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Meet The Scott Ingraham Real Estate Group!

When you hire Scott, you get.... Diane, Mario, Roger, Valerie,
Grady, Linda, Andrea, Lynn, Sonja and Kelly and more... for
free!
SCOTT
INGRAHAM, REALTOR®
- Scott hails from the state where people proudly
wear the moniker “cheesehead” and is the birthplace
of the snowmobile and ice cream sundae: Wisconsin. He relocated
here 33 years ago for the world’s most beautiful sugar
white beaches and stayed to enjoy his love for diving and
boating while leaving the Northern snow behind. His background
includes owning several successful businesses and the promotion
of international group travel. Scott is the lead agent of
six licensed Florida REALTORS® with additional support
staff that handle the presentation, marketing, and closing
of your property. There is no additional charge to our clients
for this enhanced representation. Many times we save our clients
thousands of dollars because of our team approach.
DIANE
INGRAHAM, BROKER, REALTOR®
- Originally from the same state as the Wisconsin
Badgers; Diane left the Badgers in the snow for the Florida
sand. Scott and Diane have been married for over 30 years
and both share their love for boating, an appreciation for
the "World's Most Beautiful Beaches", and taking
care of the "American Success Story: Ben". Diane
worked for one of the largest restaurant franchises in the
world for 25 years before joining Scott in the real estate
industry. Her background encompasses years of extensive experience
in general management, market analysis, business and personal
development with a focus on client satisfaction. As a well
rounded professional, Diane understands that superior client
service and dedication are smart business.
MARIO
GOBEL, REALTOR® - Mario
relocated to the Panama City area from South Florida where
he specialized in high-rise condominium, second, and vacation
home sales. If you are more comfortable speaking in Spanish,
Mario is one of a handful of bilingual agents in Bay County.
As a former United States Marine, he brings to the table his
aggressive, outgoing and always willing to go that extra mile
for you Marine demeanor! He is our resident expert for the
commercial and investment markets and our Bay Point Specialist,
where he resides, with his wife and two children.
ROGER
RIETSEMA, REALTOR® - Roger
relocated from Southern Illinois with over 20 years in the
sales and management field. He is our Senior Listing Agent
who knows how important a seller’s role is in a transaction
and understands their differing needs. A Summerwood homeowner
where he resides with his wife and two children and still
finds time to contribute as an active Boy Scout den leader.
VALERIE
BURNHAM, REALTOR® - Our
military liaison with active duty Navy status for the past
21 years, she can answer all your questions regarding relocating
to VA loans. She is an active member of the Chief Petty Officer
Association and the Fleet Reserve Association. Val is dedicated
to working closely with her customers and catering towards
a 24/7 commitment to your needs and locating properties with
great return on investment potential. She builds a strong
foundation in your confidence in making a wise and educated
decision to buy.
GRADY
STANLEY, REALTOR® - In
working with his clients, Grady uses the same focus on interpersonal
communications and performance excellence that brought him
success during his 36 years as an Healthcare Manager. He joins
our team after retiring from Bay Memorial after 25 years as
Radiology Director. Dedicated to his clients by passing along
the information they need to make smart decisions in this
fast-moving market, offering the patient guidance and attention
to detail that is valued as much by first-time buyers as it
is by seasoned pros.
PATTY
TAYLOR, REALTOR® - As an
Air Force dependent, Patty grew up on bases around the world
from Australia, Hawaii, and Europe. Her creative background
includes being awarded a voice and theatre scholarship to
starring in theatre performances of Jim Dale’s Barnum
and Fiddler on the Roof. By using her experience as a mother
of two with considerable knowledge of the school and its districts
enables her to identify the area of Bay County that best suits
your lifestyle. She has an extensive background in sales and
marketing. Her job is to watch-out for your best interest
providing her communication skills to ensure a fluid transaction.
An active member of the Chamber of Commerce, Kaleidoscope
Theatre, and Junior Service League.
LINDA
GRAVES, CLOSING COORDIANTOR - Linda tends to all
the details of your contract from acceptance to closing so
nothing slips through the cracks with our "No Stress"
closing philosophy! She maintains constant communication with
lenders, inspectors, title companies, appraisers, etc....
assuring you a smooth transaction all the way to closing!
She shares the same birthplace as the Kentucky Derby but has
been a Floirda resident for the past two decades. She likes
to spend her freetime with her grandchildren at the beach
or lounging at the pool.
ANDREA
HESS, LISTING COORDIANTOR - Andrea earned her Bachelor’s
of Science in Broadcast Journalism and Studio Art at Troy
University and has over 12 years experience in radio and television.
She handles all the details of your listing until a contract
is received. With an eye for writing descriptive copy that
evokes interaction and pairs your listing with custom photography
and unique Visual Tours presentations. She has won several
broadcasting awards with the Associated Press, is an alumni
of the National Broadcasters Association, and Master Scuba
Diver.
LYNN
WHITE, CONCIERGE - Lynn earned her degree from George
Washington University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in English.
She brings 20 years of real estate experience and is an East
Coast native with Louisiana ties. Taking care of our valued
clients from first impressions to lasting relationships, she
is our ambassador of southern hospitality.
KELLY
L. GELDERT, MARKETING DIRECTOR - A Pacific islander
educated in England and Canada that has called the Emerald
Coast home for the past 10 years. Her background includes
sales, software instruction, web and graphic design. She maintains
our public image through various media such as advertising,
vast web presence, and targeted marketing campaigns all utilizing
the latest technology. Spare weekends are spent with her husband
and two dogs on Pathfinder, their 38 foot cutter rig sloop.
SONJA
WOODS, SYSTEMS MANAGER - Recognizing how technology
and systems contribute to the foundation of a well working
team, Sonja organizes these office systems. She has 18 years
experience in business office administration and is always
on the edge of technology providing the positive results to
you. In her spare time, she is active in the local music industry
promoting musicians such as Kenny Rogers to bands like Styx
in relation to her husband's company Hess Promotions.
BEN
INGRAHAM, CEO - Ben is truly an American success
story. Originating from Columbia, South America and climbing
his way to the upper echelons by becoming CEO at age 33 of
one of the top producing Emerald Coast Real Estate Companies.
His first shot at management began at Exotic Aquatics Pet
Shop where the Ingraham's first let Ben take in the reins
of the family venture. Although there is an air of mystery
of his days before the Ingraham's, he has revealed after a
few bananas of his cohorting days with Willie Nelson in Nevada
and Texas. You can see more of Ben on his feature spots on
television, various advertising spots, and around town.
With over 27 years of local business and Real Estate experience,
the best is what we give you!
Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home,
a lot, or a condominium can be found here on my web site!
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