Ian Brooks-Miller

Wagner Realty

Realtor

LICENSE# SL3501111

ianflrealtor@gmail.com

(941) 807-4609


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About Me

Ian has been an active member of his community for 10 years. With his military background, he brings a knowledgeable and disciplined approach to the local real estate market. With a strong passion for customer service, Ian’s excitement towards the real estate market becomes immediately recognizable. As a resident of the community, Ian is committed to the Manatee and Sarasota County residents with a special understanding of the Bradenton market trends. With this passion, Ian is ready to help with your homebuying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Wagner Realty family, Ian carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything he does. When Ian isn’t making homeownership dreams come true for his clients, he is active as Senior Vice Commander of the local VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) and is Captain of the Honor Guard. As Captain of the VFW Honor Guard, Ian participates in parades, special events, and flag presentation ceremonies. He, along with his fellow honor guards stand ready to perform at funerals to convey gratitude and pay final respects to a fallen comrade. Ian is certified through the National Association of Realtors® as a Military Relocation Professional (MRP). Being an Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran himself, he takes special pride in assisting other veterans. Ian lives in the Bradenton area with his family and is anxious for the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs.

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