About Denny

A Top Lee County Realtor since 1983 ! Sold over $205 million worth of Real Estate Serving Greater Fort Myers, Alva, Buckingham, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Estero, Islands and North Naples. I care about YOU. Buying and selling real estate should be a stress-free process. I listen to your needs and preferences carefully and fulfill them in an efficient and caring manner. You can trust me to take care of all the details, so you can relax and enjoy buying or selling your Florida home or condo. Professional Services: My 42 years of professional experience and market knowledge will be an asset to you in all your real estate needs! I have many repeat multi generational clients - because I care about them and they trust me! I will help you analyze your real estate goals and help you achieve them. I go the extra mile to bring buyers and sellers together. I will personally be involved in all showings, contract negotiations, inspections, repairs, surveys, financing, title insurance, closing and relocation details. I have reliable trades people who can help you with projects to enhance your home. Find you New builder or Resale homes; single homes or condos; vacation or retirement home; and investment property. First time or repeat buyers, waterfront or golf course homes; extended families or active 55+ retirement communities. Gated or non gated; Boating, Fishing, Golfing and Rural communities. Relocation Expert. With Coldwell Banker's 3,300+ offices and 105,000 Realtors in USA and 45+ countries, I can refer you to most experienced professionals. I have helped hundreds of families relocate for job, retirement or Tax reasons to Florida. Certified for IRS Code 1031 Exchange for rental and investment properties. I also work with builders and developers on new custom home construction, whether it be in new communities or on individual lots, and can be "your eyes" on the project from start to finish. Professional Credentials: I have been in real estate more than 42 years in Greater Fort Myers and with Coldwell Banker for 34 years! One of Top Realtor every year since 1985. I have achieved International President's Elite status, President's Circle, Diamond Society and International Sterling Society. The Florida Assn. of REALTORS has bestowed Honor Society Membership for my contributions to the profession. I have been designated a 5 Star Realtor of Excellence status by Gulf Shore Life. I constantly take educational courses to keep on top of changing real estate laws, mortgage financing, marketing, 1031 Exchange, taxation, business ethics, technology and professional standards. My Real Estate Credentials include following: GRI - Graduate of Realtor Institute ABR - Accredited Buyer Representation CRS - Certified Residential Specialist SFR - Short Sale Foreclosure Resource IMS - International Maketing Specialist IRS 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchange Designation Personal Family Background I was born in Kanpur, India, where virtually all of my family still resides. I came to USA in 1967 as a graduate student and obtained 2 Masters degrees. I received my US citizenship in 1983. My wife Donna and I came to Fort Myers in 1977 and love living here! We have worked together in real estate since 1986. Son Scott lives outside of Dallas, TX with wife Mary. He is a Senior Editor for www.ESPN.com, and Mary is a teacher. Son Rick lives in Tampa, FL with wife Mimoza. Rick is a top commercial realtor and entrepreneur; Mimoza assists Rick in his business endeavors. We are blessed to have 5 lovely grand children. Donna and I have hosted several foreign exchange students in the past and enjoy visiting them in their home countries. My civic involvement includes Fort Myers Kiwanis Club since 1984, Historic Preservation, Environmental Conservation and Habitat for Humanity. I have been a strong supporter of Thomas Alva Edison Kiwanis Science Engineering Fair for middle high school children for three decades. Kiwanis has launched World Atlas Project for elementary schools under my leadership. Coldwell Banker Cares Foundation supports Toys for Tots, Ronald McDonald House, Animal Rescue Center Educational Background: B. Sc. - University of Jabalpur, India - 1964 M. Sc. Tech. - Applied Geology -University of Roorkee(now IIT), India - 1967 Graduate Studies - Hydrogeology and Water Quality - University of Nevada, Reno - 1967--1969 M. S. - Water Resources Management -University of Wisconsin - 1970 Post Graduate Environmental Resource Economis Studies - University of Wisconsin - 1975-1977 Assistant Professor -Environmental Geology and Resource Management - University of Wisconsin-Parkside, 1974-1975 I worked as a Senior Planner in Middlesex County NJ and Lee County FL before becoming a Realtor. I co-authored two books on Florida's Beaches and Barrier islands published by Duke University Press in 1984 when I had Sharma Realty. I have also conducted septic system, beach, wetland boating studies, which resulted in governments at local, state and federal levels - preserving and opening more beaches and boat ramps for public citizens. I also taught new Realtors Success Series at Fort Myers Association of Realtors. As a member of Fort Myers Kiwanis Club since 1984, I help children in STEM Fair and World Atlas projects! Environmental and Historic Preservation are my other interests. World travel is our passion and we take 3-4 trips annually! Life is blessed enjoyable while helping clients.