Orlando, FL · Licensed Broker
Find your Orlando realtor.
Ryan Solberg is a licensed broker — not a team, not a pod — with 153+ closed transactions across Dr. Phillips, Windermere, Winter Park, and Lake Nona. 5.0★ on Zillow.
Personal reply within one business day · No robo-calls
Why MaxLife Realty
What you get when you work with a broker directly.
Most Orlando real estate teams operate as pods — you meet a listing agent or buyer's agent, then the file gets handed to coordinators and assistants. Ryan runs a boutique practice where every client is personally handled from first showing to closing documents. That's not a marketing claim; it's the model.
One broker. No handoffs.
You talk to Ryan at the first call and sign documents with Ryan at closing. No team pods, no assistants who don't know your file, no bait-and-switch after you're under contract.
Off-market access.
A meaningful share of Orlando luxury inventory never hits the MLS. Ryan's 10+ years of builder, seller, and agent relationships surfaces homes that never appear on Zillow — weeks before they would otherwise list.
Local market depth.
Every street in Dr. Phillips, every canal-front on the Butler Chain, every HOA rule in Isleworth — the detail that separates a good deal from a bad one comes from transactions, not websites.
Honest representation.
Ryan will tell you when a home is overpriced, when a neighborhood is about to change, and when the answer is 'wait.' That's not always what clients want to hear. It's what they need.
“Wow, what an amazing experience. Ryan was able to help me find the best home in Windermere. He is very knowledgeable and very resourceful. He helped me close a very big deal.”
Verified Zillow review · Windermere buyer
“My husband and I recently bought our first home and used Ryan Solberg as our realtor. We were nervous to begin the process — Ryan was absolutely outstanding. We could not have had a smoother home buying process.”
Verified Zillow review · First-time buyers
“Ryan was amazing. Extremely knowledgeable and doesn't want to waste time. Process was very smooth and he always answered all of my calls and questions immediately.”
Deanna Salman · Verified Zillow review
5.0★ on Zillow · 42 verified reviews
Markets we know
The Orlando-area neighborhoods we work every week.
Not a general-purpose brokerage that covers all of Florida. MaxLife Realty works a concentrated footprint — the markets where knowing the streets, the HOA boards, the dock permitting office, and the active listing agents personally makes a material difference in your outcome.
How it works
What happens after you reach out.
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One conversation
Tell Ryan what you're looking for — neighborhoods, timeline, price range, any must-haves. No forms to fill out, no intake questionnaire. Just a call or message.
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A curated shortlist
Within 48 hours Ryan sends a private shortlist: active MLS listings, coming-soon properties, and any relevant off-market homes from his network that match your criteria.
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Personal representation
From first tour through closing, Ryan handles every call, every offer, every inspection issue, and every negotiation personally. One point of contact, start to finish.
Get started
Ready to find your home in Orlando?
Tell Ryan what you're working on — buying, selling, relocating, or just starting to look. He reviews every inquiry personally and responds within one business day.
Common questions
FAQ — Finding a realtor in Orlando.
How do I find a good realtor in Orlando?
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Look for a licensed broker with verifiable closed transactions in your specific target neighborhoods — not just a sales agent. Check recent Zillow and Google reviews. The person you interview should be the person at your closing, not a team member you've never met.
What does a buyer's agent cost in Orlando?
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Buyer's agent compensation is negotiable in Florida. Most Orlando sellers still offer buyer agent compensation (typically 2–3% of purchase price) as part of their listing strategy. Your broker should disclose their compensation in writing before you tour any homes.
Should I use a realtor or a real estate broker?
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A broker holds a higher license than a sales agent — additional education, a harder exam, and the ability to operate independently. For luxury, waterfront, or complex transactions (1031 exchanges, new construction), working directly with a licensed broker gives you more direct accountability.
How quickly can you help me find a home in Orlando?
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Competitive price ranges: plan 30–90 days from first tour to closing. For off-market and luxury properties above $1.5M, Ryan's private network sometimes surfaces homes before MLS — some buyers have closed in under 30 days from first call.
What are home prices like in Orlando right now?
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The broader metro median is around $390K–$420K, but luxury submarkets diverge sharply. Dr. Phillips runs $700K–$900K median, Windermere $900K–$2M+, Isleworth and Butler Chain waterfront $2M–$20M+, and Winter Park historic estates $1.5M–$12M+.
Do you work with buyers, sellers, or both?
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Both. Ryan represents sellers on listing strategy, pricing, staging, and marketing — and buyers on search, off-market access, negotiation, and closing. He also handles both sides of 1031 exchanges and new construction direct-from-builder transactions.
Orlando · Dr. Phillips · Windermere · Winter Park
Let's find your home.
One call. One broker. The full Orlando market — on and off MLS.





