What others have said…. Past Home Sales "For being 1st time home buyers, I thought it was going to be more nerve racking than it actually was. Rick was honest, and straight forward. He showed us the good, the bad, AND the ugly. A side of house hunting I never thought about. I would recommend Rick to anyone buying or selling. He gets the job done, and is a pleasure to work with. He's helped change our lives. Thanks Rick" Toni Graffa & Tim Briest, 1st time home buyers in north Tampa "Our decision to sell our home during a particularly challenging real estate market made choosing the right Realtor especially important. We chose Rick after interviewing many agents. Rick was able place our home under contract in less than one month. He made himself available whenever we had a question, and he stayed on top of every development during the process. We are now enjoying living in our new home, and can whole-heartedly recommend Rick to everyone, whether they are buying or selling." Kirk Slater and David Andrews, 809 W. Ohio Ave "Our experience was exceptional considering the market challenges this year in Tampa. Rick provided applicable suggestions for staging & prep, ample marketing and exposure, generous support, & effective use of his knowledge & experience in the Seminole Heights Area." Sheri & Stan Lidback, sellers of 1208 Crenshaw "When Rick arrived at our home to discuss the potential listing, he came prepared with comps to discuss the reality of the current market, market pricing and a selling strategy. He did not just rely on the exposure that a listing in the MLS system would provide, he also had a very comprehensive internet marketing strategy tailored to my historic home and to the savvy internet buyers of today. He promised me, during our initial meeting, that he would be prompt and attentive and do what it would take to get my home sold and I am very pleased to say that he truly lived up to his word... When we received an inquiry of interest from a potential buyer that was not familiar with the historic aspects of the neighborhood, Rick went out of his way to explain the intricacies of the area to the buyer and her agent and the justification for the pricing of the home. Needless to say, we had an offer within the week from them! When working with the appraiser, Rick made an effort to differentiate my home from the short sales and foreclosures that may have been used as comps. Additionally, he made an outstanding effort to make sure all the “i’s” were dotted and the “t’s” were crossed for an issue free closing. Communication with Rick was the least of my worries in this transaction – to say that he was prompt and attentive to my phone calls and e-mails would be an understatement – a refreshing change. The overall support, responsiveness, insights and advice I received from Rick were beyond compare. His solid knowledge of the market allowed us to position the home in the best light and get it sold within a reasonable timeframe in an unsure market. We will most certainly utilize his knowledge of the area and the market for our next home purchase." Greg Barnhill and Chuck Kaelin "I just want to thank you for all the help you gave us. Your knowledge of the Seminole Heights area and you first hand experience with older homes was greatly appreciated. The extra time you spent with us was above and beyond. Again, thank you for making this purchase a learning and pleasant experience." Yours truly Terry and Bev Gentry " ...shopping mostly by internet, with very little time in town for a decision. Rick zeroed in on issues important and put us in just the right place and space for our needs--just what Realtors are supposed to do but still leave people on both sides happy, which we definately are! Thanks!"             C. Hanley and L. Smith "Sara and I want to thank you for all your hard work in helping us find our first home. Your devotional attitude and appreciation of the neighborhood were an invaluable resource."   -Ken & Sara, happy homeowners and new Seminole Heights Neighbors " ...we wanted to live in Seminole Heights, but we weren't sure which realtor to use.  We chose Rick because of his expertise in this area, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made.  Rick is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, and he is an excellent listener as well!  After just a few conversations with Rick about our preferences and needs, he found us a number of houses that met all of our criteria.  We ended up in a great house that's in a perfect location for us.  Rick helped us immensely throughout the entire process, and even though we closed over a year ago, we still go to him for advice about home improvement and recommendations for skilled laborers.  He is always ready to offer his expertise, and we consider him an invaluable resource."     --Jennifer Bosson and Dave Davisson in Seminole Heights "Thanks Rick for showing us all the properties and we were really glad the first seller didn't respond on time, it gave us time to find the perfect home with your help. Also my wife was really glad you knew so much about all the different plants in the courtyard. And thanks for being so professional...I would not of had the patience you did. "   Randy and Penny Dean, new homeowners in Carrollwood Village     "...thank you for helping me through this home buying process.  I really do love the house and couldn't have made the move without your compassionate help and guidance." Jamie Pilarczyk, first time home buyer    "Rick was an absolute joy to work with. As a first time home buyer this was an exiting yet unnerving experience for me, so having a reliable and knowledgeable agent was key. It was clear to me that he has strong ties to the Seminole Heights community and genuinely cares for the neighborhood and its residents. Most importantly, I think Rick listened to all of the specifics I was looking for in a home, and found the perfect match for me. I couldn't be happier, or more satisfied. I feel completely confident recommending his services to anyone interested in buying or selling a home."              Courtney Ellison, Hampton Terrace resident. "We wanted to express to you are gratitude for helping us sell our property.  We sincerely feel that we could not have done it without you.  You went far above what would be considered standard realtor effort to make sure everthing was perfect.  Your knowledge of the marketplace, your eye for detail and your integrity are certainly a winning combination.        Over the last couple of years we have had many experiences across the country in real estate and by far dealing with you has been the best experience that we could ask for.  We can highly recommend to anyone that when they hire you... they are hiring the best!  Please have any of your potential clients call us if they need a referral."                Tom & Andrea DeFrancisco, Lake Wylie, SC                "Although it has been a couple of months since the closing on my new home, I have not forgotten how you helped me fulfill that dream.  Four realtors later, and me at the end of my wits, is when I met you.  I will admit I was skeptical at first...however, you immediately gained my trust and the rest is history. Your patience and determination prevailed as you kept looking for the perfect home for me and then we found my "Gingerbread House!" With all said and done, your diligence, perseverance and patience was outstanding.  I truely believe you were operating in my best interest and for that, I am most grateful." --Linda "Lou" Gomes, first time home owner " Like any good Realtor, Rick found me a home that I truly love at a good price.  But what was extraordinary was how much I learned in the process and how enjoyable it was getting to know him and Seminole Heights.  Rick is an expert on renovating and landscaping Florida bungalows.  As a first-time home buyer from up North, I came to trust his expertise.  The whole experience was comfortable, educational and ultimately rewarding"          Dr. David K. Johnson, professor USF   "We had worked with two other realtors who could not find what we were looking for.  Our participation in the city's first-time homebuyer program presented several challenges, but Rick met them all. My dad even told me "I never saw a real estate agent work so hard for his client." We were so pleased with his abilities that we have recommended him twice, once to a friend who he helped into her own first house, and later to my sister when she wanted to sell. They were both as happy as we were with the experience, and we would recommend Rick to anyone." --T.J. Weekes and Chris Schad, first time buyers "I wanted to thank you for all of the wonderful service you provided me over the last year in my house hunt, and my recent purchase of a home.  It took me over a year to purchase a home and I greatly appreciate you're patience, and consistently providing me with prompt and courteous service that whole time. I think most other Realtors would have become fed up with me after showing me house after house and I either wasn't interested in making an offer, or by the time I made up mind and decided I wanted to make an offer, the property was already under contract. In spite of all my hemming and hawing you stuck with me and remained positive and supportive and encouraged me to do what I felt was right, and didn't put any pressure on me to buy something I wasn't sure about. Thanks again for all of your patience, advise, and good service on the purchase of my wonderful home. I've already been recommending you to all of the people I know who are interested in either buying or selling a home." Cole Talty, CPA    south Tampa. "You made selling our house a calm and even fun experience. Your knowledge, support, and customer service led to a quick and  profitable sale. While we are both happy with 'quick and profitable,' it is your guidance and honesty we'll remember forever!" - Marky Spies and Ed Van de Wall