Meet York Real Estate Team
James D. York P.A., Managing Partner
Summary of qualifications
● Seasoned real estate professional with over two decades of dedicated experience in the thriving Naples, Florida luxury real estate market. A background in residential construction equips me with comprehensive expertise in home design, and I boast a proven track record of facilitating successful transactions for both buyers and sellers. My career has been marked by collaboration with Real Estate teams, investors, Architectural Review Boards, architects, and esteemed residential builders, affording me in-depth knowledge of every facet of the building process.
Education
● Syracuse University | Business Major | Syracuse, NY
Professional experience
1996 – Present: Lead Realtor of the York Real Estate Team of Downing Frye Realty, in Naples, FL
Real Estate Sales Consultant (Present)
- Winner of SWFL People’s Choice Best Realtor Award (two consecutive years); Winner of SWFL People’s Choice Best Realtor Team/Group Award (three consecutive years)
- Specialize in high-end builder marketing within upscale gated golf communities.
- Provide expert advice and consultation on design and site development.
- Collaborate with investors, property owners, and architects.
- Successfully hire, train, and evaluate sales staff.
- Advise and orchestrate profit-driven sales and marketing plans, including comprehensive product market studies.
- Conduct annual seminars for the public and investors, offering insights into the market and its changes.
Member of the Collier County Code Enforcement Board (2023-2024)
- Participate in hearings regarding property owners and contractors not complying with county codes.
- Play a key role in imposing fines on non-compliant properties until they meet inspection standards set by the building department.
Host of Community Real Estate Show on YouTube TV (2020-present)
- Continue to serve the community through informative online broadcasts.
Author of Weekly Real Estate Column, Naples Daily News (2006-2021)
- Contributed a weekly column providing valuable insights and information to readers.
Adult Evening Real Estate Course Instructor, Collier County Public School System (2006-2020)
- Conducted informative real estate courses tailored to adult learners.
Host of Comcast TV Weekly Show, "Southwest Real Estate Update" (2006-2020)
- Educated the public on crucial real estate topics and issues through television programming.
President and Owner, Classique Custom Homes,Allentown ,PA(1990-1997)
- Led a successful high-end home construction business specializing in European and Country French styles.
- Developed comprehensive business and marketing plans, including budgeting.
- Managed home design and oversaw all aspects of the construction process and subcontractors.
Professional memberships
Naples Area Board of Realtors; Florida Association of Realtors; National Association of Realtors (1996-present)
Naples Area Board Legal Resource Committee
2010-2020: Committee in charge of Real Estate contracts for selling, buying, or renting
Morgan E. York, LLC
Summary of qualifications
A distinguished Realtor and Managing Partner of the York Real Estate Team at Downing-Frye, Morgan York is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for her clients through homeownership. With over 25 years of residency in Southwest Florida, Morgan possesses deep-rooted knowledge of the region and has a fervent appreciation for its unique lifestyle.
Morgan brings nearly a decade of success in the competitive SWFL real estate market, earning her a reputation as a highly respected and innovative agent. Her comprehensive understanding of the local market has enabled her to assist hundreds of families in finding their ideal homes. Clients benefit immensely from Morgan’s extensive training and real estate expertise, ensuring exceptional outcomes every time.
- Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE)
- Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI)
- Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR)
- Resort and Second Home Specialist (RSPS)
- Residential Real Estate Probate Specialist (REPS)
- Pricing Strategies Advisor (PSA)
- Hundreds of millions of dollars in sales
- Numerous buyers and sellers across various communities, including waterfront properties and Naples’ most desirable locations
- Extensive knowledge of local golf courses and pickleball courts (and an avid player of both herself!)
Education
• Florida Gulf Coast University | Business Management | Ft. Myers, FL
• Lutgert Collier Business Bachelors Degree Naples, FL
Professional experience
2013 -PRESENT York Real Estate Team of Downing-Frye Realty Inc, Naples, Florida REALTOR – Managing Partner
Expertise in Luxury Real Estate: Specializes in premium properties within prestigious communities, offering unparalleled market knowledge and insights.
Winner of SWFL People’s Choice Best Realtor/Team Group Award for three consecutive years
Consultative Guidance: Delivers professional advice on property selection and site development, ensuring optimal choices for clients.
Collaborative Projects: Works closely with investors, property owners, and architects to achieve outstanding results in property development.
Strategic Planning: Develops and implements profit-focused sales and marketing strategies, supported by thorough market analysis and studies.
Michael P. York, Partner
York Real Estate Team
Michael York joined the York Real Estate Group, after returning to Naples from Columbus GA and a successful career in the construction distribution industry overseeing a multimillion dollar region.
Although Michael was very successful in the corporate setting, his two true passions golf and real estate made the decision easy to return home. Through his junior career Michael has had the opportunity to play nearly every golf course in the Southwest Florida area, allowing him to provide unparalleled knowledge when discussing golf course communities. His expertise in high-end real estate and every local golf course ensures that your investment will break par every time.
Michael is originally from Allentown PA but spent most of his latter childhood in Naples, attending Barron Collier High School and IMG Academies in Bradenton FL. At IMG Michael played alongside fellow alumni that include the likes of Paula Creamer, Peter Uihlein, and Casey Wittenberg to name a few. Upon graduating from IMG Academies, Michael earned a B.S. in Marketing from Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers FL. Michael still maintains less than a 2 handicap till this day…….
Let the “Real Pro” help you with your golf and real estate needs today!
Chris Mitchell, Agency Owner
Brightway Insurance – Smith & Mitchell Agency
Born and raised in St. Louis, Chris is a Licensed 2-20 Agent and earned his bachelor's degree in International Business from the University of Mississippi. After working in Chicago, he and his family moved to Southwest Florida in 2004.
Married for over 11 years, Chris and his wife Kim have three children. Chris is involved with church, enjoys fishing and watching Ole Miss football and St. Louis Cardinals baseball in his free time.
In business since 2010, Brightway Insurance – Smith & Mitchell Agency now insure over 7,000 SWFL residents between their two locations in Fort Myers and Naples. He has been a Gulfshore Life Five Star award winner for Home/Auto Insurance Professionals the last 10 years.
Robert Slaughter
Mortgage Branch Manager | U.S. Bank
Having worked in the mortgage sector about 30 years it has been an honor to help individuals find the right financing to suit their needs. My wife and I have lived and raised three amazing kids in the community we love.
Originally from Akron, OH I received my BA from Kent State University and my Masters from the University of Akron. I am also proud to have served my country in the USMC.
Amber R. Mondock, Attorney at Law
Mondock Law
Hailing from Western Pennsylvania, Amber is a distinguished attorney with a specialty in Trusts, Estate Planning, and Business Law. A Seton Hill University graduate, she later pursued her law degree from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples. Recognized for her excellent written advocacy and leadership at Ave Maria, Amber's practice, Mondock Law, prioritizes future planning, ensuring both immediate and legacy protection for clients.
