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Every relationship starts with a conversation about your goals, timing and budget. If I am not the right fit, I will tell you and point you to someone who is.
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Bryan Berns,
MBA
Luxury Real Estate Agent & Principal Broker · Orlando, FL
Work with a real estate broker in Orlando, FL — not just an agent. I lead three Florida real estate brokerages, and I personally represent every Local Choice Realty client across Central Florida — from the first showing to the closing table.
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Brokerages led as Principal Broker
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Designations & certifications
MBA
Business training behind every negotiation
Why It Matters
What a broker-led practice means for you.
In Florida, every sales associate works under a licensed broker who is ultimately responsible for the transaction. Brokers meet additional education and experience requirements, and they oversee the contracts, escrow, and compliance behind every deal their firm handles. With me, that oversight isn’t in a back office — it’s the person across the table from you.
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One point of accountability
No team of assistants or junior agents. Your questions go to the person responsible for your transaction.
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Contract & risk expertise
Experience overseeing contracts and resolving issues across three brokerages, applied to protecting your position.
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Business-minded negotiation
An MBA’s approach to pricing, leverage, and timing — treating your home as the major financial decision it is.
Choosing an Orlando REALTOR®
How to find the top real estate agents in Orlando
Search for the top REALTORS® in Orlando, FL — or the best real estate agent in Orlando — and you’ll find plenty of rankings and paid lists. Sales volume tells part of the story, but it doesn’t tell you who will actually handle your transaction or how well they’re trained. Before you choose, ask every agent these five questions — including me.
- 01Who will I actually work with?Many top-ranked teams pass clients to junior agents. Ask who shows homes and negotiates. With me, it’s the broker.
- 02Are you a broker or a sales associate?Florida brokers meet higher education and experience requirements. You can verify any license with the state’s DBPR lookup.
- 03What training do you have beyond a license?Designations like ABR, SRS, PSA, and CIPS require advanced coursework in exactly the work you’re hiring for.
- 04Do you know my neighborhood?Orlando is many markets. A Windermere lakefront and a Downtown condo need very different expertise.
- 05How will you price or negotiate?Ask for a specific strategy, not a promise. A good answer shows the comparable sales and the reasoning.
Background
An Orlando luxury real estate agent who is also the broker
Many people searching for a luxury real estate agent want two things: deep market knowledge and someone who will personally see the deal through. That’s the practice I’ve built. Originally from Pennsylvania, I chose Central Florida as home — which gives me a useful perspective for the many buyers who are making the same move. I hold an MBA, and I serve as Principal Broker for two respected Florida brokerages, including Local Choice Realty.
My personal practice focuses on luxury homes, lakefront estates, and gated communities across Orange and Seminole Counties, along with international and cross-border clients. I’ve pursued advanced training on both sides of the transaction, from buyer and seller representation to pricing strategy and new construction.
- Broker license
- Florida BK3249667
- Brokerage
- Local Choice Realty LLC
- Education
- Master of Business Administration
Certifications & Designations
Six credentials, one standard.
CIPS
Certified International Property Specialist
For international and cross-border buyers and sellers.
ABR
Accredited Buyer’s Representative
Advanced training in buyer representation.
SRS
Seller Representative Specialist
Advanced training in seller representation.
PSA
Pricing Strategy Advisor
Valuation, market analysis, and pricing strategy.
GKC
Gold Key Certification
Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association professionalism certification.
Where I Work
How I Work
What working with me looks like
A clear plan
You get a written plan with steps, timelines and the people involved, from lenders and inspectors to attorneys and title companies.
Direct communication
You have my direct line. I handle showings, negotiations and problems personally, so you never have to wonder who is in charge of your transaction.
After the closing
I stay available after closing for vendor recommendations, market updates and advice on your next move.
Private Consultation