
NEXTHOME EXCELLENCE

69
Closed Sales
$50.9M
Total Value
$190K - $3.7M
Price Range
$738.3K
Average Price
Prior 5 years
About Derek
Excellence is more than just a word. It is the mission every single time Derek works with a customer, both past and new, in their pursuit of a piece of the Southwest Florida paradise. Since obtaining his real estate license in 2013, he has focused on continuously educating himself on the ever-changing real estate market through industry designations and certifications such as the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Resort and Second Home Specialist (RSPS), and C2EX. Through this additional education, he has been equipped to provide stellar service throughout any real estate transaction and position his customer to procure the home of their dreams without the stress that many speak of. His unwavering patience throughout the real estate purchase experience ensures no customer feels rushed into a decision that they are not comfortable with, but instead find the home that fits their vision!
While not practicing real estate, you will find Derek volunteering with the Local and State Realtor Associations in various roles. Current and prior appointments include 2021-2024 Director for Florida Realtors & the Realtor Association of Sarasota Manatee, Finance Committee Member, 2024 Vice Chair of Professional Development Committee, Chair of the local Young Professional Network in 2020 and Chair of the Member Engagement committee in 2017, as well as a past graduate of the 2015 RASM Leadership Institute.
Originally born in Texas, Derek spent most of his life in Florida, growing up in the Orlando area and moved to Sarasota in 2013 after graduating from Florida State University with a Bachelor's in Finance in 2008.
While not practicing real estate, you will find Derek volunteering with the Local and State Realtor Associations in various roles. Current and prior appointments include 2021-2024 Director for Florida Realtors & the Realtor Association of Sarasota Manatee, Finance Committee Member, 2024 Vice Chair of Professional Development Committee, Chair of the local Young Professional Network in 2020 and Chair of the Member Engagement committee in 2017, as well as a past graduate of the 2015 RASM Leadership Institute.
Originally born in Texas, Derek spent most of his life in Florida, growing up in the Orlando area and moved to Sarasota in 2013 after graduating from Florida State University with a Bachelor's in Finance in 2008.
Home Types:
House, Condo, Lot/Land
Years of Experience:
13
Education:
Florida State University
Transaction History
- 1 Year
- 2 Year
- 5 Year
Areas Derek is Experienced In
Derek's Listings and Deals
Derek's Active Listings
Recently Sold
Awards and Designations
- NAR - National Association of Realtors
- CLHMS - Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
- RSPS - Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist
Other Experience
First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Military Families, Senior Communities, Luxury Homes, New Construction
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