With more than 30 years in real estate and mortgage lending, Tom brings the essential combination of experience and knowledge to every transaction. He takes pride in offering service with a personal touch, and his insightful and supportive approach guides buyers and sellers to a rewarding experience.
Having worked in Seattle for most of his professional career - a city widely regarded as a “tech hub” -... more. Tom makes use of the latest technology to give his customers a distinct advantage. His background in handling multi-million dollar transactions streamlines the most complex of luxury sales; although his expertise extends to properties in all price ranges. Prior to joining Michael Saunders & Company, Tom was the owner and managing broker of Childers Real Estate Services, LLC. for 12 years. This experience at the helm of his own company gives Tom an elevated level of real estate expertise, a skill he has been building since first earning his license in 1978. Combined with his tenure as a mortgage loan officer and lender center manager, Tom’s complete range of knowledge makes the real estate process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Born in San Francisco, California, Tom lived and worked in Seattle for 29 years before moving to Sarasota County, FL. His experience building a new home in Florida has equipped Tom with great insight on the new construction process, which he happily passes on to his customers interested in a brand new home. Tom and his wife and real estate partner, Madeline, are passionate about the Florida lifestyle and sharing its merits with their customers. Outside of real estate, they enjoy gardening, bible studies and going to the beach. ...less.
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