SOPHIA SANCHEZ MAKES SURPRISING MOVE to SMITH & ASSOCIATES

SOPHIA SANCHEZ, an independent broker, celebrates 20 Years in Tampa Real Estate with a surprising move to join SMITH & ASSOCIATES

Tampa, FL - In a significant career milestone, esteemed real estate professional Sophia Nakis Sanchez is pleased to announce her transition to Smith & Associates Real Estate as a Broker-Associate, marking her 20th anniversary in the industry.

Sophia has been a prominent figure in Tampa Bay's real estate scene, having spent the past decade leading her own successful brokerage and the previous ten years with Coldwell Banker. Her decision to join Smith & Associates reflects her commitment to elevating client experiences and continuing her journey of excellence in the industry.

"I am thrilled to begin this new chapter with Smith & Associates," said Sophia. "For the past 20 years, I've dedicated myself to delivering top-tier service and expertise to my clients. Aligning with the Smith brand allows her to expand these efforts with the full support of a highly reputable firm that shares her values of integrity, innovation, and client-focused service.”

Sophia's move to Smith & Associates is driven by her desire to offer her clients a larger support team behind the scenes. This transition will enable her to spend more time personally engaging with clients one-on-one rather than balancing the demands of running a brokerage. As a single mother to a second-generation Plant High School student, Sophia recognizes the importance of focusing on what matters most: deepening relationships and enhancing the client experience. "My goal is to deepen relationships with my peers and leverage the Smith & Associates brand to my clients' advantage," Sophia added. "I am always looking to improve the lives of others, and this move is a step forward in that mission.”

Joining SMITH&ASSOCIATES with her team, Sophia brings a wealth of knowledge and a suite of prestigious real estate designations that take time and experience to procure, including CIPS, CRS, ABR, GRI, and CLHMS Guild Elite. These designations underline her specialized skills in serving local and international clients, offering unparalleled guidance in residential transactions, luxury real estate, and client representation.

Sophia's excellence in the field has been widely recognized in print and television including FOX13 with relevant local news affecting homeowners. She was awarded Best of South Tampa in 2021 by Tampa Magazine. In 2022, she was named a Finalist for Tampa Magazine's Best of the City and has been nominated again this year for Best of the City, and Best of the Bay by Tampa Bay Times.

Sophia's decision to align with Smith & Associates is not only about business; it's about shared values. "I specifically selected Smith & Associates for their strong support of local arts and local culture, which deeply resonates with my values," she stated. In addition to her professional endeavors, Sophia deeply connects to Tampa, with her family's roots tracing back to the 1940s. Three generations of her family have proudly called South Tampa home, long before the era of hurricanes.

Sophia also engages with her community and clients through digital platforms. She offers two short, 2-minute videos of the Tampa neighborhood on YouTube and shares educational reels on social media. To stay informed about Tampa Bay's real estate market and neighborhoods, you can follow Sophia's journey and insights by subscribing to her YouTube channel and following her on social media.

As she embarks on the next 10 years with SMITH&ASSOCIATES, Sophia is poised to continue her legacy of success, now backed by one of the most respected names in Tampa's real estate market.