Hello and thank you for visiting!
 
Charles Rutenberg Realty stands by its motto of setting "The Standard of Excellence".
As a FULL SERVICE Real Estate Company and FULL-TIME REALTOR® specializing in Tampa Bay homes for sale, it is my goal to provide you with superior service at all times. My local expertise and extensive real estate experience will benefit you whether you are buying or selling a home in the Tampa Bay area, or a returning client checking out the many homeowner resources I offer.
 
Buying a home? FREE BUYER REPRESENTATION from an experienced Buyer's Agent and licensed Realtor® with negotiating skills working in your best interest. Whether you are looking for a luxury waterfront home in Apollo Beach or a new builder home in Wesley Chapel, I look forward to helping you select the home of your dreams by taking time to listen to your needs and desires.
 
Looking for a Bank Foreclosure Deal? Don't pay a fee to some company to email you distressed property listings. I have access to thousands of bank-owned foreclosure and REO properties, including HUD homes and Short Sale pre-foreclosures. It would be my pleasure to assist you in these types of purchases. Remember, Buyer Representation is of no charge to you - the buyer.
 
Selling a home? My real estate expertise and many effective marketing programs will give you the exposure and edge you need to sell your home quickly for top dollar. FULL SERVICE including MLS, Free Advertising until home sells, and co-brokering, all for as low as 4%. NO hidden fees! NO brokerage processing fees! Paid only when home closes.
 
Returning Client? I appreciate the opportunity to continue to serve you and hope you take advantage of the valuable resources I provide. Come back to visit often!
 
The Tampa Bay area is an excellent place to reside and would love to share with you my enthusiasm for the many neighborhoods that encompass it. Some of my favorite areas for family-oriented communities are Fishhawk Ranch in Lithia and Panther Trace in Riverview. Looking for good schools? Look in Valrico and New Tampa where excellent Florida schools are located. Love to be on the water? Great values on waterfront homes can be found in Apollo Beach and Ruskin. Being a lifetime resident of the Tampa Bay area, I pride myself in knowing the local real estate market and look forward to developing a long-term relationship with you.
 
Please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss how I could best assist you with your real estate needs.
 
Sincerely in Service,
Brenda Baird-Makela, REALTOR®, Buyer Representative