RE/MAX Elite Realty | Palm Harbor

My family relocated to Palm Harbor in 1988 when I was ten years old. I've had the privilege of growing up in this area and experiencing everything it has to offer. My appreciation has led me to pursue a career in real estate. Throughout my eighteen years of experience, I've met some really amazing people and I have enjoyed helping each of them achieve their goals. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS: Florida Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Pinellas Realtor Organization, MFRMLS, Executive Club and 100% Club at RE/MAX.

Dr. Dean A. Koutroumanis, D.B.A., M.B.A. (Dr. K) - Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker Associate | Commercial & Business Consultant | Residential Real Estate | University Professor Dean specializes in commercial and business brokerage related real estate transactions, business consulting and has been a licensed Florida real estate associate since 2004. Dr. K has enjoyed a 25+ year career as a serial entrepreneur with ventures that range in scope from the hospitality industry, real estate development, real estate investment and real estate brokerage. Dean has leveraged his operational expertise in developing the Florida market for a national restaurant chain, opening multiple locations coast to coast within the state of Florida. He has secured multiple locations in the Metro Tampa Bay area and has launched several successful hospitality and real estate ventures of his own. Dean’s core values in real estate brokerage are the same values that have made him successful in all of his business ventures: Empathy, Reliability and Exceeding Expectations. In the last 10 years Dean has assisted numerous clients in selling their legacy businesses (including his own) that had been established and in business from 20 to 46 years. His expertise in property valuation, business valuation, strategic positioning and 1031 Tax Deferred exchange have helped his clients maximize the financial benefits of their lifelong work. Dr. K is also a professor of strategic management and entrepreneurship, and the Associate Director of the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center at the John H. Sykes College of Business at The University of Tampa. His intimate knowledge and expertise of business operations make him a great asset for his clients and differentiates him from many other real estate professionals.

Hello! My name is Dustin J. Layton, and I am a Broker Associate at RE/MAX Elite Realty – with offices in Palm Harbor & Dunedin! Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, I relocated to Florida right after high school in 2003. I have an associate degree in Architecture & Drafting, but real estate has always been my true passion! I have been licensed since 2013 and have been a full-time agent since day one. I was also the Office Manager for our brokerage from 2014-2021 all the while still managing my own client’s transactions and managing to obtain my Broker’s License. I always say real estate is my passion, my career, & my hobby! Buying or selling a home is a major event and my expertise can help clients achieve their goals and have a positive outcome. Ongoing communications and personal contact, market updates and staying on top of the sales process provides the best possible experience for buyers and sellers. Making sure that the process is smooth and seamless is the cornerstone of my success. I strive to maintain long-term relationships with clients and help them make wise financial decisions with their real estate purchases. My goal is always to exceed expectations. TRUST IN DUSTIN! Award History 2021 - 100% Club 2018 - 5 Year RE/MAX Anniversary 2017 - Executive Club