Bret Yates Realtor

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!

02/03/2026

You gotta try this and let me know how it goes!

Give your favorite AI tool the command “Make a caricature of me as a (fill in the blank) with all you already know about me.” It’s kinda scary how accurate it gets.

Although for the more accurate version for those who know me please see the comments below 😂

02/02/2026

Completed my Certified Buyers Agent Certification!!!

Certifications are very important when you look for an agent and let me tell you why. Those letters represent training, proven expertise, and a higher level of professionalism:

1. Specialized knowledge = better outcomes

Certifications aren’t handed out for free. Realtors have to complete advanced education and often demonstrate real-world experience. That means your agent may be specially trained in areas like:
• Negotiation strategies
• Working with buyers vs. sellers
• Luxury, relocation, or investment properties
• Navigating tough or shifting markets

That extra knowledge can literally save you money—or help you win a home you might otherwise lose.

2. Commitment to excellence (not “bare minimum”)

Every Realtor has to meet basic licensing requirements. Certified Realtors choose to go beyond that. It’s a sign they:
• Invest in their craft
• Stay up-to-date on laws, contracts, and market
trends
• Take their responsibility to clients seriously

That mindset usually shows up in how they communicate, prepare, and advocate for you.

3. Stronger ethics and accountability

Many certifications require adherence to strict ethical standards and ongoing education. That gives you peace of mind knowing your agent is held to a higher bar and is less likely to cut corners.

4. Better guidance in big life decisions

Buying or selling a home isn’t just a transaction—it’s a major life moment. A certified Realtor is often better equipped to:
• Explain options clearly
• Anticipate problems before they happen
• Guide you calmly through stressful moments

As an agent with years of experience, I find there is always room to grow! I’m excited to be better equipped to serve you!!!

01/31/2026

OPEN HOUSE!!!

Join me today 12-2 pm at 15306 Spruson St., Odessa

Come check out this one-of-a-kind, decked out, gorgeous home nestled in a quiet neighborhood of Odessa! This home sits on almost an acre of land and offers an impressive 4,690 square foot of well designed living and entertaining space including a custom cabinetry kitchen, a fully fitted theater room, and so much more! Take a step outside to the heated pool overlooking a scenic backyard that you normally see at resorts. The property also has a large temperature controlled separate garage perfect for a workshop or housing extra toys, along with double driveways, RV hookup, koi pond, and pretty much anything you could ask for in a home! So stop on by and check it out or take a look by clicking below 🙂

https://us-east.prospects.com/prospects/m.do?tk=18e70bfe494c0e362af6b695c257722b

01/30/2026

Big congrats to both the Sellers and Buyers 👏 🎉🏡

We have two more beautiful homes coming up this spring in the desirable neighborhoods of Heritage Harbor and Cheval located in some of Florida’s highest rated school districts with all A+ ratings. If you are still searching for a home and not finding what you’re looking for or need to sell your home, I would love to help!