Tony Lander

Agent Spotlight

What’s your motto? The purpose of life is to be happy.
Describe yourself in one word. Genuine.

What’s your specialty? Making a connection with my clients so I can serve them best as they make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. I take the time to find out what is best for the long term. I want to be thought of as someone who will always exceed expectations, rather than just do what’s easy.

What do you like best about working in real estate? It’s a very challenging and rewarding service business. No two transactions are the same and things are always changing/evolving. It’s crazy how many details and moving parts there are which keeps me on my toes!

What tips would you give to a first-time home buyer? Find an agent that you have a good gut feeling about and follow their lead and referrals throughout the transaction. Ask lots of questions.

What tips would you give people thinking about selling their home? Contact me early on when you are considering selling. I can help you decide if the timing is right, and advise you on a lot of details to save you time, money and effort when you decide you are ready to sell.

What are your personal interests/hobbies? My wife Melissa and I have 2 little ones, Harlie (2014) and Rocco (2017) and watching them grow is an amazing and fun experience. I play keyboards, harmonica, sing and write songs. I also love live music festivals, good food, good drink, and good people.

What did you do before working in real estate? I was a professional musician and music teacher at Musicians Institute in Hollywood. Before that, my list of jobs could fill two pages. It all started with my mother setting up a lemonade stand for me and my little sister when I was 5 years old. That was the day my work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit was born and I never looked back.

What accomplishments are you most proud of? I’ve picked up, moved to a new and unfamiliar area, and completely started over 3 times in my life. Each time it took me out of my comfort zone and helped me grow as a person. The people I’ve met, places I’ve been, and things I’ve experienced were only possible because I took those leaps of faith. It’s as exciting as it is scary. I highly recommend it.

What local nonprofit are you most passionate about? Petaluma Valley Rotary Club and COTS (Committee On The Shelterless).