TEAM LEADER
Sean Bates
Team Lead | SL3271378
Sean Bates
Team Lead | SL3271378
I am a full-time realtor in the Tampa Bay area, where I was born and raised. Prior to entering the real estate industry, I held positions with banking giants Suntrust Bank and JPMorgan Chase, I later turned to GTE Financial where I successfully managed multiple branch locations over a 7 year period. I fully embraced the credit union philosophy of "people helping people," which translated into a natural fit as a successful Realtor. In those 7 years I learned how to provide an extremely high level of customer service.
But, deep down I wanted to be a full-time agent. There was something about being part of a life-changing event that resonated with me, and real estate was the perfect fit. I had a strong desire to do more purposeful work.
I started my real estate career in 2013 and never looked back. With over 750+ Real estate closings and over $250+ million in just 11 years.
I’ve made a commitment to work tirelessly for my clients to ensure they have the best possible experience. Integrity and authenticity are very important to me and the basis for how I run my business.
I get to meet wonderful people all the time, that turn into friends along the way. It’s been a privilege to be able to say that I’ve found my dream work!
In 2018 we founded Bello Home Team with the goal of being the guide for real estate agents ready to bring their life to the next level. We knew that in order to serve more people at a higher level, I couldn't do that as a solo agent. At first, I feared by building a team my client would feel I'm not as focused on their home. Being solo I was stuck managing everything, and when you’re doing more than 3 deals a month you can’t handle everything yourself at a real high level. And I knew I couldn't possibly be an expert at everything at the same time, all by myself. Instead of trying to be a jack of all trades having my hand spread out in 100 different buckets. We now have experts in each area and they can focus on what they’re great at on a deeper, better level. Allowing me to focus more on our clients and do more on a deeper and wider scale with experts in each role.
On a personal note, I was recently handpicked out of nearly 11,000 applicants to be 1 of 60 inaugural Arete Syndicate Members. The Arete Syndicate is an elite group of entrepreneurs in a force for good and to better themselves and each other, in a program designed by Andy Frisella (9-Figure, multiple business owner, CEO of 1st Phorm) and Ed Mylett. (Ranked Top 50 Wealthiest Under 50)
When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my two sons, working on my property and embracing life day to day.
But, deep down I wanted to be a full-time agent. There was something about being part of a life-changing event that resonated with me, and real estate was the perfect fit. I had a strong desire to do more purposeful work.
I started my real estate career in 2013 and never looked back. With over 750+ Real estate closings and over $250+ million in just 11 years.
I’ve made a commitment to work tirelessly for my clients to ensure they have the best possible experience. Integrity and authenticity are very important to me and the basis for how I run my business.
I get to meet wonderful people all the time, that turn into friends along the way. It’s been a privilege to be able to say that I’ve found my dream work!
In 2018 we founded Bello Home Team with the goal of being the guide for real estate agents ready to bring their life to the next level. We knew that in order to serve more people at a higher level, I couldn't do that as a solo agent. At first, I feared by building a team my client would feel I'm not as focused on their home. Being solo I was stuck managing everything, and when you’re doing more than 3 deals a month you can’t handle everything yourself at a real high level. And I knew I couldn't possibly be an expert at everything at the same time, all by myself. Instead of trying to be a jack of all trades having my hand spread out in 100 different buckets. We now have experts in each area and they can focus on what they’re great at on a deeper, better level. Allowing me to focus more on our clients and do more on a deeper and wider scale with experts in each role.
On a personal note, I was recently handpicked out of nearly 11,000 applicants to be 1 of 60 inaugural Arete Syndicate Members. The Arete Syndicate is an elite group of entrepreneurs in a force for good and to better themselves and each other, in a program designed by Andy Frisella (9-Figure, multiple business owner, CEO of 1st Phorm) and Ed Mylett. (Ranked Top 50 Wealthiest Under 50)
When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my two sons, working on my property and embracing life day to day.
I am a full-time realtor in the Tampa Bay area, where I was born and raised. Prior to entering the real estate industry, I held positions with banking giants Suntrust Bank and JPMorgan Chase, I later turned to GTE Financial where I successfully managed multiple branch locations over a 7 year period. I fully embraced the credit union philosophy of "people helping people," which translated into a natural fit as a successful Realtor. In those 7 years I learned how to provide an extremely high level of customer service.
But, deep down I wanted to be a full-time agent. There was something about being part of a life-changing event that resonated with me, and real estate was the perfect fit. I had a strong desire to do more purposeful work.
I started my real estate career in 2013 and never looked back. With over 750+ Real estate closings and over $250+ million in just 11 years.
I’ve made a commitment to work tirelessly for my clients to ensure they have the best possible experience. Integrity and authenticity are very important to me and the basis for how I run my business.
I get to meet wonderful people all the time, that turn into friends along the way. It’s been a privilege to be able to say that I’ve found my dream work!
In 2018 we founded Bello Home Team with the goal of being the guide for real estate agents ready to bring their life to the next level. We knew that in order to serve more people at a higher level, I couldn't do that as a solo agent. At first, I feared by building a team my client would feel I'm not as focused on their home. Being solo I was stuck managing everything, and when you’re doing more than 3 deals a month you can’t handle everything yourself at a real high level. And I knew I couldn't possibly be an expert at everything at the same time, all by myself. Instead of trying to be a jack of all trades having my hand spread out in 100 different buckets. We now have experts in each area and they can focus on what they’re great at on a deeper, better level. Allowing me to focus more on our clients and do more on a deeper and wider scale with experts in each role.
On a personal note, I was recently handpicked out of nearly 11,000 applicants to be 1 of 60 inaugural Arete Syndicate Members. The Arete Syndicate is an elite group of entrepreneurs in a force for good and to better themselves and each other, in a program designed by Andy Frisella (9-Figure, multiple business owner, CEO of 1st Phorm) and Ed Mylett. (Ranked Top 50 Wealthiest Under 50)
When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my two sons, working on my property and embracing life day to day.
But, deep down I wanted to be a full-time agent. There was something about being part of a life-changing event that resonated with me, and real estate was the perfect fit. I had a strong desire to do more purposeful work.
I started my real estate career in 2013 and never looked back. With over 750+ Real estate closings and over $250+ million in just 11 years.
I’ve made a commitment to work tirelessly for my clients to ensure they have the best possible experience. Integrity and authenticity are very important to me and the basis for how I run my business.
I get to meet wonderful people all the time, that turn into friends along the way. It’s been a privilege to be able to say that I’ve found my dream work!
In 2018 we founded Bello Home Team with the goal of being the guide for real estate agents ready to bring their life to the next level. We knew that in order to serve more people at a higher level, I couldn't do that as a solo agent. At first, I feared by building a team my client would feel I'm not as focused on their home. Being solo I was stuck managing everything, and when you’re doing more than 3 deals a month you can’t handle everything yourself at a real high level. And I knew I couldn't possibly be an expert at everything at the same time, all by myself. Instead of trying to be a jack of all trades having my hand spread out in 100 different buckets. We now have experts in each area and they can focus on what they’re great at on a deeper, better level. Allowing me to focus more on our clients and do more on a deeper and wider scale with experts in each role.
On a personal note, I was recently handpicked out of nearly 11,000 applicants to be 1 of 60 inaugural Arete Syndicate Members. The Arete Syndicate is an elite group of entrepreneurs in a force for good and to better themselves and each other, in a program designed by Andy Frisella (9-Figure, multiple business owner, CEO of 1st Phorm) and Ed Mylett. (Ranked Top 50 Wealthiest Under 50)
When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my two sons, working on my property and embracing life day to day.
TEAM MEMBER
Darcy McKinney
Operations Manager
Darcy McKinney
Operations Manager
Darcy McKinney brings over 10 years of banking / finance experience to the Bello Home Team. Darcy worked with Sean for five years prior to Sean’s real estate career and was a natural fit to be a leader within the Bello Home Team. Darcy’s attention to detail, financial services experience, and focus on the client, are a few reasons for the team's success. Darcy’s responsibilities include coordinating the agents, overseeing operations, scheduling activities, client follow up, and being a master of all trades.
Darcy McKinney brings over 10 years of banking / finance experience to the Bello Home Team. Darcy worked with Sean for five years prior to Sean’s real estate career and was a natural fit to be a leader within the Bello Home Team. Darcy’s attention to detail, financial services experience, and focus on the client, are a few reasons for the team's success. Darcy’s responsibilities include coordinating the agents, overseeing operations, scheduling activities, client follow up, and being a master of all trades.
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Brette B.
Bought a Single Family home in 2019 in Gulfport, FL.
Oh yeah- After we bought our house and had SO much going on, I had totally forgotten about filing for homestead. But, they sent us a reminder in the mail, and sent copies of the necessary documents as well to get it done! Truly excellent service- thank you guys!!
Kimberly Read
Bought and Sold a Single Family home in 2019 in West Meadows, Tampa, FL.
We reached out to Sean after he was recommended to us by our mortgage company. His team jumped right on our search for a new home. Darcy called us that evening to get a feel for what we needed and wanted in a home. I was always able to reach one or both of them even at late hours when I was having a panic attack about some small detail. Buying a home is a big decision, folks! You want someone who has or who can get you the answers knowing that even the small stuff feels like big stuff. Darcy helped me find the association covenants for a community so I knew if I could plant my avocado tree. True story!
Big stuff? Not a problem for this team either. We hit a snafu in the inspection of the first home we wanted to buy. Sean handled it in stride helping us withdraw our offer and get us right back out the next day looking again. When we made an offer on the home we purchased, Sean was on top of the negotiation process. He even managed to save us a bit more money after we thought the dealing was tapped out.
Hubby and I recommend Sean Bates without reservation. Give his team a call. You won’t regret it
Jennie P.
Bought a Single Family home in 2019 in East Linden Estates, Spring Hill, FL.