Meet Tamara

2024 Hernando County Realtor® of the Year

Award-Winning Florida Realtor & Trusted Community Leader

Specializing in Baby Boomer Relocation | Top-Producing Listing Agent | Serving Tampa Bay & Nature Coast

Expert Guidance in Hernando County: Serving Brooksville, Spring Hill and surrounding areas

Tamara is a real estate advisor serving Hernando County, including Brooksville and Spring Hill, as well as nearby Hudson in Pasco County. She specializes in helping women 55+ downsize and sell homes for themselves or a parent. With over 50 transactions and more than $11 million in sales, Tamara has built her business around guiding clients through important life transitions. Many of the people she works with are making significant decisions independently—whether that means downsizing after many years in a home or managing the sale of a parent’s property. Tamara understands that these moves are about more than real estate. They often involve family dynamics, timing challenges, and emotional decisions. Her role is to bring clarity to the process, helping clients understand their options and move forward with confidence.

Her approach is shaped by both professional experience and personal perspective. Tamara has served as an executor and has supported a family member through dementia and the transition into memory care, allowing her to better support clients navigating care giving situations or handling a loved one’s home. Before entering real estate, Tamara was an award-winning educator and ESOL instructor, helping individuals build new opportunities through learning. That background continues to influence how she works today—focused on clear communication, patience, and steady guidance every step of the way. Tamara has also been recognized for her leadership and service, including honors such as Teacher of the Year, Realtor of the Year, and Chamber Ambassador of the Year.

If you are planning a move related to downsizing or managing a home for a parent, Tamara provides trusted local expertise with a focus on making the process feel manageable and supported.

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Tamara Hightower

"Tamara believes real estate is not just about homes—it's about people. Her clients aren't just transactions—they're stories that matter."

Professional Recognition & Industry Leadership

2024 Achievements

2024 Hernando County Association Of Realtors® Realtor® of the year

HCAR 2024 Leadership Graduate

Professional Memberships

National Association of Realtors®

Suncoast Tampa Association of Realtors®

Florida Realtors®

Professional Certifications

ABR®

Accredited Buyer's Representative

C2EX®

Committed to Excellence

SFR®

Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

SRES®

Senior Real Estate Specialest

Associations & Committees

Hernando County Association of Realtors®

Board of Directors Member

Chair of Events Committee

Grievance Committee Member

Suncoast Tampa Association of Realtors®

Florida Realtors®

Community Involvement

Current Leadership Roles

Rotary Club of Brooksville - 2024-2025 President & 2023-2024 President-Elect

BSA Greater Tampa Bay - District Commissioner, Withlacoochee Area

Greater Hernando Chamber of Commerce - Ambassador & 2023 Leadership Graduate

Community Organizations

100+ Women Who Care Nature Coast

Elks Lodge of Brooksville

HPH Hospice Women of Giving (Founding Member)

HPH Hospice Genies

Past Honors & Service Awards

Tamara believes in giving back, helping and serving in the communities where she lives and works. Her commitment to service has been recognized through various awards and leadership positions.

Current Leadership Roles

Rotary Club of Brooksville - 2024-2025 President & 2023-2024 President-Elect

BSA Greater Tampa Bay - District Commissioner, Withlacoochee Area

Greater Hernando Chamber of Commerce - Ambassador & 2023 Leadership Graduate

Community Organizations

Rotary Club of Brooksville

100+ Women Who Care Nature Coast

Elks Lodge of Brooksville

HPH Hospice Women of Giving (Founding Member)

HPH Hospice Genies

The Personal Side of Tamara

Tamara believes in giving back, helping and serving in the communities where she lives and works. Her commitment to service has been recognized through various awards and leadership positions.

Hobbies & Interests

Reading

Travel

Swimming

Live Music

Sewing

Boating

Theater

Beach Walks

Family & Background

Married to Lee for 35 years

Proud Gator mom of two UF graduate sons

Devoted beagle mom to Purvis and Percy

Born in Sarasota, raised in Georgia

Florida resident for 20 years

Ready to Make Your Move?

Whether you're a baby boomer looking to downsize, a veteran seeking your dream home, or a first-time buyer, Tamara is here to guide you every step of the way.

Downsizing Specialist

Veterans Advocate

First-Time Buyer Expert

Trusted Professional