Scott Gearhart Branch Manager Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County

Scott Gearhart   Branch Manager   Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County My journey with Coldwell Banker Realty started in 1997 where I was an award winning Realtor and Property Manager of 75+ properties until 2016.

Branch Manager

I work directly with you to help grow your business through personalized support.

• Non-competing manager
• In-house marketing team

If you’re thinking about making a move or just want to compare, reach out anytime.

📲 813-784-5968 In 2016 I started serving as the Branch Manager for our Winter Haven location, opened the new Lake Wales location in 2019, and accepted the role of

Manager for our Lakeland location as well. In addition to my professional role, I am honored to serve as the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board for the City of Lake Alfred, a voluntary position I have held since 2021. Our Polk County Coldwell Banker Realty offices are consistently among the leading offices in their respective markets. We provide comprehensive residential and commercial real estate services, including vacant land, mobile homes, new construction, existing homes, large and small commercial properties, investments, and property management. Whether buying or selling, our team is prepared to meet all of your real estate needs. As the son of a retired USMC Colonel, I grew up relocating frequently before settling in the Greater Tampa Bay area in 1985. I have been with Coldwell Banker my entire career since 1997, earning Rookie of the Year that same year and achieving multi‑million‑dollar producer status from 1998 to 2016. I transitioned into management in 2016. If you are a customer seeking real estate guidance, please feel free to contact me at any time. I am supported by a dedicated team of professionals eager to show you why Coldwell Banker is the #1 real estate company in Florida and the United States. If you are a real estate professional considering a career move, I welcome the opportunity to meet confidentially. I offer one‑on‑one coaching, company‑provided training, a productive work environment, and state‑of‑the‑art marketing tools—all included for our agents.

We’re   to celebrate the Coldwell Banker Realty agents recognized on the 2026 RealTrends Verified list! Your passion, pr...
06/05/2026

We’re to celebrate the Coldwell Banker Realty agents recognized on the 2026 RealTrends Verified list!

Your passion, professionalism, and commitment to excellence continue to set a new standard in real estate. We’re honored to support your success every step of the way!

06/04/2026

📍 Want to show up more often in AI-powered search results? As your Branch Manger these are one of the many things I will set up for you, no need to do it yourself.

Here’s exactly what you should do next:

✅ 1. Claim & Clean Your Online Presence

Your Name, Address, and Phone Number (NAP) must be identical everywhere—especially on Google Business Profile and Apple Maps.

If your information is inconsistent or fragmented across the web, AI search engines may struggle to trust your business and recommend you.

✅ 2. Own a Specific Niche

Generative AI rewards specialists, not generalists.

Instead of being “just another Realtor,” become known as:
🏡 The Historic Home Specialist in Polk County
🏡 The Luxury Lakefront Expert
🏡 The Downsizing Specialist for Seniors
🏡 The New Construction Advisor

The more specific your expertise, the easier it is for AI and consumers to identify you as the go-to resource.

✅ 3. Build Digital PR

Get quoted in local media, contribute articles, or publish content on platforms like Medium and Substack.

High-authority mentions, backlinks, and local citations help validate your expertise and increase your visibility in AI-powered search results.

💡 The agents who become the most visible online over the next few years won’t necessarily be the biggest spenders—they’ll be the most trusted sources of information.

📌 Save this post and revisit it the next time you’re doing a digital audit of your real estate business. Contact me anytime on my mobile @ 813-784-5968





Nothing says “consumer advocacy” quite like requiring a continuous, royalty-free license to use and distribute content c...
05/30/2026

Nothing says “consumer advocacy” quite like requiring a continuous, royalty-free license to use and distribute content created by Realtors and homeowners.

Calling this consumer protection is a stretch.

It also raises an important question: when brokerages choose to align themselves closely with platforms like Zillow, are they truly looking out for their agents and clients — or their own interests? Are you an agent and depend on Zillow for all or a lot of your business ? Let’s talk. Are you a seller ? Consider this before choosing a brokerage.

At Coldwell Banker Realty, we believe sellers deserve choices. That’s why we offer multiple marketing strategies tailored to your goals, timeline, and comfort level putting you in control of how your property is marketed. Private exclusives, coming soons, and the MLS. NO ONE else offers these options.

Thinking about buying or selling? Reach out anytime and I’ll help connect you with the right agent for your needs.

📱 813-784-5968

We absolutely adore our Sunbelt Title offices here in Polk County. Regularly tops in central Florida and highly ranked i...
05/28/2026

We absolutely adore our Sunbelt Title offices here in Polk County. Regularly tops in central Florida and highly ranked in the state we have agents come from other brokerages to use our in house title company because they are that good ! Want a smooth closing as a customer or agent ? Call Sunbelt, there is a huge difference.

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05/25/2026

We pause to honor the courageous men
and women who made the ultimate
sacrifice in service to our country. Their
bravery will never be forgotten.

05/13/2026

Realtor friends in Polk County… if your business is heavily dependent on Zillow zip code leads and similar paid lead platforms, pay close attention to where the industry is heading.

The real estate “chess board” is shifting fast, and agents who build their business strictly around purchased internet leads could see major changes later this year. The agents who will win long term are the ones building organic business, local relationships, repeat customers, referrals, branding, and strong systems alongside a brokerage that actually helps them grow.

At Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County, we focus on helping agents build sustainable businesses with:
• One-on-one support from a local non-competing manager
• No-cost in-house marketing support
• No-cost transaction coordination
• Organic growth strategies
• Technology + brand power that actually supports your business
• A company focused on long-term agent success

Polk County Realtors — don’t wait until it’s too late to pivot.

Call or text me anytime at 813-784-5968 and let’s just have a confidential conversation about your business and where the market is heading.





To the hearts that make a house a home:Happy Mother's Day! We celebrate allthe mothers and maternal figures who fillour ...
05/10/2026

To the hearts that make a house a home:
Happy Mother's Day! We celebrate all
the mothers and maternal figures who fill
our lives with love, comfort, and wisdom.

05/07/2026

Congratulations to our top SINGLE AGENTS for the month of April 2026 in our Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County offices in Lake Wales, Lakeland, and Winter Haven Florida.

Contact me, Scott Gearhart / Branch Manager anytime and I will align you with the right Realtor for your needs, 813-784-5968.

05/06/2026

Congratulations to our top teams for the month of April 2026 in our Coldwell Banker Realty Polk County offices in Lake Wales, Lakeland, and Winter Haven Florida.

Contact me, Scott Gearhart / Branch Manager anytime and I will align you with the right Realtor for your needs, 813-784-5968.

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290 Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Winter Haven, FL
33880

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