The best way to describe what we do is to refer to myself as a Sherpa. That means I am your guide through the entire purchase process from start to finish. I cannot make decisions for you nor can I tell you exactly what to do. I am your personal library and can give you answers or point you in the right direction to obtain those answers. I am NOT a lawyer, mortgage lender, inspector, financial advisor, surveyor, or appraiser.
Real Estate Agents and Realtors are technically the same thing but with a major difference (more on that in the next article), however we both can tackle the same thing. Here is a list of what services we provide:
- Residential Property (first home, second home, buying, selling, rentals)
- Commercial Property (purchasing, leasing, selling)
- Business Opportunities (purchasing, selling)
- Consulting Services (think real estate portfolio est. value and how quick to sell)
We are able to service the entire state of Florida but to fulfill our obligation of fiduciary responsibilities it’s best that we define our service area and stick to it. For example, my service area is from Ormond Beach/Flagler to Lakeland. Depending on the price point and client/customer I will extend that area.
If a client/customer was outside of my service area, I would refer them to another agent I know and trust in the area in exchange for a portion of the commission earned, this does work across state lines too.
Check out my book on Amazon with the link below where you can find all of this information and more!
One thing that most buyers and sellers get wrong is the representation that agents bring. You would assume that we directly represent the party we are affiliated with, but that assumption would be wrong. In Florida, all agents/brokers are to be assumed as a Transaction Agent/Broker. That means we are a neutral party and provide transparency and honesty to all parties involved. We treat everyone fairly. We are the point of contact for you while providing information to you, but we cannot make the decision for you. We do what you tell us to do.
Now, we can have direct representation and only represent you in the transaction but we must sign different documents and disclose this information. It is not the standard of practice and is usually left for Attorneys.
About the Author
Nick Swinehart writes about leadership and life through real-world decisions, where clarity, responsibility, and long-term thinking matter more than certainty. Drawing from experience in education, entrepreneurship, family life, and real estate, his work explores how people navigate complex choices without theatrics or shortcuts. His essays are written for those who value substance over noise.
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