BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES JOHN BROCATO

Atlantic Beach, FL (04/06/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome John Brocato to the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

                John, a founding member of Delmarva Wings, Inc., has many years of experience in developing and managing retail/restaurant/entertainment properties and is currently affiliated with Hooters of America, LLC(HOA). Associated with the Hooters franchise system since its early inception, John worked on leasing arrangements between HOA and the former Rouse Company projects in Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Colorado, and Maryland. These early real estate transactions in prominent tourist destinations were a catalyst for HOA expansion to over 420 locations in 44 states and 26 countries.

                Recently, John completed the mandated Real Estate Sales Associate Licensing Course and received his Sales Associate in Real Estate license. When asked why he joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty, John states, “I enjoy being an independent contractor – it allows me to set my own goals to achieve – and I am happy to align myself with the success of a quality brand. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is that brokerage, a quality brand with a history of high success and opportunity behind it.”

                John was also a founding member of Caribbee Associates, LLC, a Florida-based company that owned and operated the Neptune Beach location of Caribbee Key. During this time, John’s family grew to include a son and a daughter. For many years John’s children attended the DePaul School of Northeast Florida, and John became a member of their Board of Directors. He continues serving in that capacity today.

“John is a great addition to our team of professionals. His experience in all levels of real estate, along with his tenacity and desire for high achievement will serve his clients well. He’s a star in the making. John will now be able to leverage our global powerhouse brand to add more value to the local and personal service he provides. The best of both worlds for his clients,” shares Don Cline, Assistant General Manager and Broker/Manager of the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

For more information, John can be reached by phone at 904.874.5869 or at John.Brocato@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: JBrocato.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office is located at 375-1 Atlantic Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES BERNADETTE BARRERA

Jacksonville, FL (04/05/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Bernadette Barrera to the Mandarin/St. Johns office.

Prior to becoming a Realtor, Bernadette was the volunteer coordinator for the United Services Organization (USO) in Dubai, as well as a travel consultant for the US Military with Carlson Wagonlit Sato Travel. When asked about these experiences, Bernadette states, “As a travel consultant for our military, for over seventeen years, I worked directly with service men and women booking their official travel. I was their trusted advisor the ensure they received their travel entitlements and that their trip went smoothly. Working for the USO was gratifying and rewarding for me. I worked with a wonderful group of volunteers who were proud of our military, and proud that we can help them connect with family and friends back home.”

Bernadette has called northeast and central Florida her home for the last fifteen years – her parents retired here in 2002 and Bernadette and her family established their permanent address here while her husband was in the military. Having moved six times with her soldier has given Bernadette a personal understanding of what other military families go through, and she is eager to continue helping them as a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty.

Although new to real estate as a Realtor, Bernadette is intimately familiar with buying and selling homes as a client. Her husband and she have purchased and sold four homes while in the military. Bernadette states, “I enjoy doing the research and learning about the different neighborhoods in our area. When we moved, we always looked for the best schools for our children, and this is the knowledge that I am excited to share with my clients as their Realtor.”

“Having Bernadette join Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is very exciting! Her background not only as a military spouse but also working with military personnel and families professionally will benefit her clients. We can’t wait to see how high her star will rise,” shares Christine Scalf, Broker/Manager of the Mandarin/St. Johns office.

For more information, Bernadette can be reached by phone at 912.271.1415 or at Bernadette.Barrera@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: BBarrera.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The Mandarin/St. Johns office is located at 11576 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32223.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES CATHERINE CEDENO

Fleming Island, FL (04/05/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Catherine Cedeno to the Fleming Island/Orange Park office.

Catherine was raised in the former Canal Zone (US Territory) and is a fifth generation “Zonie” to live, work and raise a family in the Panama Canal area. While living there, Catherine had a rewarding career with the Panama Canal Commission – providing expertise to senior management in matters pertaining to Labor and Employee Relations Management and Human Resources Management. After retiring in 1999, she traveled to Spain with her husband for his employment at US Naval Air Station, Rota. While in Europe, they were able to travel extensively, and in 2006 they returned to the United States and settled in Jacksonville.

Joining Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty as a Realtor, Catherine is eager to help her clients buy or sell their dream homes. Though new to real estate, Catherine believes that this will be an exhilarating and rewarding second career, and she is looking forward to serving her Northeast Florida community in all their real estate needs. Catherine states, “I joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty because after speaking with Linda Benson, the Fleming Island Office Broker, I felt that their mission, goals, and values are a good fit for me as I embark on this new chapter. I am particularly impressed with their comprehensive training program and commitment to their new agent’s success.”

Catherine is a member of the Panama Canal Society, Panama Canal Museum, and a Roosevelt Medal Descendant. She attended the University of Maryland University Europe and is an alumna of Phi Theta Kappa. Catherine enjoys playing guitar and cello, and was the Leader for Music Ministry at St. Mary’s Church in Balboa, Rep. of Panama, and co-lead for music liturgy at Naval Air Station, Rota, Spain. When not working, Catherine enjoys being together with her family – her husband and she take every opportunity to celebrate with their three children and granddaughter.

“I am so pleased to have Catherine join our Fleming Island office. With her unique background – both being raised in the former Canal Zone, and as part of a military family – she will be able to empathize with her clients, many who will be military families themselves. I am excited to see her succeed,” shares Linda Benson, Broker/Manager of the Fleming Island/Orange Park office.

For more information, Catherine can be reached by phone at 904.930.1542 or at Catherine.Cedeno@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: CCedeno.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The Fleming Island/Orange Park office is located at 3535 Highway 17, Suite 10, Fleming Island, FL 32003.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES DIANE THAYER

St. Augustine, FL (04/04/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Diane Thayer to the St. Augustine office with locations in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village.

Diane joins Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty with a passion for helping others. With a background as a Retail Software Trainer and with customer support, Diane is eager to begin building relationships with her clients and to begin helping them through their real estate transactions.

Diane has lived in Northeast Florida for over a decade, though she grew up in North Carolina. Some of her fondest childhood memories include summers spent farming and fixing up homes that her family purchased for resale, now known as “flipping.” She states, “It was hard work, but I loved it!” and this resolve will serve her well as a Realtor.

Diane has been happy married for over thirty years and loves to travel, read, and spend time at the beach in her spare time.

“We are excited to welcome Diane to our Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty family. Diane has a ‘get it done,’ decisive personality and she will be a great asset to our office,” shares Ann King, Broker/Manager of the St. Augustine and Murabella at World Golf Village offices.

For more information, Diane can be reached by phone at 904.814.9467 or at Diane.Thayer@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: DThayer.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The St. Augustine offices in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village are located at 112 Sea Grove Main Street, Suite 210, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 and 196 Capulet Drive, Suite 3, St. Augustine, FL 32092.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES CASEY JOHNSON

Atlantic Beach, FL (04/04/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Casey Johnson to the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

                Casey Johnson has made Ponte Vedra his home for nearly three decades – spending nearly all of his life at the beach. With this local knowledge, Casey is able to help his clients by understanding their needs and wants when looking for their next home, finding the not only the perfect house but the perfect community for them.

                Previously working for a building contractor in Ponte Vedra Beach, Casey has years of experience remodeling homes in Atlantic, Neptune, Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach areas. Having worked in so many older homes at the beach, he has the experience to recognize the potential that updating and remodeling can bring – to customize his client’s homes to their modern day standards and needs. Whether it involves just updating a bathroom or kitchen, to creating a more functional floor plan, Casey’s background allows him to help his clients visualize – and realize – their perfect home.

                When asked about what Casey enjoys most about living in Northeast Florida, he enthusiastically states, “I really appreciate the diverse range of activities that our area offers. Living at the beach – there’s an endless amount of recreational activities to be done. From surfing when there are waves, to fishing or diving when it’s calm, and beach volleyball as well!” Casey’s love of travel and the outdoors is evident in all that he does.

“We are very glad that Casey has joined our Beaches Office. His unique skills and knowledge will be a true help to his clients – from his experience of building and renovating homes to his knowledge of the neighborhoods of the Beaches – he’ll be able to help his clients find or create the home of their dreams and make the experience enjoyable,” shares Don Cline, Assistant General Manager and Broker/Manager of the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

For more information, Casey can be reached by phone at 904.472.7433 or at Casey.Johnson@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: CJohnson.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office is located at 375-1 Atlantic Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES LAURA LEE PAGE

St. Augustine, FL (04/04/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Laura Lee to the St. Augustine office with locations in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village.

Laura Lee Page joins the St. Augustine office with a background in sales – previously a Department Manager at Nordstrom, she has experience with merchandising, teambuilding and as an assistant buyer. Now, Laura Lee is ready to turn her discerning eye from clothes to homes. She knows that helping her clients find a house that is perfect for their specific needs is the best part of being a Realtor – turning a house into a home.

Laura Lee is the mother of two beautiful daughters and loves the water, beautiful Florida sunsets, and kayaking the natural springs of Northeast Florida. When asked about her life philosophy, Laura states, “I believe in living life to the fullest and in choosing a career you’re passionate about will, in turn, make you more successful. I believe in working smarter, not harder, and where there’s a will, there’s a way.”

“I have great expectations for Laura Lee. She has a plan, and a ‘can do’ attitude. Laura Lee’s drive and commitment to excellence are right in line with the service we provide our clients at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty,” shares Ann King, Broker/Manager of the St. Augustine and Murabella at World Golf Village offices.

For more information, Laura Lee can be reached by phone at 904-806-4911 or at LauraLee.Page@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: LPage.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The St. Augustine offices in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village are located at 112 Sea Grove Main Street, Suite 210, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 and 196 Capulet Drive, Suite 3, St. Augustine, FL 32092.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES EVAN O’SHEA

Atlantic Beach, FL (04/05/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome Evan O’Shea to the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

                A former Naval Aircrew/Crew Chief with the United States Navy and former Captain with the City of Jacksonville Ocean Rescue Evan O’Shea recognizes that discipline and hard work results in success. Evan achieved the Master Training Specialist designation during his time in the Navy – a designation that shows that the MTS-qualified instructor has demonstrated highly effective teaching skills and has taken leadership roles in mentoring. While stationed at NAS Pensacola Evan also helped to train NASA pilots in water survival.

                Throughout each position that Evan has held, one constant is his determination to achieve success – a valuable skill that will allow him to facilitate his clients through the buying and selling process. Evan states, “My desire to align with the best has led me to become a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty. The experience of helping families find their perfect home is what drives me as a Realtor, and I know that all of the tools provided for me by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty will allow me to succeed.”

“Evan’s background in the military, his worth ethic and his training will only air him in his new career as a Realtor! With such a large military presence in Jacksonville, Evan’s ability to understand the unique wants and needs that military families have is essential, and his ability to work within their – sometimes tight – timelines will allow his clients to have a stress-free real estate experience,” shares Don Cline, Assistant General Manager and Broker/Manager of the Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office.

For more information, Evan can be reached by phone at 904.466.3679 or at Evan.OShea@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and website: EOShea.FloridaNetworkRealty.com. The Beaches/Intracoastal West and Southside office is located at 375-1 Atlantic Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233.

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY WELCOMES THE GONZALES AND THOMAS REALTY GROUP

St. Augustine, FL (04/04/17) – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty is pleased to welcome the Gonzales and Thomas Realty Group to the St. Augustine office with locations in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village.

Regina Gonzales and Michelle Thomas of the Gonzales and Thomas Realty Group is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate needs! Regina and Michelle were both born and raised in St. Augustine and their passion for our Oldest City and wonderful community have driven them to real estate success. The Gonzales and Thomas Realty Group specializes in Historic Downtown, the pristine sandy beaches and all surrounding areas of fabulous St. Augustine.

With over twenty-five years of successful and personal experience in Real Estate, the Gonzales and Thomas Realty Group is able to give their client’s listings more exposure to get your property sold faster and easier! They are dedicated to their customers and promise to be with you every step of the way to make the home buying or selling process as easy as possible.

Regina and Michelle state, “We would be delighted to share our expert knowledge of how we are going to sell your home quickly or help you to buy your dream home. So if you’re thinking of buying or selling your home on Florida’s First Coast, contact us today!”

“Regina and Michelle have a strong customer service attitude and understand the importance of accomplishing what the customer needs! With the advance technology that Berkshire Hathaway Homes Services Florida Network Realty offers their customers, we are sure the partnership will be successful! I am excited to have them on our team always raising the bar of Real Estate,” shares Ann King, Broker/Manager of the St. Augustine and Murabella at World Golf Village offices.

For more information, Regina Gonzales & Michelle Thomas can be reached by phone at 386.344.7022 and 904.315.8249 or at Regina.Gonzales@FloridaNetworkRealty.com, and Michelle.Thomas@FloridaNetworkRealty.com and at their website: StAugustineHomePros.com. The St. Augustine offices in St. Augustine Beach and Murabella at World Golf Village are located at 112 Sea Grove Main Street, Suite 210, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 and 196 Capulet Drive, Suite 3, St. Augustine, FL 32092.

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