Dee is a prominent real estate figure in Lakeland and central Florida with over three decades of professional experience. Since 1990 she has been committed to providing her clients with the very best in real estate service and in 2014 she opened the doors of S&D Real Estate Services. As the Broker-Owner, Dee embodies a community-focused ethos encouraging her agents to use their experience and hyper-local insights to serve Lakeland's real estate needs. Her efforts have propelled S&D Real Estate to become Lakeland's largest independently owned and operated real estate office with a close-knit agent family who affectionately know her as "Momma Dee."
Dee also developed the S&D Community Give Back Program in January 2023 to provide her agents with the opportunity to support their chosen philanthropic efforts individually while bettering the Lakeland community as a whole.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Dee cherishes her role as a loving wife to Shawn since 2006, a mother to her three grown children, and being a DeeDee to her proud grandmother to four greatest gifts, her grandchildren. She is a true dog lover and finds solace in her faith, family, and the warmth of the Florida sun. Boating, travel, and quality time with friends round out her vibrant life.
Shawn has over 20 years of experience in real estate. He started in Lakeland in 2000 and opened S&D Real Estate Services with his wife in 2014. As the Broker-Owner of S&D Real Estate Services, he combines his industry knowledge with a passion for service. In addition to his real estate expertise, Shawn also owns McDonough Construction and holds a Contractor's License.
Besides his professional accomplishments, Shawn values his role as husband to Dee since 2006, a step-father to her three children and now a grandfather, or "Shooter", to four grandchildren. Faith and family are his top priorities, guiding his decisions. He is dedicated to wildlife conservation and preserving the natural world for future generations. Shawn enjoys many things in life but can most often be found spending time on the water, hunting, and spending time with his family and dogs.
Kristina has been with S&D Real Estate since they opened their doors in 2014. She is an experienced support staff member being advanced to the position of Administrative Manager overseeing the entire support team. She holds an associate degree in business management along with formal QuickBooks Accounting education from Polk State. Her career journey includes roles as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant in both Florida and Tennessee, where she gained valuable experience in customer care. She also spent over 7 years with a large corporate superstore in various positions such as Cash Office Associate, Customer Service Manager, and Department Manager learning additional skills in customer service and management. Her versatility extends to the real estate field, where she excels as a Realtor. Her expertise spans Contracts, Addendums, FREC Guidelines, Advertising Regulations, Backend Systems, and Commission Structures to name a few.
On a personal note, Kristina's family-oriented nature is evident as she's married to her high school sweetheart with 4 kids and has embraced a considerable fur family comprising cats, dogs, a lizard, and a bunny. Her hobbies include spending quality time with her family, enjoying her husband's delicious smoked foods, leading a Girl Scout Troop, and indulging in her love for reading. Growing up as a Navy Brat, Kristina is no stranger to change and can understand how overwhelming that can be. She encourages agents to ask questions and reach out to her whenever they have a need.
Jim Hampton is a fourth-generation native of Florida, born in the picturesque town of Dade City. With a rich background in sales, sales management, and sales team development, his career has been marked by outstanding achievements and a commitment to helping others succeed. With a journey in Corporate America that spanned 36 years, Jim excelled in team development leading several of his team to continue in his footsteps to hold senior management positions as well.
Jim took those skills and made the transition into Real Estate joining S&D Real Estate Services in 2017. His commitment to his customers continued to shine through with his extensive knowledge and dedication. Jim has an extraordinary drive when it comes to his career education and accreditations. He is a proud graduate of the Realtor Institute, holding the prestigious GRI designation. Additionally, Jim is a member of the National Association of Real Estate Property Managers (NARPM) and is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM). His commitment stretches beyond his business endeavors. Jim currently serves on the Lakeland Realtor Association Board of Directors and is slated to take on the role of treasurer in 2024. His involvement demonstrates how dedicated he is to shaping the future of the real estate profession.
Because of his passion for real estate and his drive to help the next generation of Realtors, the Broker of S&D Real Estate, Dee McDonough, asked Jim to share his wealth of experience and knowledge in developing and training salespeople and sales teams. Becoming the Director of Professional Development, Jim is able to bring his skills to the brokerage through training, mentoring, and guidance, to name a few, to help each agent at every level of experience whether they are brand new or highly experienced.
Jim's life and business philosophy is rooted in a "never give up" attitude. He firmly believes that a true leader's success is measured by their ability to elevate those they lead, rather than seeking personal acclaim. Jim is not just a leader in his field; he is a leader by example.
Jim Hampton's remarkable journey from corporate success to a thriving real estate career, coupled with his commitment to community service and education, showcases a person who embodies the principles of leadership, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
John-Michael, a native Floridian, was born in Broward County. Early in his career he found he loved computers and spent time managing a computer store. He became interested in real estate by becoming an IT Manager for Lucero, a Real Estate Management Software company. This position allowed him to travel all over the United States to train brokerages on Lucero's software. He moved to the Lakeland area with his middle school sweetheart, now wife in 2000. He was hired as a computer technician for a large real estate office and quickly rose to become their Relocation Director. Becoming a licensed Realtor in 2004, John-Michael and his business partner, Richard Eijo, joined S&D Real Estate Services in 2015 as the Directors of S&D Property Management Division. John-Michael’s years of real estate experience, his core family values and the love he has for his community is a huge asset to both S&D Real Estate and the community.
Richard Eijo is a real estate professional with a unique perspective on the industry. Growing up in Miami and working as a chef at some of the country's top hotels and restaurants, he has developed a strong work ethic and a passion for customer service. Richard's dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction is unparalleled, making him one of the top agents in central Florida. He is the perfect partner for anyone looking to buy or sell property in the area.
Richard's personal life is filled with love for his wife Melissa and two children. He's achieved the rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, is a passionate traveler, and enjoys art, photography, and cooking.
Richard joined his business partner, John-Michael Elliott, in 2015 to become the Directors of the S&D Property Management Division.
Meet Brittany, a dedicated real estate agent and vacation rental property manager who resides in the beautiful city of Lakeland, Florida, with her amazing husband and three wonderful children. She has a deep passion for her community and enjoys spending her free time exploring the downtown area and frequenting local establishments.
Brittany has always had a strong interest in real estate, and over the years, she has gained valuable experience and knowledge in the industry. Her specialty is setting up and managing vacation rental properties, a passion that has allowed her to create unforgettable experiences for countless families while maximizing the investment for the owners.
Brittany takes a hands-on approach to managing her properties. She begins by finding the perfect location, researching the area, and identifying what guests are looking for in a vacation rental. Once the location is secured, Brittany and her team get to work on designing and decorating the home, using her eye for style and attention to detail to create a space that is both beautiful and functional.
Brittany also takes care of all the logistics of managing the property, from marketing and booking to cleaning and maintenance. She works with a team of professionals to ensure that the property is always in top shape and ready for guests.
One of the key advantages of working with Brittany is that she offers a truly hands-free experience for property owners. She handles all the day-to-day tasks of managing the property, so owners can sit back and relax while their investment earns income.
Brittany’s dedication to her clients and her passion for creating beautiful vacation rental experiences have earned her a loyal following of property owners who trust her to manage their investments with care and expertise
With a rich background spanning over two decades in office administration, Jennifer brings a wealth of expertise to her role as Agent Care Specialist. She works very closely with the agents helping with our back-end system, transactions, incoming leads, and recruiting more agents. Having worked for Property Management and Mortgage companies, in the past, she was able to make a very smooth transition in joining the real estate world, and just short of a year working at S&D Real Estate, she obtained her Real Estate license and is thriving thanks to the knowledge she has gained from working with other agents so closely here at the office. She is affectionately referred to as “The Anchor Agent”.
Her 20-plus years of experience have cultivated a great understanding of customers’ needs and a knack for personalized assistance in a professional setting.
Recognized for her warm demeanor and attentive approach, Jennifer is a seasoned professional who ensures all Agent Care matters are handled quickly and efficiently and continues to contribute to the success of S&D Real Estate with her unwavering dedication.
Beyond her professional pursuits, she finds joy in raising her teenage daughter and loves spending time outdoors whenever possible, whether it’s paddleboarding in the ocean or camping and hiking in the mountains. Getting back to nature is what really grounds her and lets her recharge. Jennifer was born and raised in the Central Florida area and graduated from Osceola High School. She has settled down here in Lakeland where she is near family and really enjoys the small-town feel that Lakeland has.
