Some of us are lucky enough to discover what sets our souls on fire - and even luckier to chase it with everything we’ve got. When that passion becomes a purpose, and that purpose transforms into a business that fuels not just ourselves but serves others too - that’s the sweet spot, the icing on the cake.
For Thomas Echea the journey into real estate began when he and his partner started searching for investment properties. It was during these early hunts his partner noticed something undeniable - Mr. Echea’s natural passion for real estate. Mr. Echea remembers, “I was inspired by my partner to get my real estate license. As we made several investment purchases, he pointed out how energized I became every time we looked at property. That’s when the seed was planted - and from there, my real estate career launched and I’ve never looked back.”
Since 2009, Mr. Echea has refined his skills while seeking investment properties across Florida and the Blue Ridge Mountains. His self-starting spirit did not go unnoticed - it caught the eye of a friend who practiced real estate with Compass, the nation’s leading real estate firm in residential sales. With encouragement from friends and colleagues, Mr. Echea took a bold step and opened a Compass office in the heart of Blue Ridge, bringing big-league expertise to this thriving local market. His business has grown to include a team of professionals that compliment one another. “As my career progressed, I recognized the power of collaboration and began building a team of talented, like-minded individuals," says Mr. Echea.
Today, he and his proven business partner, Laura Elleby, have attracted and developed a dynamic team of professionals - each bringing their own unique strengths and qualities that clients genuinely value and trust. Mr. Echea relays, “Together we lead a successful team of agents known as the E+E Group located in downtown Blue Ridge. Laura and I have grown our business organically, curating an incredible team of skilled individuals who bring their best talents to work every day. Their commitment to excellence and collaboration has been the foundation of our success”.
Working in two distinctive locales, Mr. Echea possesses an intimate understanding of the unique characteristics and nuances that make the North Georgia Mountains and South Florida sought-after destinations - whether the rustic charm and natural beauty of the mountains or the vibrant coastal lifestyle of Florida, Mr. Echea guides clients towards their ideal property with confidence.
The E+E Group enjoys working with buyers and sellers and has built strong relationships with client-builders, investors, and developers - connections that continue to add meaningful value to their business. “The lesson I know without a doubt is that key relationships are pivotal in this business. Communication serves as the cornerstone for building long-lasting, trust-based relationships. I firmly believe in the value of having a handful of strong, loyal clients over a larger, less connected network,” says Mr. Echea. To learn more compass.com/agents/e-e-group • 954-980-2830.