | berylprojectengineering.com
Best Home Inspection
Richard A Yelton
23086 Madelyn Ave. Port Charlotte, Florida 33954 941-391-5372 besthomeinspectionandconstructionco.com
Brandon Testone
2806 Pine Club Dr. Plant City, Florida 33566 813-777-9848 | bltinspections.com
Blue Dolphin Home Inspections LLC
Sonja Nicolas
2102 W. Grace St.Tampa, FL 33607 727-506-1500 BlueDolphinHomeInspections.com
BPG Inspections
Randy Noon
19519 Long Lake Ranch Blvd. Lutz, FL 33558 352-799-5958 | bpginsections.com
Jonathan Brown
2712 Lenna Ave. Seffner, FL 33584 270-799-3012 buyersguidehomeinspection.com
Chief Home Inspections
Richard Hyland
804 Sutton Ave. Brandon, Florida 33510 813-333-6263 | chiefhomeinspections.com
Colvin Insections
David Colvin
715 Calico Scallop St. Ruskin, FL 33570 833-716-7373 | ColvinInspections.com
Complete Home Inspection Services
Albert Cooke
903 E. Saint Clair St. Tampa, FL 33605 813-380-1355 completehomeinspectionservices.net
Cross Check Home Inspection LLC
Craig Stahl
5815 Laguna Woods Court Tampa, Florida 33625 813-727-5470
D.S. Murphy Inspections
Ryan King
20643 Longleaf Pine Ave. Tampa, Florida 33647 813-423-6344 dsmurphyinspections.com
Dynamic Home Inspections LLC
Dino Zeljkovic
10305 Ashley Oaks Dr. Riverview, Florida 33578 813-495-5839
DynamicHomeInspectionsFL.com
Eagle Property Inspections
David Barnett
3806 Ralston Road Plant City, FL 33566 863-604-5008
Michael Gallway
522 Oakfield Dr. Brandon, Florida 33511 813-598-0048
Fair Winds Building Inspection Services LLC
Sang Park 16725 Longleat Dr. Lutz, Florida 33549 757-513-1298 | FairWindsBIS@gmail.com
Fastrack Property Inspections LLC
Robert LeHoullier
3515 W Rogers Ave. Tampa, Florida 33611 813-376-3036
Faulkner Home Inspections
George Faulkner
3201 Grand Paulyon Dr. Tampa, FL 33613 813-965-3525
Florida's Best Inspections
John Grattan
21113 Lake Talia Blvd. Land O Lakes, Florida 34638 813-760-4650
Florida Building Inspection Group
Dustie Amatangelo
1435 Oakfield Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 813-409-3249
Florida Superior Inspections
Stephan A Warner
18331 Coqui Court Odessa, Florida 33556 813-453-8540
FloridaSuperiorInspections.com
First Florida Home Inspection
Victoria Wyatt
18112 Ashton Park Way
Tampa, FL 33647 813-803-7619 | firstflhomeinspection.com
Timothy Glisson
2424 Prospect Road
Tampa, Florida 33629 813-625-1400 tim.glisson@glissoninspection.com
Handy Vet Inspections LLC
Robert Parmer
4315 W. Empedrado St. Tampa, Florida 33629 813-981-2008 | HandyVetInspections.com
Home Insights LLC
Riley Tucker
3909 Butternut Court Brandon, Florida 33511 813-927-4250
Home Inspections Consultants Inc.
Michel Perez
4720 Deerwalk Ave. Tampa, Florida 33624 813-500-9201
Home Inspector Professionals
Aramis Taylor
2780 E. Fowler Ave. #232 Tampa, FL 33612 813-299-1642 homeinspectorprofessionals.com
HouseMaster Home Inspections
Michelle & Robert Southard
2702 Clubhouse Dr. Plant City, FL 33566 866-931-2350 east-tampa.housemaster.com
iCheck Homes LLC
Jose Rosario
9328 N. Ashley St. Tampa, FL 33612 813-277-6494
Insight Home Inspections
Daniel Horton
13336 Palmera Vista Dr. Riverview, Florida 33579 813-817-6477 | insighthomes.org
JBL Home Inspections - Bitzas
Enterprises DBS
Dimitrios Bitzas
1713 Regal Mist Loop Trinity, FL 34655 727-914-9650 | jblhomeinspections.com
JPM Home Inspection LLC
Jose Perez Molina
4519 Eden Rock Road Tampa, FL 33634 813-863-7605
Longo Inspection Services LLC
George Longo
12153 N Dale Mabry, Ste 200 Tampa, Florida 33618 813-618-8393 | longoinspects.com
Lunspro Home Inspections
Christopher Cooper 830-13 A1A North, Suite 278 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904-249-6523 | lunspro.com
Main Street Renewal
Brian Keller 2701 W. Busch Blvd., Ste. 118 Tampa, FL 33618 813-676-3247
Max Home Inspections
Janai Hernandez 351 SW 136 Ave., Ste 206 Davie, FL 33026 954-866-8694 MaxHomeInspections.com
McLafferty Property Inspections LLC
Kevin McLafferty 4435 Mohican Trail Valrico, Florida 33594 941-815-8771 mclaffertypropertyinspections.com
McLaurin Inspections
Kenny McLaurin 5350 Bridge St. Tampa, Florida 33611 248-519-3058 | McLaurininspections.com
Mizell Home Inspections
Shawn Mizell 1515 Sabra Dr. Brooksville, FL 34601 352-573-4748 mizellhomeinspections.com
National Property Inspections
Lynne Tonte
6809 Aramon Court
Wesley Chapel, Florida 33545 813-973-2004 | npiweb.com/tonte
Philip Brown
11338 Bridge Pine Dr. Riverview, Florida 33569 850-303-3204
Northsight Management
Neil Lescott
8901 E. Mountain View Rd., Ste 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 386-295-8618 | northsight.com
Kennan Sivitz
17915 Crooked Lane Lutz, FL 33548 813-468-2849
On-the-level-inspections.com
Paramount Home Inspectors
Dale Gerstenberger 813-616-1399 paramountinspectors.com
Robert Stockert
6105 S. Main Ave. Tampa, FL 33611 813-616-3356 | rrhomeinspections.com
Richard Pickle Ent Inc.
Richard Pickle
15820 Spring Crest Circle Tampa, Florida 33624 813-843-8564
Dawn Perkins
7781 Starkey Road Seminole, Florida 33777 727-408-1088 rocksolidhomeinspections.org
Nicholas Ronzel
6421 N. Florida Ave. STE D PMB 1063 Tampa, FL 33604 813-331-5651
tamparealtors.org
Safeline Home Inspections LLC
Corey Richardson
2021 Shadow Pine Dr. Brandon, Florida 33511 813-777-8851 | safelineinspections.com
Sawgrass Home Inspections
Benjamin Hodges
13907 Pathfinder Dr. Tampa, FL 33625 719-332-1643 Sawgrasshomeinspection.com
Curt Arnold
3702 W. Tyson Ave. Tampa, Florida 33641 813-469-7443
Site Wise Inspection
David Vakili
414 Fern Cliff Ave. Tampa, FL 33617 813-758-4590
Suncoast Home Inspections
Joseph Anthony
8535 Caitlin Ct. Hudson, FL 34667 727-440-5525 suncoast-home-inspections.com
TechPro Home Inspections
Ian Kessler
12218 Garden Lake Circle Odessa, Florida 33556 813-895-9955 | techproinspections.com
Tooles Inspection LLC
Jim Tooles
21007 Sunpoint Way 102 Tampa, Florida 33558 813-727-1197
Vet Check Property Inspections LLC
Cory Weaver
10810 Boyette Rd #852 Riverview, FL 33569 813-599-3822 | vetcheckinspections.com
Watchman Home Inspection
Michael Bock
19112 Cypress Green Dr. Lutz, Florida 33558 813-251-6329
Waypoint Property Inspection
Eddy Lai
3220 Parkside Center Circle Tampa, Florida 33619 813-486-8551 waypointinspection.com
Win Home Inspection New Tampa
Rob Kuntz
P.O. Box 46591 Tampa, Florida 33646 813-774-1080 winhomeinspectionnewtampa.com
WIN Home Inspections – Land O Lakes
Geffrey Rutgers 30320 Grymes Dr. Wesley Chapel, FL 33545 813-610-1246 | landolakes.wini.com
Old Republic Home Protection
Brian Brown
800-282-7131 | myorhp.com/brianbrown
Plexus Groupe
Richard Vazquez
3812 Coconut Palm Dr, Suite 100
Tampa FL 33619 813-530-4106 | plexusgroupe.com
A B Capital Group
Aaron Weber
1408 Westshore Blvd.
NO. 708 Tampa, Florida 33607 813-262-0059 | abcapitalgroup.com
Assured Partners
Monica Montiel
4600 W. Cypress St. Suite 550 Tampa, Florida 33607 813-424-3289 | assuredpartners.com
Excellence First Insurance Specialist
Melissa Gallway
329 Pauls Dr. Brandon, Florida 33511 813-867-2132 | excellencefirstins.com
Think Safe Insurance LLC
Greg Martin
116 E. Bloomingdale Ave., Ste. B Brandon, FL 33511 813-425-1626 | ThinkSafeInsurance.com
USHEALTH Advisors - A
UnitedHealthcare Company
Richard Lewis
727-492-4948 ushagent.com/richardlewis
Model Perfect Designs
Frank Mace
13314 Golf Crest Circle
Tampa, FL 33618 813-482-5572 modelperfectdesigns.com
Kristina Venieris
4912 S. Lois Tampa, FL 33611 727-301-2702 | dwellstaging.com
Anne Furlow
417 W. Belvedere St. Lakeland, FL 33803 321-960-0693 | stepbystageinteriors.com
Junkluggers of North Tampa Bay
Vincent Breault
23834 FL-54 Lutz, FL 33559 813-362-9051 junkluggersofnorthtampabay.com
Adam Wiseman
1619 Wakefield Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 813-217-2219 | lightningbayjunk.com
Tampa Bay Times
Jennifer Conklin
490 1st Avenue S. St. Petersburg, Florida 33701 716-903-6653
Amy Bivona
9155 E. Nichols Ave., #175 Centennial, CO 80112 720-295-2528
Embrace Home Loans
Michael Cockman
1408 N. Westshore Dr. Tampa, FL 33607
855-612-9398
embracehomeloans.com/location/florida/ tampa
GTE Financial
Tabitha Roach
711 E. Henderson Ave. Tampa, Florida 33602 813-871-2690
Rick Bennett Jr.
4725 Lakehurst Ct, Suite 400 Dublin, OH 43016 727-512-1772 | justinkellyteam.com
Waterstone Mortgage
Tyler Walsh
4902 Eisenhower Blvd. Suite 385 Tampa, FL 33634 813-219-8085 mutualmortgage.com/tampa
America's Mortgage Solutions
Jon Ahrendt
4702 W Browning Ave. Tampa, FL 33629 727-692-4043 americasmortgagesolutions.shapeportal. com/ref/7
Annie Mac Home Mortgage
George Russell
6912 W. Linebaugh Ave. Ste. 101 Tampa, FL 33625 813-598-9688 | annie-mac.com
Bank Of America
Patti Bonner
1933 E. Hillsborough Tampa, FL 33610 813-733-1910 mortgage.bankofamerica.com/patriciabonner
Bank OZK
Bryant Williams
PO Box 8811 Little Rock, AR 72231 813-285-0239
Cardinal Financial CompanyTampa Office
Fred Elflein
5005 W. Laurel St. Suite 211 Tampa, FL 33607 813-580-5407 online.cardinalfinancial.com/#/p/apply/ FredElflein
Robert Sauerwine
4950 W. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 605 Tampa, FL 33609 813-710-9923 | rockstarhomeloans.com
Centennial Bank
Chuck Davis
1606 1st St. S. Winter Haven, FL 33880 863-837-1005
Enclave Financial Corp.
Abby Ruppert Snyder
4522 W. Village Dr. Tampa, FL 33624 352-287-4345 | enclavefin.com
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
Deven Alldaffer
1139 Professional Park Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 813-376-3618 | fairwaymc.com
Fifth Third Bank
Julio Gerena
4427 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 312-929-9800
Fluxx Funding LLC
Robert Paredes
410 S. Ware Blvd., Suite 402 Tampa, FL 33619 813-300-7218 | fluxxfunding.com
Kenny Schaaf
1408 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite #450 Tampa, Florida 33607 813-603-3116 | rate.com/kennyschaaf
Hancock Whitney Bank
Mireya LoCicero
2202 N. Westshore Blvd.
Suite 110
Tampa, FL 33607 941-714-3393 | hancockwhitney.com
Home Access Financial
Carrie Gordon
100 S. Ashley Drive Suite 1150 Tampa, FL 33602 813-515-7548 homeaccessfinancial.com
Home Fast Funding Inc.
Joseph Moran
1517 Holleman Dr. Valrico, FL 33596 813-940-7272 | gethomefast.com
Liberty Home Mortgage Corporation
Zeke Samples
400 N. Tampa St., 15th Floor Tampa, FL 33602 386-487-4663|libertyhmclt.com
Leader One Financial
Scott Walters
1732 Fox Grape Loop Lutz, FL 33558 602-790-2354
Betsy Braden
3903 Northdale Blvd., #140 Tampa, FL 33624 813-523-4856 | loanDepot.combbraden
Luminate Home Loans
Shawn Green
6911 Pistol Range Rd, #137 Tampa, FL 33635 813-853-6272 | suncoastlender.com
Marcus Okopny
330 Pauls Dr., Suite 240 Brandon, FL 33511 813-563-5869 | movementmortgage.com
NFM Lending
Nathaniel Bittman
3180 Curlew Rd Unit 107 Oldsmar, FL 34677 727-450-3917 | snmc.com
Clinton Harris
400 N. Ashley Dr., Suite 1400 Tampa, FL 33594 813-381-0329 seacoastbank.com/mlo/bwilliams
ServisFirst Bank
Candace Blackburn
4221 W. Boy Scout Blvd. #100 Tampa, FL 33629 813-732-2606 servisfirstbank.com
Silver Bay Lending
Erica Paradise
1205 N. Franklin St. Suite 105 Tampa, FL 33602 813-994-1819 | ericaparadise.com
Suncoast Credit Union
Tammy Kiehl
6801 E. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, Florida 33610 813-621-7511
Charles Garneau
2020 Edgewood Drive S. Lakeland, FL 33803 863-937-8024 homeloankeys.com/team/charles-garneau
Patrick Storch
8471 W Linebaugh Ave. Tampa, Florida 33625 813-616-8844 closemymortgagetampa.com
The Mortgage Firm Zephyrhills
Monica Young
5243 Gall Blvd., Suite 1 Zephyrhills, FL 33542 863-701-6759 | homeloankeys.com
USF Federal Credit Union
Bobby Bucholtz
13302 USF Palm Dr.
Tampa, Florida 33612 813-569-2183 | USFFCU.com
VanDyk Mortgage Corp.
Michael Bishop
5020 W. Linebaugh Ave., Suite 130 Tampa, FL 33624 727-214-6400 michaelbishop.vandykmortgage.com/
Run Forever Run
Vanessa Rodriguez
813-708-6827
ARC Termite and Pest Control LLC
Norma Campbell
12135 Buffington Lane Riveriew, Florida 33579 813-671-2847 | arcpestcontrol.com
Citarella Termite and Pest Managemen
Kevin Citarella
833-608-2652 | citarellapest.com
Hughes Exterminators
Audra Snyder
1781 W. Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, Florida 33603 813-884-1555 | hughes-exterminators.com
International Pest Management LLC
Ruben Rodriguez
4824 Dewey Rose Ct. Tampa, FL 33624 813-961-0210
Shireman Pest Control
John Shireman
40003 Sunburst Dr. Dade City, FL 33525 813-713-5300 | shiremanpestcontrol.com
Trutech Wildlife Service
Alex Deckard
Tampa, FL 33618 813-590-7891 | trutechinc.com
Arnold Novak Photography
Arnold Novak
4333 Bayside Village Dr.
Apt #316 Tampa, Florida 33615 813-400-9090 | arnoldnovak.com
Blue Line Studios LLC
Aaron Dahl
235 Apollo Beach Blvd, Ste. 201 Apollo Beach, FL 33572 813-446-5002
tamparealestatephotos.com
Delhomme Studio & Production LLC
Wendell Delhomme
4913 Steel Dust Lane
Lutz, FL 33559 813-230-6823
Hawke & Rock Productions LLC
Roy Hawke
13801 Kapok Ct. Apt 201 Tampa, FL 33613 813-997-7794 instagram.com/hawkeandrockproductions
LUX Picture
Matthew Bilancia
10220 Holland Road Riverview, Florida 33578 813-671-2891
Next Door Photos North Tampa
Isaac Morillo
16401 Cypress Water Way Tampa, FL 33624 813-784-7675
Professional Organization
Tampa Bay Chapter of NARPM
Andrew Dougill
3900 W. Dale Ave. Tampa, Florida 33609 813-658-8210 | tampabay.narpm.org
iTrip Vacations Tampa
Kathie Wild
901 34th Ave. N. #7424
St. Petersburg, Florida 33703 813-524-5188
Condominium Associates
Doug Jenkins
3001 Executive Drive, Suite 260 Clearwater, FL 33762 727-573-9300 condominiumassociates.com
2 College Brothers Moving & Storage
Faith Larkin
4701 Acline Dr. East #275
Tampa, FL 33605 813-575-4491 | 2COLLEGEBROTHERS.COM
All My Sons Moving & Storage
Jameson Olsen
4410 W. Crest Ave, Unit A Tampa, FL 33614 561-578-3800 | allmysons.com
Cardinal Roofing
Bridget Jenkins Wilson
3108 Barkley Lane Valrico, Florida 33596 813-689-7663 | elroofingandsolar.com
Musick Roofing
Mike Musick
P.O. Box 8782 Lakeland, FL 33806 863-904-5350
SCM Roofing
Jason Nicholas
13909 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Unit 201 Tampa, Florida 33618 855-726-7663
Elm Street Technology / Social Media Boot Camp Todd Colthorp
10601 Clarence Dr., Suite 265 Frisco, TX 75033 517-214-3333
ROOST Tampa
Kaori Jones
1050 Water St. Tampa, FL 33602 813-945-4889
Brown & Associates Law & Title PA
Barbara Brown
11373 Countryway Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33626 813-528-4044 | brownlawandtitle.com
Acuity Title Company
Alaina Sanders
4830 W. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 600 Tampa, FL 33609 502-994-3760 | acuitytc.com
All Real Estate Title Solutions Inc.
Gabriela Germino
1430 West Busch Blvd.
Suite D
Tampa, Florida 33612
813-876-4373 | aretsifl.com
Cassandra McSherry
10129 Gallant Lane
Tampa, FL 33625 813-556-7501
First American Title
Michelle Hernandez
1731 S Kings Ave. Brandon, Florida 33511
813-514-2828
Florida Agency Network
Corlin Tucker
1503 S. Alexander St, Suite 104 Plant City, FL 33563 866-259-4440
Florida Title Group
Jenny Daniels
5785 S University Dr., Suite 109 Davie, FL 33328 305-514-0600
Insured Title Agency LLC
Mandy Hunter
13029 W. Linebaugh Ave. Ste. 102 Tampa, FL 33626
813-855-3585 | insured-title.com
Mason Title & Escrow Company
Cheryl Johnson
27544 Cashford Circle #101
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
813-973-7319 | masontitle.com
Mason Title and Escrow Company
Mary Turner
3341 W. Bears Ave. Tampa, FL 33618 813-973-7319 | www.masontitle.com
Nations Title of Florida
Monica Hellbaum
9500 Koger Blvd., Suite 114 St. Petersburg, FL 33702 727-201-4694 | nationstitle.com
Palladium Title
Dan Wright
19321 US Hwy 19 N., Suite 512
Clearwater, FL 33764
727-474-8400 dwright@palladiumtitle.com
Sunbelt Title Agency
Dee-Dee Silvestri
500 N. Westshore Blvd., #850 Tampa, FL 33609 813-422-9696 | Sunbelttitle.com
Tier 1 Title LLC
Harold Harper
4801 George Rd, Suite 150 Tampa, FL 33634 813-898-1277 | tieronetitle.com
Transaction Management Pros
Annette Susana Rodriguez
1104 Nikki View Dr. Brandon, FL 33511 813-694-2102 | transactionmgtpros.com
Your Transaction Manager
Angela Settlemyre
1809 E. Diana St. Tampa, Florida 33610 813-348-0035
Utilities FastWaterTest.com
Robert Welbourn
5200 Camberlea Ave. Zephyrhills, FL 3354 352-437-3027
Jonathan Brown
405 S. Dale Mabry Hwy
Suite 201 Tampa, Florida 33609
813-291-3600 | utilityhelpers.com
Christian Stephens
2222 Lanside Dr. Valrico, FL 33594 813-725-3668 | myownstaff.com
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