Former Green Beret and Biloxi Native Joins Forces With Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

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September 23, 2024 // Franchising.com // MADISON, N.J. – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Expect Realty located in D’Iberville, MS., is the latest firm to join the lifestyle real estate brand. The veteran-led brokerage has developed a reputation for its expertise in residential properties along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as for its niche ability to assist military veterans who are purchasing property with a VA mortgage.

The six-year-old firm is led by Bryan David, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret and service-disabled combat veteran with more than 20 years of service to our nation, who also holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from William Carey University. Born and raised in Biloxi, David spent the majority of his professional career as a Special Forces Chief Warrant Officer Three before redirecting his service-driven attitude toward the communities where he grew up. After returning to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, he obtained his real estate license in 2013, where he put to use his knowledge of construction and renovation that he pursued on the side of his military life. David has also served two terms on the Biloxi Ocean Springs Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors.

Joining David in leadership is fellow owner, Alicia Whitaker, who has served as Director of Operations of the firm since 2019. Whitaker is a fellow Mississippi Gulf Coast native who obtained her real estate license in 2017 and her broker’s license in 2018, working alongside David ever since. Today, Whitaker plays a key role in the training and support of agents, as she regularly goes above and beyond to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the competitive Mississippi Gulf Coast market.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Expect Realty thrives on a culture of accountability, teamwork and personal growth. Led by David’s values of ownership and responsibility, the brokerage fosters a supportive, drama-free environment where agents collaborate and grow together. Agents are drawn to the firm by a passion for service and integrity, embracing a mindset of continuous improvement where every experience is an opportunity to “win or learn.” This balance of hard work, personal development and fun creates a positive atmosphere that naturally attracts those who share these values.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast is one of the most unique coastal markets in the country. With plenty of waterfront properties as well as one of the five largest casino gaming markets in the U.S., the area is a hotspot for second-home buyers and primary residents alike. The region also boasts a strong military presence, as it’s home to Keesler Air Force Base, and NCB Gulfport, a naval installation home to the east coast Navy Seabees. Many of these military residents rely on VA loans to buy and sell their homes, which Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Expect Realty conveniently specializes in. The area is also popular with military retirees thanks to its proximity to the beach and excellent health care from the local VA hospital.

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