If you're searching for a home in Central Florida, look no further than Jim Richardson. A Lake County native with deep local roots, Jim graduated from Leesburg High School before attending the University of Florida. After spending several years in Maine, where he met his wife of 37 years, Jane, he returned to Florida in 1990 to raise their daughters, Lindsay and Lauren. Today, he enjoys time with his three grandchildren, Claire, Maggie, and Gage, who lovingly call him “Jimpa.” Jim is an active member of First Baptist Church of Leesburg and is dedicated to serving his community.
Before entering real estate, Jim spent 19 years as a commercial landscape and irrigation contractor. In 2009, Jim decided to make a change and moved into real estate. He has spent the last 16 years building a highly successful real estate career with ERA Grizzard Real Estate, earning numerous accolades along the way. His achievements include Rookie of the Year (2009), the Good Neighbor Award (2011 and 2013), Top Producer in Leesburg (2023), National ERA Momentum Award winner (2015), and ERA's prestigious Leaders Circle Award (2015, 2016, 2023, and 2025). Jim is consistently a multimillion-dollar producer and is consistently ranked in the top 10 agents at ERA Grizzard and in the Top 50 agents in the MLS.
Covering all of Central Florida, Jim is exceptionally knowledgeable about a wide range of properties, including residential, commercial, income-producing, and large tracts of land. In addition, he has an in-depth knowledge of various loan products, including VA, FHA, FHA 203K, USDA, and conventional loans, as well as short sales and reverse-mortgage purchases. Jim also has extensive experience handling estate sales, including helping clients navigate the probate process. Known for his problem-solving skills and dedication to his customers, Jim is the agent people turn to when transactions get tough. He takes personal pride in always going the extra mile.