The Jim Roman Group — Pennsylvania and Florida real estate expertise

Pennsylvania & Florida Real Estate

Your Real Estate Experts

Helping Families buy, sell, invest, build, and relocate in both Pennsylvania and Florida. 30+ Years of Real Estate, Construction, Management and Business Experience. One Realtor. Two States. Unlimited Opportunities.

Licensed in Pennsylvania & Florida
PA & FL Markets
Military & Relocation Specialists
James Roman, MBA, Realtor

Meet Your Realtor

One Realtor. Two States. Unlimited Opportunities.

Jim Roman is not your average real estate agent. With 30+ years of combined experience in real estate, construction, property management, and business — plus an academic background that includes graduate and doctoral-level study — Jim brings a depth of knowledge to every transaction that simply cannot be matched. Whether you're buying your first home in Pennsylvania, retiring to the Gulf Coast of Florida, or building an investment portfolio across both states, Jim has the expertise, the credentials, and the commitment to get it done right.

James Roman — Realtor, PA & FL | MBA | Military Certified

Other than his four children, Jim's proudest moment came when he received the NCO Award for Honesty, Integrity & Leadership in ROTC at the University of Pittsburgh. Jim prides himself on working hard and doing the right thing for his clients — every single time.

30+ Years

Real Estate & Business Experience

PA & FL

Dual-State Licensed

Military

Relocation Certified

The Competitive Difference

Why Choose Jim Roman?

Most realtors have a license. Jim Roman has a career built on education, service, construction expertise, and a genuine commitment to his clients' success — in two states.

CategoryAverage RealtorJim Roman
State LicensesOne state onlyPA & FL dual-licensed
EducationReal estate license courseMBA + 3 graduate degrees
Doctoral StudiesNot applicableABD — PhD, Org. Leadership
Construction BackgroundSales experience onlyHands-on construction expertise
Investment ExperienceLimited or noneMulti-unit investor background
Teaching ExperienceNot applicableFormer college professor
Military RelocationGeneral practiceMRP certified specialist
Diversity CertificationNot certifiedAt Home with Diversity certified
Relocation SpecialtyLocal market onlyPA ↔ FL relocation specialist
Client RelationshipOne transactionLifetime advisor
Years of ExperienceIndustry avg: 5–8 yrs30+ years
List-to-Sale RatioTypically 95–98%103% average

Advanced Academic Credentials

Education that elevates every transaction

  • ABD — PhD in Organizational LeadershipDoctoral Program
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)Point Park University
  • Master of ArtsDuquesne University
  • Bachelor of ArtsUniversity of Pittsburgh
  • Associate Degree in Biblical StudiesColorado Christian University

Certifications & Specializations

Licensed in Pennsylvania & Florida

  • Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
  • At Home with Diversity Certification
  • Resort & Second/Investment Property Specialist
  • Buyers Specialist — First-Time & Move-Up
  • Sellers Specialist — Pricing & Negotiation
  • Relocation Specialist — PA to FL & Beyond

Construction Knowledge

Jim's hands-on construction background means he can spot issues other agents miss — saving buyers thousands and helping sellers price accurately.

Investor Experience

From single-family rentals to multi-unit properties, Jim understands investment real estate from the inside — not just as a salesperson.

Former College Professor

Jim's teaching background means he educates every client through the process — no surprises, no confusion, just clear guidance at every step.

NCO Award — Integrity & Leadership

Honored at the University of Pittsburgh for Honesty, Integrity & Leadership. The same values that guide every client relationship today.

Getting to Know The Jim Roman Group

Certification

At Home with Diversity Certification

As The Jim Roman Group we are a team of experienced and professional real estate agents committed to helping our clients navigate the 2026 housing market.

Military Certified

Military Relocate Professional Certification

With over 25 years of expertise in real estate industry, our team has a deep understanding of the real estate market.

Investment Specialist

Resort & Second/Investment Property Specialist Certification

Specialized expertise in resort properties, vacation homes, and investment real estate across Pennsylvania and Florida markets.

Resort and Investment Property Specialist badge
RCRPL Specializations

Recognized Certifications & Specializations

Free Resources

Free Buyer's Guides & Downloads

Download any of our free guides to help you navigate the 2026 real estate market. Simply enter your name and email and Jim will send it right to your inbox.

Client Stories

What Clients Say About Jim

30+ years of transactions across Pennsylvania and Florida. Here are a few of the families and investors who trusted Jim to guide them through one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

5.0· 30+ years · PA & FL

Jim sold our Upper St. Clair home in 11 days at $18,000 over asking. He priced it perfectly, staged it beautifully, and handled every detail. We have recommended him to four neighbors since.

Sold in 11 days · $18K over asking
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Mark & Diane Kowalski

Upper St. Clair, PA

seller

I relocated from Pittsburgh to Naples and Jim coordinated both sides of the transaction seamlessly. He knew the Naples market as well as he knew my Pittsburgh neighborhood. I never felt like I was navigating this alone.

PA-to-FL relocation · Dual-state transaction
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Patricia Hennessey

Pittsburgh, PA → Naples, FL

relocation

As first-time buyers, we were nervous about the whole process. Jim walked us through every step, helped us understand what to look for in inspections, and negotiated $12,000 off the list price. We could not have done this without him.

First-time buyers · $12K negotiated savings
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Robert & Susan Fitzgerald

Peters Township, PA

buyer

I own three investment properties in Cape Coral that Jim helped me acquire over the past two years. His knowledge of the Southwest Florida rental market — cap rates, insurance costs, HOA considerations — is unmatched. He thinks like an investor, not just an agent.

3 investment properties · Cape Coral, FL
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Tom Gallagher

Cape Coral, FL

investor

We sold our Bethel Park home and bought in Punta Gorda within 60 days. Jim managed the timeline so we never had a gap in housing. The tax savings alone in Florida have been incredible. He was right about everything.

Sold PA · Bought FL · 60-day close
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Linda & George Mancuso

Bethel Park, PA → Punta Gorda, FL

relocation

Jim's market analysis was spot-on. He told me exactly what my home would sell for and why, and he was right to the dollar. Closed in 22 days with no contingencies. Professional from start to finish.

Sold in 22 days · No contingencies
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Kevin Thornton

Mt. Lebanon, PA

seller

Jim's Military Relocation Professional certification made all the difference. He understood our VA loan, our timeline, and the stress of PCS moves better than any agent we have worked with in 22 years of military service. He found us the perfect home in Moon Township and closed on our schedule.

Military relocation · VA loan specialist
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Col. James & Mary Whitfield (Ret.)

Moon Township, PA

buyer

I was buying a vacation home in Sarasota from out of state and was worried about doing it remotely. Jim did video walkthroughs, coordinated the inspection, and flagged two issues that saved me from a bad purchase. I bought the right home at the right price. Couldn't be happier.

Out-of-state vacation home purchase · Sarasota
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Angela Rossi

Sarasota, FL

buyer

We interviewed three agents and Jim was the only one who came prepared with a real pricing strategy and a marketing plan. He listed on a Thursday, had 14 showings by Sunday, and we accepted an offer Monday morning at $22,000 over list. Exceptional.

14 showings in 3 days · $22K over asking
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Dave & Carol Petersen

North Allegheny, PA

seller

Jim helped me build a portfolio of four single-family rentals in Lee County over 18 months. He identified properties before they hit the MLS, understood my cash-flow requirements, and never pushed me toward a deal that didn't pencil out. He is a true investment partner.

4-property portfolio · Lee County, FL
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Michael Okonkwo

Fort Myers, FL

investor

Retiring and moving from South Fayette to Naples was the biggest financial decision of our lives. Jim handled the sale of our PA home and the purchase of our Florida condo simultaneously. He was patient, thorough, and always available. We felt completely taken care of.

Retirement relocation · Simultaneous close
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Theresa & Bill Kaminsky

South Fayette, PA → Naples, FL

relocation

In a market where good homes were gone in 48 hours, Jim got me in to see properties the day they listed and helped me write a competitive offer that won without overpaying. His knowledge of the North Hills market is second to none.

Competitive market · Won in multiple offers
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Jason Burkhart

Pine-Richland, PA

buyer
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