No Better Place, No Better Time
In 2014, Dan undertook a significant move from Chicago to St. Petersburg, marking a transition after more than two decades in the high-end interior design industry. Seizing the opportunity to relocate to the Tampa Bay Area alongside his husband, they fully embraced the change. Dan swiftly fell in love with St. Pete and the abundant offerings of the Tampa Bay area, deeming it an absolute utopia. Leveraging his relocation experience, Dan has become a guiding force for numerous individuals seeking to trade snow boots for flip-flops.
With a distinct perspective honed by his extensive design background, Dan brings a valuable dimension to the real estate industry. His discerning eye proves beneficial for both first-time and experienced buyers, assisting them in envisioning a home's potential. Dan's design expertise becomes evident in his adeptness at expertly stage a home for listing.
As a member of The Platinum Group, Dan collaborates with fellow members to form a dynamic team committed to ensuring client satisfaction. Their collective expertise spans various fields, allowing them to excel in addressing a range of real estate needs. From market trends and first-time home buyers to 1031 exchanges, new construction, second homes, condos, and more, the team showcases adaptability and proficiency in navigating the complexities of the real estate industry.
Whether guiding families through relocation, assisting first-time home buyers, supporting VA buyers, or helping clients find their second homes, Dan's unwavering dedication to delivering top-notch service is evident in the numerous five-star reviews he has earned.
In 2000, lifelong friends Connie Lancaster and Cynthia Serra decided to combine their love of real estate and their passion for restoring old homes and formed The Platinum Group.
Dan joined the team in 2014 and together, as full time Realtors, they have combined their talents from their multiple fields of expertise and formed a team focused on client satisfaction. That is evident as the majority of their business is from referrals from previous home buyers and sellers. Their extensive knowledge on market trends, first time home buyers, 1031 exchanges, new construction, second home and condos, to name a few, showcases their ability to adapt and work within every aspect of the real estate industry and the curve balls it may throw. Combine that with Smith’s amazing marketing team, and you have a powerhouse team that has proven to be successful over the years.
Their passion for giving back to the community combined with their love and knowledge of the Tampa Bay Area, you know you have a dedicated team that you can trust to get the job done. No matter how large or small the purchase or sale of the home may be, The Platinum Group is dedicated to you! As we like to say, “No Better Place, No Better Time, No Better Team!