| Thomas McKnight, CDRE is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE), Realtor, and President & CEO of The McKnight Group with Keller Williams Elite Partners III Realty. Certified through The Ilumni Institute, he specializes in the sale of residential real estate in divorce, probate, and other complex life-transition matters, serving as a neutral real estate resource for attorneys, mediators, financial professionals, and their clients.
Tom brings a unique combination of leadership, discipline, and real estate expertise to every transaction. He served 21 years on active duty in the United States Army, followed by 14 years as a civilian leader with the Department of Defense, culminating in a distinguished 35-year career of service. During that time, he experienced 22 relocations 17 with his family and personally navigated the purchase and sale of multiple homes. Those experiences provided firsthand insight into the financial and emotional challenges that accompany major life transitions and shaped his client-first philosophy.
Today, Tom's mission is simple: to help people navigate complex real estate decisions with professionalism, compassion, and clarity. He is particularly passionate about helping families through divorce by providing objective guidance, transparent communication, and a structured process that keeps transactions moving forward while reducing unnecessary conflict whenever possible.
Having successfully represented the sale of approximately 200 homes totaling more than $60 million in closed real estate sales, Tom has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results while treating every client with respect and dignity. His extensive network of lenders, inspectors, contractors, title professionals, and other trusted service providers allows him to coordinate every aspect of the transaction.
Tom's military leadership experience combined with his training as a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert has uniquely prepared him to remain calm under pressure, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and maintain neutrality in emotionally charged situations. These qualities enable him to provide informed, objective opinions regarding the sale of real property in both collaborative and litigated divorces while working closely with attorneys and other professionals to help achieve the best possible outcome for everyone involved.
Known for his integrity, professionalism, and ability to build consensus, Tom believes that successful transactions are built on trust, communication, and collaboration.
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