Global Properties Realty & Inv

About Me I’ve been proud to call Ocala, Florida home since 1991. For over 30 years, I’ve been deeply committed to our local community—not only as a business owner but as someone who truly believes in the value of service. Since 2005, I’ve dedicated myself fully to the world of real estate. As the Broker/Owner of Real Estate Connect, helping people find the right investment property is not just my profession—it’s my passion. You can trust in my proven track record, my commitment to honesty and integrity, and my deep knowledge of the local market. I take pride in being a strong negotiator and a reliable advocate for my clients. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, your best interests will always come first. At Real Estate Connect, our team includes specialists in a variety of areas—from first-time homebuyers to farm and equestrian properties, as well as experienced buyer and seller agents. We are here to guide you every step of the way, providing personalized support and expertise you can count on. From land and multifamily opportunities to commercial ventures, I actively seek out income-producing properties and help my clients navigate each step of the acquisition process with confidence. My mission is simple: to serve you with professionalism, dedication, and care—because real estate isn’t just about property, it’s about people.

Born and raised in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Moved in December 2003 to Ocala. 2004 being a REALTOR®. First year of REALTOR®. Involved at different levels for more than 15 years with Real Estate Associations and their members at Local, State, National and Global arena. Awards & Recognition OMCAR Distinguished Member Award of the Year, 2016 OMCAR REALTOR® of the Year, Ocala 2014 C2EX Endorsed by NAR, 2019 Rookie of the Year, 2004 Rising Star, OMCAR, 2004 Outstanding Archives, OMCAR, 2004,2005, 2006, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018,2019,2020 Top Professional, OMCAR, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011. -Top Listing Team, Coldwell Banker Ellison Realty President's Elite, 2004,2005,2006, 2007, 2008 Award for Making a Difference, Marion County Association of Realtor, 2007, 2008,2009,2010 Global Leader, Miami Association of Realtors, 2013 Dominican Republic Real Estate Association Recognition Award, AEI, Dominican Republic 2014 Mexico Real Estate Association Recognition Award, AMPI, Mexico City, 2016 Orgullo Nuestro Latino Award, 2016 Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Gainesville, FL. - Confederación Inmobiliaria Latino America, CILA Distinguished Award, Orlando, Fl. At NAR Convention, Nov.2016. Qualifications REALTOR® & Real Estate Broker Commit to Excellence (C2EX) Short Sale, Foreclosure, REO Specialist (SFR) Resort Second Property Specialist (RSPS) Transnational Referral Certificate (TRC) Certified Negotiator Specialist (CNS) At Home With Diversity (AHWD) Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) 1031 Exchange Specialist Previews International Specialist Green Specialist In 2011 I, Open Doors to Global Properties Realty, LLC Broker / Owner, a Real Estate company with headquartered in the State of Florida physically in Ocala, Florida. We have satellite offices with strong relationship in more than 119 countries and focus on listings worldwide and the global exposure of their local properties. Specializing in buyers, sellers and listing in Residential, Commercial & International Properties in Florida and the Dominican Republic. Larissa Ortiz, is a Florida Instructor Owner for Real Estate PRO where offers Pre Licensing Programs and Continue Education Programs for Florida Real Estate, also Larissa teaches as International Speaker 11 different training's to the Latin American market classes that she wrote from her experiences in the business and combine with her authentic human bean as she is. She freshens up the Spanish Real Estate Agent, traveling to different countries Associations of Real Estate agents injecting energy and help sales pipeline more fruitful. She also opens the awareness on the Investment Visa in the United States of America speaking on how to Buy Real Estate Property in USA where she explains the Legal, Tax Title issues that any Foreign Buyer or Seller need to know. INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT National Association of Realtors NAR , Chair CIPS Advisory Board for 2018, CIPS Advisory Board Member since 2008 to 2018, President’s Liaison for The Dominican Republic, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, Member of the Global & Alliances & Committee since 2007 to 2019, Member to the Inaugural Fair Housing Committee, 2020. Florida Association REALTOR®: RPAC Fundraising Chair 2019, Global Business Committee 2007 to 2021, member of Commercial Alliance Committee, 2009/ 2012, YPN Advisory Committee, since 2015, YPN District 7 Key Contact, 2016, Mobilization Issues Committee, 2016 & 2017, MIPIM Presidential Advisory Group (PAG) 2017, Resort Second Home Specialist Committee, since 2014, Technology Committee, since 2009. Florida Realtor Party Coordinating Committee 2017, 2018, Legislative Think Tank Committee 2017,2018, Major Investors Committee, YPN Committee OMCAR, Vice President of the Board, 2021, By Laws Chair, 2020, Treasure, 2018, Board Of Director 2018-2017, MLS Director, 2013-2015, Chair, Global Council, 2009& 2013, 2016, 2017 RPAC Chair, 2016, Community Awareness Committee, YPN, Grievance Committee, Commercial Committee