As an established Tampa Bay area real estate specialist for
nearly two decades, John Barkett, MAI has personally been involved in numerous
transactions of office buildings, retail centers, warehouses, hotels/motels,
apartment complexes and vacant land as well as a multitude of residential
properties from bungalows to mansions. He assists Sellers and Buyers as well as
Landlords and Tenants with real estate sales and leasing concerns from simple
to complex by leveraging his three decades of both commercial and residential
real estate experience (including 10 years in NYC) as well as by utilizing his
vast connections and interpersonal skills. In addition to holding the Member of
the Appraisal Institute (MAI) designation, John is also a Florida State
Certified General Appraiser as well as a Florida State Licensed Real Estate
Broker specializing in the sale, leasing and development of commercial real
estate. John holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration
(Business Management) from Western New England University (WNEU) as well as a
Masters Degree from New York University (NYU) in Real Estate Valuation and Analysis.
His passion for and extensive knowledge of local and surrounding real estate
markets blends with his high regard for the basic principle of time and effort.
Some things just require more of it and he is willing to do what it takes to
make his clients successful. His analytical background and ongoing valuation
business including expert testimony in both district and federal courts
provides valuable information allowing the presentation of an extensive view of
the current market. John’s differentiator is his ability to assess commercial
properties, understanding their current value, development potential and long
term value. These skills afford John the opportunity to develop long-term
relationships while growing and managing his clients’ portfolios.