
MEET THE TEAM

Buying or selling a home can seem daunting at first, but it doesn't have to be. Let my 24 years of experience as a realtor and 44 years of living in south Florida work for you. I work with both residential and commercial properties and have a knack for finding just the right fit for my clients. I am a Certified International Specialist. As I guide you through the process of selling or buying a property, my only objective is your ultimate satisfaction with the end result.

For over 30 years, it has been my honor to assist my sellers and buyers in a professional and courteous manner. So many have been repeat customers and are now also valued friends. Of course, the finest compliments I receive are when they refer their friends and family as they are guaranteed prompt and personal attention until I am successful in helping them achieve their goals.
My real estate career is high priority and has resulted in priceless insights, strategies and unique skills to help with your real estate needs. Great connections resulting in outstanding results for you, the customer! I am committed, enthusiastic and passionate in our joint efforts until you are 100% satisfied.
I have been married to my extremely supportive husband, David, for over 33 years. We are so proud of our two sons: a JAG in the Army and an IT Developer for a Fortune 500 company.
You can be sure that I will work hard to ensure that we find the house of your dreams or the buyer for your very special home.

I have lived in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl most of my life. I went to school at Norfolk Elementary, Walker Elementary. We moved to Deerfield Florida where I attended Deerfield Middle School and graduated from Pompano Beach Senior High School.
As a young person, I always knew that me career would have a lot to do with helping people. My work experience is as follows:
- General Motors Acceptance Corporation
- Southern Bell Telephone Company
- Landmark Bank, Florida National Bank
- Coastal States Mortgage
- Pat Hance Realty
My goal was to always be the best that I could be with any job, so I worked hard to finally find what my real true niche in life was. When I started in the mortgage business, I felt that I was helping get the loans for the homes that they wanted and I did my best to make it happen for them. As time went by, I expanded my opportunity by working with a great real Estate Company where I am now helping people truly find their dream home. As a Realtor and having the experience in the mortgage business I have now found my true goal.
I am very committed to offering the best quality of service available in my field and I hope after working with me you will feel the same way too.

Partners in every sense of the word, Clay and Laura Mitchell have been married for more then forty years and have been a full time professional Real Estate team for more than half of that time. Their entire Real Estate careers have been spent with Pat Hance Realty. Clay is a native Floridian and Laura, while hailing from Savannah, Georgia, has been in Florida long enough to claim native status. Laura is a "Gator" and Clay graduated from USF. Their two children excelled in Broward County Public Schools, and both graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans.
Clay and Laura are empty nesters now, but they enjoy visits with and from their first grand-child and the rowdy companionship of Indiana, Their beloved golden retriever. When it comes to Real estate, they know the models, they know the schools, the neighborhoods, and they know the ropes.

I have lived in South Florida for a long time. I’ve watched the greater Fort Lauderdale area change from a small town to a booming metropolis. I have worked in the local real estate market for many years, my children attended public schools in the area and I feel, wholeheartedly, that this is my community. I can probably answer any question you may have about South Florida, and if I don't know the answer myself, I will find someone who does! Born in Newburgh, New York, graduated Wheaton College, Wheaton, Illinois. Careers included social work, teaching, and finally my true love--Real Estate! My biggest goal is to help buyers, sellers and renters accomplish their real estate dreams, and to do it so successfully that you will think of Pat Hance Realty anytime the subject of real estate arises. We look forward to meeting you, working for you, and accomplishing your personal real estate dream!
Pat Hance - Licensed Real Estate Broker, Pat Hance Realty

Helping folks has been the focus of my career. Whether it has been as a Social Worker, or in Personnel I know to listen for the details and assist with information. Working at Pat Hance Realty is interesting and important - helping get the right information to our clients. So, look for me to welcome you on Monday, Tuesday or Friday and Elaine on Wednesday and Thursday. We are here to assist with your Real Estate needs!

I have been so fortunate in my career working for Pat Hance Realty for 28 years.. I started full time and now work part time. I am the first person you see when you enter our office and my goal is to make your real estate experience wonderful. I am a "Gal Friday" and can be helpful in all office procedures, and can match you to the perfect Realtor.
I am happily married for over 50 years, have a daughter and two wonderful grandchildren, and Pat hance Realty has always been my second family.
- Elaine Lazarus