Born and raised in South Florida, Mark completed his Bachelors degree at Boston College and remained there for almost two decades working in consumer finance and mortgage. Before relocating to Fort Lauderdale, Mark developed a passion for acquiring, renovating, and selling investment properties; over the years he has managed properties in Boston, Provincetown, New York, and Fort Lauderdale. Mark's experience with real estate investments and in the financial services industry give him a wealth of resources upon which to draw when assisting clients.

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Hello. I’m Joe Grano. “Broker Joe” of First Atlantic Realty, Inc. I’m an independent real estate broker/owner here in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the Venice of America, since 1985. Welcome to paradise….Whether you already live here or not, don’t be bashful. I’d love to meet you. Please visit me or call me direct at 954-931-0031 or drop by joegrano.com and let’s get to know each other. If I can get you the real estate you’re looking to own for less money than you can or sell the real estate you have for more money than you can, would you be opposed to speaking with me?

A second-generation Floridian, Jennifer Springfield, Realtor®, has her Bachelor’s degree and Law degree from the University of Florida, and has lived in the Gainesville area for more than 30 years, but grew up in Palm Beach County. Her husband Emory, a Gainesville native, has operated his own law firm for more than 25 years. They have two adult sons - Blaise and Frazier. 

As a seasoned real estate professional, I understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why I am dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of my clients. I take great pride in the relationships I build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.