Bret Yates Realtor

08/28/2026

It has been one busy summer! Family time, vacations, pool, beach days, church, projects…love it all! But a huge highlight this summer has been the many families we’ve helped buy and sell their home! To my clients and friends, thank you so much for your continued trust!

08/27/2026

07/08/2026

I say often say, “My job is less about sales, and more about serving!”

Thank you to all my friends and clients for the opportunity to serve you by meeting and exceeding your real estate needs! It’s an honor helping you through such a big decision and investment.

06/09/2026

What a journey for this family!!!

They had an incredible opportunity that brought them from northeast Ohio to the great Sunshine State to work with our very own Tampa Bay Rays ⚾️ 🏟️

Competing offers, negotiating enough time to allow the kiddos to finish their school year, and a move across the country just down the road from us…totally worth it! I love that Real Estate not only allows me to make happy clients, but also lifetime friends 😊

Congrats you guys on your beautiful home and exciting new chapter in life!

06/03/2026

Seriously, a good agent makes all the difference when selling your home!!! My goal for selling your home is simple:

1) Sell for as much as possible!
2) Sell as quickly as possible!
3) Sell with the least amount of inconvenience to you!

That’s why I handle EVERYTHING! Services I provide include:

✅ Free Market Analysis of your home

✅ Top notch, professional photography, videography, and virtual walkthrough to highlight your home

✅ Professional cleaning

✅ Home Staging

✅ Bigger market through advertising, network of agents, and partnering affiliates

✅ Network of professionals to handle any and all home repairs

✅ Help with moving costs

The list goes on! Also, I am passionate about serving and giving back to the community! Know when you choose me as your agent, I am here to not only serve you as much as possible, but all of those around you as well!

➡️ 10% of ALL PROCEEDS are DONATED to local community outreach!!!
➡️ Weekly VOLUNTEERING to help give back to the community!!!

Please let me know what I can do to serve you or someone you know!

06/02/2026

Completed my Expert Listing Agent Certification!!!

When choosing a real estate agent, look beyond the license and ask about their certifications.

Professional certifications mean your agent has invested in additional education and specialized training to better serve his clients. Whether it’s advanced negotiation skills, buyer representation, or market expertise, these credentials can make a huge difference in your experience and results.

Buying or selling a home is such a big financial decision. Working with an agent who is committed to ongoing learning can give you confidence every step of the way.

🏡 Experience matters.
📚 Education matters.
🤝 Having the right advocate matters.

Before hiring an agent, ask: “What certifications have you earned, and how do they benefit me?”

06/01/2026

Congrats to my clients on their beautiful new home!!!🏡 🔑 🙌

The month of May has been a busy one to say the least! But simply put, I love every minute of it!

We helped a Veteran navigate her very first home purchase, long-time friends buy the perfect fit home for their next season of life and beating out 6 other offers, a family find the home they had been dreaming of after searching for over 2 years, and 2 others from start to finish and beyond buying and selling just this month!

I love success stories like these!

✅ $87,000 negotiated in savings for my friends and clients this month alone

✅ Post occupancy negotiated to make the moving process manageable

✅ Tackle obstacles like an appraisal gap, foundation repair, VA requirements, etc. and still be able to close on time and early

✅ Guiding clients purchasing a home from out of state

Whether you are buying or selling, I would love the opportunity to serve you by meeting and exceeding your Real Estate needs! Please feel free to call or text me at (813)480-4408. I look forward to talking soon 😊

05/15/2026

I LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! making home dreams come true! Please let me know what I can do to help you or someone you know 😁

Call or text anytime!!!
(813)480-4408

Congratulations to our Top 25 for April 2026!

05/05/2026

New Listing!!!

✅ Turn Key

✅ Spacious 4 bedroom/3 bathroom + Office

✅ Approximately 3,000 sq ft of living space

✅ 3 car garage

✅ New flooring, paint, fence, and more

✅ A+ School District

✅ Desirable Neighborhood of Heritage Harbor

✅ Only $639,000!!!

Come see it for yourself! I’m happy to get you scheduled! Just text or call (813)480-4408.

02/09/2026

Hey! Are you or someone you know moving to another state? Please don’t trust Google or Zillow to find your next agent.

One of the smartest moves you can make is letting your trusted real estate agent refer you to a top agent in your new state.

Here’s why 👇
✔️ You get a vetted, proven professional
✔️ Strong local market knowledge you can’t Google
✔️ Built-in accountability between agents
✔️ Smoother communication and fewer surprises
✔️ No extra cost to you

Good agents protect their reputation—so they only refer clients to agents they trust to deliver the same high level of care. They’re referring someone they’ve worked with, trust, and can vouch for—often another experienced agent with a strong track record and similar values.

Whether you’re relocating for work, family, or a fresh start, this small step can make a huge difference in your experience.

At the end of the day, it’s all about trust. If you already trust your agent with one of the biggest financial decisions of your life… why wouldn’t you trust their professional network too?

If you’re thinking about moving out of state, message me. I promise to connect you with the right agent — wherever life takes you. As an agent who has helped countless families move across states to great success, I would love to help you!