Owner/Broker

Marti Montgomery: Marti and her husband Fred came to Hernando County in 1987. Having lived in the Central American Country of Belize after Fred took an early retirement from Wayne County Government in skilled trades 1986. Marti’s mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and being an only daughter she gave up her idyllic beach front life to come to Spring Hill to be with her mom during her treatment. Once here, among the palms, citrus trees, fantastic weather, and nearness to the Gulf, they almost felt they were still in “margaritaville”, only with golf courses and McDonalds. Real Estate sales had interested her for a long time, and she and Fred saw the potential the area offered even in the slow market at that time. After getting her Real Estate License and becoming a Top Producer at a conventional Real Estate Company, within two years she and Fred left to gain more control of their business by becoming Re/Max Agents. Marti completed Broker School two years later and leaped at the opportunity to buy their own company and develop the style of Real Estate that had gained them so many loyal and satisfied Clients. They bought The Realty Shoppe of Spring Hill, in November, 1990. The location, at the entrance of Spring Hill, was the first building in the community, Deltona Corporations original Sales Office. In 2002 the Montgomery’s acquired the first Exit Franchise in the County and became Exit Realty Shoppe. Always giving back to Community that has become their home, the Company donates a portion of each Closing to a local, worthwhile cause such as The Rape Crisis Center, Jerome Brown Center, Hernando-Pasco Hospice, Lighthouse for the Blind, The Boys & Girls Club, Angels on High, Habitat for Humanity, and others. For the past several years Exit Realty Shoppe has provided the Spring Hill Flags that so proudly proclaims our Community at U.S. 19 & Spring Hill Drive.

Marti Montgomery

Co-Owner/Realtor Associate

Fred Montgomery: is the Co-owner of the Realty Shoppe. He and Marti have been partners in the Real Estate business since 1987. They bought the Company in 1992. Fred was born in Arkansas and grew up in the Suburbs of Detroit. He retired from Wayne County Government, skilled trades, in 1986. Fred had not considered being in sales, but has been one of the top producers in the area, because, as he says, "If you have a good product, and care for your clients, the rest is easy." Education has also played a big part in his success. He completed the 15 week, Floyd Wickman "Sweathog" program and takes a advantage of every opportunity to learn and keep abreast of the latest trends.

Multi-Million Dollar Producer

Fred Montgomery

Realtor-Associate

Dylan Montgomery: Dylan has a record few Realtors in this area can claim. He has lived in Spring Hill the majority of his life. With his Parents, Fred and Marti, he came here when he was ten years old. His contacts with young people that he grew up with have given him a solid base of clients. They weren’t that many folks here in the late 80’s and everyone knew everyone. After graduating from Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington Missouri, He was intent on pursuing a Law Enforcement career and completed training at Pasco/Hernando Community Colleges Police Officers Academy. His parents had been in Real Estate since 1987 and knew with his attention to detail, courteous, caring, friendly, demeanor, that he would do well in their chosen field. Dylan served 6 years in the U.S. Army Military Police Reserves. His beautiful 6 year old daughter, Kaylee is a true Spring Hill native and attends Chocahatti Elementary.

Multi-Million Dollar Producer

Dylan Montgomery

Realtor Associate

Clara Ward: Coming to America from her birthplace in County Antrim in Northern Ireland in the mid 1980’s, Clara’s charm, energetic personality, and willingness to work, insured that she would have a bright future in her adopted Country. She met and married a second generation Irishman, Jerry and they made their home in Islip, Long Island. During that time she was a supervisor for a major Drug Store Chain and also employed with an organization assisting and educating special needs children. After her husband retired in 1997 they, like most of us, wanted a quieter, safer, environment to raise their children. Clara was employed at Notre Dame School for seven years where she made many lasting friendships. In 2003 the family was happily surprised by the newest addition, Sara, who begins pre-school this year at Notre Dame. Her son Chris is studying English at St. Leo’s University and Daughter Brenna attends Nature Coast High School. Clara hit the ground running in her Real Estate career and became a Multi Million Dollar Producer before the end of her first year. She was also was in the top 25% in sales for all Realtors in the County. When you meet Clara you will agree that being a Top Realtor was a natural progression for someone with her outgoing, vibrant, personality and communication skills, and strong desire to help others.

Multi-Million Dollar Producer

Clara Ward