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The dawn of a new way of doing business has come to the Forgotten Coast. Unlike those big city companies, our Realtors® work together as a team. No matter which one of us you work with, you get the experience and efforts of all of us working as a team.

Our Agents

Tommy Luster, Broker/Associate
Tommy moved to Apalachicola in 1963. After finishing school, he married a local girl (Charlyn Dean) and went to work at the paper mill in Port St. Joe, where he worked his way up from Millwright Helper to Assistant Maintenance Superintendent, before he left in 1998. At this time, Tommy joined forces with, probably the largest real estate firm in the area, to learn his new trade. While there Tommy worked in the company's several offices located in Carrabelle, Eastpoint, St. George Island, Apalachicola, Cape San Blas and St. Joe Beach, all in an effort to learn everything he could about our diverse area. At the same time, he continued his formal education in real estate and obtained a broker's license in 2001. Tommy won the gold award for sales at his former real estate company before he joined the team at Coastal Connection, LLC. in 2002. Over the years Tommy has consistently won multimillion-dollar sales production awards from the local Realtor Association. Tommy believes that bigger is not necessarily better for the individual investor and if you would like to put his knowledge of the area and real estate experience to work for you personally, give him a call toll free at 1-866-653-1800 ext. 109. You can also reach Tommy at tommy@thecoastalconnection.com or his personal phone (850) 653-8683 if it is more convenient.

Travis Wade, Agent
I was born in Apalachicola at Weems Memorial Hospital
in 1970.  My paternal grandparents, Ikie and Juanita
Wade, moved to Apalachicola in 1940 to open "The Pogy
Plant" on the Apalachicola River, and later my grandfather opened his own seafood business (I.D. Wade Seafood and Ice Company).  My maternal grandparents, Harry A. and Gladys Murray, owned a seafood business in Carrabelle ("The Barn") for many years.  My father, grandfather and a partner owned the Breakaway Lodge in Apalachicola for 30 years, and I grew up working in the "family business." I graduated high school in 1988 and received a B.S. degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice from Florida State University in 1992.  I lived in Tallahassee until moving to Crawfordville with my wife and children in 1999, and I spent every available hour in Franklin County on the river and at "the Breakaway." I am an avid outdoorsman and my hobbies include hunting, fishing, boating, and camping. Growing up in this area and living between Franklin, Wakulla, and Leon Counties has given me a great knowledge and understanding of these communities. I am excited to be able to share my knowledge and experiences with customers, and to help them become a part of the same community.

Bill Campbell and
Annie Lewis, Agents
Growing up in Woodstock, Georgia, Bill Campbell and Annie Lewis came to love tranquil textured landscapes where residents look out for one another.  Naturally, they felt instantly at home on St. George Island and Florida’s surrounding unspoiled “Forgotten Coast.”  For six years, the brother-sister team (no sibling rivalry here!) has worked on and around St. George in conscientious land development and vacation rentals.  Now, Team Realtors they combine their skills and sensitivity not only for the landscape but for clients.  Local real estate continues to escalate.  The unsteady stock market rightly prompts entrepreneurs and retirees to seek sound investments – and the soft, secure lifestyle that attracted Bill and Annie to this coast.  Annie’s pre-Florida real estate experience includes owning “Floor to Ceiling” a Woodstock company that managed vacant properties for mortgage companies and relocated management teams.  Bill, a graduate of Kennesaw College, owned and operated R. I. Construction in Marietta, Georgia.  He currently manages real estate investments for Annie’s husband, Tommy Lewis.  Rounding out this true “family affair” are Bill’s wife, Francis, and his three daughters, who reside in the gracious Magnolia Bluff neighborhood.  The Lewis’s live on St. George Island and own five rental homes personalized by Annie.  Their zest for life also shines through in their appreciation of fine food and wine.  (Tommy, easily a professional chef, is legendary for laboring over luscious meals for family and friends).  In fact, both are certified Barbecue Judges, having had the pleasure of judging state and local cook-offs.  When he’s not enjoying Tommy’s cooking, Bill takes to his sailboat and explores the unparalleled scenery of these waters and islands.  Bill and Annie’s passion for life and land – along with decades of real estate experience – make them the ideal Team Realtors.  Let their enthusiasm go to work for you!

Allison Elliott, Realtor
As a life-long resident of Apalachicola, Allison possesses first hand knowledge of the area and it's history. Her family has lived in Apalachicola for several generations and have always enjoyed the natural beauty that the area has to offer. In addition to selling real estate full-time,  Allison is currently finishing a Political Science degree from Florida State University. Allison has been a multimillion dollar producer since her first year as a Realtor, and specializes in waterfront and investment properties.

Kathleen Sims, Realtor
Kathleen is a native of Great Britain, but has spent most of her adult years in the United States. She began her working career in Washington, D. C., where she worked for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and later for the American Petroleum Institute. Her marriage moved her around the South where she continued to pursue her career first in Asheville, N. C., where she was the Director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, then on to Nashville where she was the Executive Director of the Tenn. Hotel & Motel Assn. Later she would become the Deputy Commissioner for the State's Tourism Department. Moving further south she obtained her real estate license approximately 10 years ago and worked for Crye-Leike Realtors where she became a lifetime member of their Multi-Million Dollar Club. She realized her dream and was able to move to her second home on St. George Island and pursue her real estate career here on The Forgotten Coast. She has one daughter Karen, and son-in-law Tim, who reside in Harbor Town in Memphis.

Linda Taggart, Realtor
Originally from Georgia, I retired in 2002 having worked 32 years for the Air Force. After working in an area that was responsible for maintaining the combat readiness of the F-15 fighter jet, I am truly excited to be working in the real estate arena. My husband and I discovered St George Island and Apalachicola in 1993.  Like most people we wanted to own a piece of this "paradise" and have bought and sold several pieces of property since then. We are now blessed with living bay front on St George Island.  Let me show you how you too can be living your dream.

Laura Rohe, Realtor
Laura moved from the Saratoga, New York area to Apalachicola, Florida in 2001 after marrying her husband, Richard is a local builder who is also the caretaker of his elderly mother.  Laura claims it was nice to slow down from the busy pace of the upstate New York area.  It is said that Laura and Richard are now keeping up with their 2 year old daughter.  Laura understands the difficulty of relocating, of finding the right house, the right schools, healthcare, etc.  Laura is the budget person for her husband’s building business.  Her background in personal finance and investment management as well as her construction industry knowledge help her to point out the value of investing in property in and around the Apalachicola area.  Please let Laura be part of your team by emailing her at Laura@thecoastalconnection.com.

Donna Wilson Crum, Realtor
Donna is a lifelong resident of Apalachicola as were her parents and grandparents before her. She and her husband Rusty, also a native of Apalachicola, have witnessed the dramatic changes that have taken place here over the last few years. Still true to the old way of life when fishing the abundant waters surrounding Apalachicola was the way of life for all natives of the area. Rusty Owns and operates a Wholesale Shrimp Processing plant. Prior to entering the Real Estate profession, Donna owned and operated Illusions, a clothing store for ladies, and Market Street Antiques. She is the proud mom of two sons, Kevin and Chase. She invites you to contact her for all of your real estate needs or with any questions you might have regarding the area.

Geanise Brown, Realtor
I am a lifelong resident of Apalachicola and was born at the local Weems Memorial Hospital. I married local resident Jerome Brown who works for State of Florida Department of Corrections and we have one son, Jonathan Brown.  My parents are the late Jack L. & Clara L. Osburn who raised five children while working in the seafood industry.  They loved this area and considered it to be “a little bit of paradise”, and I agree.  Let me invite you to visit and enjoy this wonderful coastal community.  Please call me for any of your real estate needs whether it’s investment property, home or vacation home.

Samantha Jones, Realtor
I was born in Apalachicola in 1971 to the late Donald W. Wilson and Judy Thompson, both lifelong residents of this area. I went to college in 1989 and moved back to Apalachicola in 1992 for a short while before departing to Guantamo Bay, Cuba with my husband, Ronald W. Jones who was in the Navy.  Ronnie and I moved back permanently in 1999, we have one son Christian Jones who is 10 years old.  This area has always been home, it is a small quaint town where everyone knows everyone and are friendly.  Apalachicola is a great place to live!  I invite you to contact me for any of your real estate needs.

Missy Miller, Realtor               

Originally from the Tampa Bay area Missy moved to Apalachicola when she married her husband John who is originally from Port St. Joe. Coming from a large metropolitan area Missy is very thankful to have the opportunity to raise her four children in such a beautiful, quaint, and close knit community. Her parents Pat and Alice Paterson, are originally from Apalachicola and the family spent a good part of every summer at Indian Pass and the Cape San Blas area.

Missy owned and operated Franklin Business Services, specalizing in bookkeeping and accounting for local businesses for 13 years. She is a member of the board of directors for the Apalachicola Bay Charter School and has been involved with community fund raising events. Missy recieved her Real Estate license in 2001. She has worked in sales and management in the Real Estate industry and has recieved awards for multimillion dollar production. With Missy's real estate experience, community involvement, and knowledge of this area she can assist you in finding the perfect property to suit your needs. Contact her at missymiller@gtcom.net or her cell phone at 850-899-4510.