ROG Beyond Clearwater, FL

09/25/2026

Some brokerages feel like collections of individual businesses. Realty ONE Group Beyond is built to feel different.

Our UNbrokerage “coolture” is not a slogan. It’s the day-to-day experience of being surrounded by agents who genuinely help each other, celebrate shared wins, and stay connected to the Tampa Bay market.

It means leadership is accessible. It means modern tools and a modern brand without layers of unnecessary corporate red tape. It means having a brokerage that feels like a team, not a franchise of strangers.

For newly licensed agents, it’s a strong, connected place to begin. For seasoned professionals and teams, it’s a community that respects how you already work while giving you a place to collaborate, contribute, and belong.

This is not about internal competition. It’s about raising the standard together.

If you’re looking for a brokerage culture that feels authentic, local, and genuinely collaborative, let’s have a confidential conversation about whether Realty ONE Group Beyond’s coolture fits how you want to build your business.



Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185.

09/25/2026

Florida’s growth story is changing—and real estate is part of that story. 🌴🏡

Florida has long been one of the country’s fastest-growing states, but recent economic insights show that migration and population growth are evolving. Understanding these trends matters because population changes can influence housing demand, home prices, rental markets, and future development.

For real estate professionals, buyers, sellers, and investors, keeping an eye on who is moving to Florida and where growth is happening can provide valuable insight into the market ahead.

📖 Want to learn more? Read the full Florida Realtors economic insight: https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2025/03/floridas-growth-story-changing-florida-realtors-economic-insights?utm_source=chatgpt.com

09/23/2026

Your real estate business can be about more than the next transaction.

At Realty ONE Group Beyond, ONE Cares reflects a simple belief: the community we serve should feel the impact of the work we do. Through the UNbrokerage culture of giving back, agents have the opportunity to show up for Tampa Bay by supporting meaningful community efforts alongside the people who live and work here.

Because when you serve your community consistently, you build more than visibility. You build genuine relationships, trust, and a deeper connection to the place you call home.

We support newly licensed agents, seasoned professionals, and teams who want to build a thriving real estate business while contributing to something bigger. Side by side with a brokerage that shows up, your business can have purpose beyond transactions.

If giving back is part of your definition of success, let’s have a confidential conversation about whether Realty ONE Group Beyond is the right fit for your business and your values.



Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185.

09/23/2026

Most wins don’t come with a headline.
They come from daily movement.
That’s the Macro Minute Challenge: ONE minute each night to reflect on how you won today — how you made progress, stayed intentional, and became a little more UNstoppable than yesterday.
Stack the days.
Build the momentum.
READ MORE HERE: https://www.realtyonegroup.com/.../macro-minute-winning...

09/22/2026

You built the team. You trained the agents. You paid the marketing bill. So why is someone else collecting a split on every closing?

At Realty ONE Group Beyond, real estate teams keep more of what they earn through a 100% commission model with one simple fee structure, no splits, no junk fees, and a low annual fee cap.

But team growth takes more than compensation.

Our in-house marketing team helps strengthen your team’s identity and visibility instead of absorbing it into a corporate template. Brokerage leads are designed to feed team production, not just individual agents. And the zONE business dashboard gives team leaders visibility into production, pipeline, and performance in one place, so you can coach your people instead of chasing spreadsheets.

ONE.U, with 7,000+ courses, and RevUP mentorship help new team members ramp up faster, reducing the time leaders spend fixing the basics.

Culture and support matter just as much as compensation when deciding where to hang your license. Team leaders deserve a brokerage partner that invests in their growth, not bureaucracy that gets in the way.

If you lead a team, or you’re an experienced agent ready to build one, let’s have a confidential conversation about moving your business.

Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185



Team leaders: What matters most when deciding where to move a team, compensation, marketing support, leads, or culture? Which one has been hardest to get right?

Let Realty ONE Group Beyond help you find the home of your dreams in Clearwater and the surrounding areas. Professional real estate agents, in-depth market reports, home evaluations, and more.

09/22/2026

The Clearwater Beach number nobody puts on the flyer: the headline price is only the beginning.

This fall, the median Clearwater Beach sale price is sitting near $725,000, while homes are averaging roughly 70–72 days on market. Well-prepared buyers are successfully negotiating roughly 7% below asking, proving that list price and sale price are two different conversations in this market.

The numbers that truly drive value and risk are often found in the diligence: flood insurance cost and availability, elevation and flood zone, building age, roof and systems condition, and the financial health of the HOA or condo association, including reserve funding, pending assessments, and milestone inspections.

One well-timed inspection or insurance quote can change a deal’s economics more than another open house. These are the details that separate a good purchase from an expensive lesson.

Sellers: when buyers are negotiating, the winning strategy is not simply a lower price. It is pre-emptive diligence. Have insurance quotes, elevation certificates, inspection reports, association financials, and documentation of recent improvements ready so buyers have fewer reasons to discount their offer.

Buyers and investors: underwrite the true monthly cost of ownership, not just the purchase price, and be ready to move when the right property appears.

Realty ONE Group Beyond agents help clients prepare the right documentation and evaluate true costs on both sides of the transaction.

What is holding your transaction back right now: insurance quotes, HOA financials, repairs, or price expectations? Share what you are seeing on Clearwater Beach this fall.

Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185

Let Realty ONE Group Beyond help you find the home of your dreams in Clearwater and the surrounding areas. Professional real estate agents, in-depth market reports, home evaluations, and more.

09/22/2026

Another wave of buyers is arriving in Tampa Bay, and they’re not comparing us to Miami anymore. They’re comparing us to London and Dubai.

These ultra-wealthy relocators may already own residences in London, Dubai, and New York. They aren’t chasing a bargain or simply looking for a primary investment. They’re adding Tampa Bay as a lifestyle property: choosing water access, understated design, discretion, walkable coastal town centers, and a lifestyle that feels relaxed rather than flashy.

The Clearwater–Dunedin corridor offers water-adjacent living at a price point still below Miami and Naples luxury markets, without giving up Gulf access, architectural quality, or design appeal.

For sellers of high-end properties, this buyer is looking beyond square footage and a spec sheet. They value architecture, condition, privacy, renovations of the right caliber, and a believable story about how the home is lived in. Presentation and positioning for an out-of-state or international audience matter.

For buyers, quality inventory in these corridors can move quickly. Competing for the right property requires preparation, local guidance, and a clear understanding of flood insurance, elevation, and waterfront maintenance realities.

Realty ONE Group Beyond’s agents provide the local expertise and professional guidance buyers and sellers need to compete in this segment.

If money were no object, would you choose an understated waterfront retreat or a showpiece estate in Tampa Bay, and why?

Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185

09/22/2026

🍂🏡 WELCOME TO FALL AT ROG BEYOND! 🏡🍂

09/21/2026

Tampa Bay homeowners, buyers, and sellers: Florida’s proposed property-tax amendment deserves a closer look, not a guess.

On November 3, 2026, voters will decide whether to approve a constitutional amendment requiring at least 60% approval. If approved, it would take effect January 1, 2027. Until then, current law applies.

What could change?

The homestead exemption for non-school levies could rise to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, with inflation indexing beginning in 2029. The separate $25,000 homestead exemption for school district levies would remain.

The annual assessment increase cap for non-homestead property (such as rentals, second homes, and commercial property) could drop from 10% to 5%.

People who establish Florida residency on or after January 1, 2027, could receive a $50,000 exemption for their first five years before aligning with the enhanced resident exemption.

Implementation details would depend on subsequent legislation, and the outcome is not guaranteed.

The practical takeaway? Ownership costs and carrying costs matter. Buyers comparing a homestead with an investment property, owners planning ahead, and sellers evaluating how a buyer’s cost of ownership shapes purchasing power should review their assumptions now. Timing a purchase or sale may deserve a thoughtful conversation, not speculation.

This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Consult your CPA or attorney for guidance on your situation.

Tampa Bay buyers, sellers, and owners: reach out for a confidential conversation about how this proposal and today’s market fit your plans.



Chris Ziebell, Broker/Owner, Realty ONE Group Beyond, [email protected], 727-515-2185.

09/21/2026

Your growth starts here. 📚

At Realty ONE Group Beyond, we don't just hand you a desk : we invest in your success. Through ONE.U, our online learning platform, you get access to 7,000+ courses covering everything from listing strategies and negotiation to marketing and the latest industry tech.

Whether you're a brand-new licensee or a seasoned pro, ONE.U meets you where you are and helps you level up every single day.

Join a brokerage built to help you grow.
👉 Learn more: rogbeyond.com

Chris Ziebell | Broker/Owner
Realty ONE Group Beyond
[email protected] | 727-515-2185