MEET THE MILITARY GROUP

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Adam Zahra

TEAM OWNER

Chief Adam Zahra, owner and operator of The Military Group, is a native of Hampton Bays, New York, enlisted in the United States Navy in February 2007.  His fleet assignments include (HSL44) Antisubmarine Squadron, (HSM74) Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron, Navy Recruiting District New York (NRDNY), and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM70). Chief Zahra also completed 4 deployments to 5th Fleet, and a NATO deployment in 6th Fleet. His decorations include the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (7 awards) and various unit and campaign awards.

His love for Real Estate started when he began helping junior sailors in assisting with managing their rental properties. This eventually evolved into getting his real estate license in 2019. Since 2019, Chief Zahra has dedicated his time in assisting active duty and veteran clients in the purchase and sale of homes in Jacksonville, FL.

Sarah Zahra

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Sarah, Director of Operations, brings a unique blend of experience, dedication, and passion to the world of real estate. As the wife of team owner Adam Zahra and a military spouse of 15 years, Sarah has cultivated a deep appreciation for home and community.

Sarah's journey has been marked by a commitment to education and professional growth. She earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Management and Supervision from Florida State College at Jacksonville. Her career initially blossomed in the field of Medical Imaging, where she excelled as an X-ray and MRI technologist. Sarah's drive for knowledge and sharing her expertise led her into the realm of education, where she served as a Clinical Coordinator for a Radiology Program.

While her career path has been diverse, Sarah's interest in real estate has always been a constant. Her genuine enthusiasm for helping others find their perfect home, coupled with her extensive background in healthcare and education, positions her as a knowledgeable and empathetic guide in the real estate world.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Sarah cherishes time spent with family and actively engages with the military community, understanding the unique needs and challenges of military families.

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Cory Hays

LEAD AGENT | REALTOR ®

As a licensed REALTOR® in Northeast FL, Chief Petty Officer (retired) Cory Hays is proud to help guide you through the home buying and selling process. His promise to you is to provide you with a wealth of knowledge that allows you to make an informed decision.

Making seven permanent change of station moves (PCS) --- Cory has been able to transition his experience to the Real Estate industry and excels at matching clients with their ideal home and community. Serving in the Navy for 20 years, Cory uses his military insight to help ease families who are relocating. Cory has earned his Military Relocation Professional designation and is certified military agent through his partnership with the Automated Housing Referral Network (AHRN).

Utilizing the tools from The Military Group, Cory Hays is equipped to navigate his clients through any problem and makes any real estate transaction a breeze for his clients.

Yana Austin

LEAD AGENT | REALTOR ®
Yana Austin is a dedicated real estate agent with a passion for assisting military families in buying and selling their homes. As a military spouse herself, Yana understands the unique challenges and needs of military families and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful real estate experience. She has been a resident of northeast Florida since 1995, giving her an extensive knowledge of the local housing market and its dynamics.
Yana's commitment to her clients is evident in her exceptional customer service and unwavering support throughout the entire buying or selling process. She takes the time to listen to her clients' needs and preferences, providing personalized guidance and expert advice to help them make informed decisions. Yana's attention to detail and strong negotiation skills ensure that her clients receive the best possible outcomes.
In addition to her role as a real estate agent, Yana is a busy mom to two children who are actively involved in sports. Her commitment to her family means she travels frequently to attend her kids' sporting events, but this does not hinder her dedication to her clients. Yana's excellent time management skills and efficient work style allow her to juggle her responsibilities effectively, providing her clients with the attention and care they deserve.
Whether you are a military family looking to relocate or a homeowner looking to sell, Yana Austin is the reliable and knowledgeable real estate agent you can trust. Her deep understanding of the local market, combined with her genuine passion for helping others, make her an invaluable resource for all your real estate needs in northeast Florida.
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Jasmine Fletcher

REALTOR ®

Chief Jasmine Fletcher, a licensed REALTOR® with The Military Group, enlisted in the United States Navy in July 2002 out of Cleveland, OH. Her fleet assignments include USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 40 (VRC-40), Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 9 (HSC-9), Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic (AIRLANT), Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 121 (VAW-121), and Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) Jacksonville. Her decorations include the Navy Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3 awards) and various unit and campaign awards.

She’s always had a passion for helping Sailors and friends looking for new places to stay, so she decided to make it official and get into Real Estate.

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Jonathan Tucker

REALTOR ®

Jonathan is a Chief Navy Counselor and former Aviation Maintenance Administration man. Originally from Rochester NY, he enlisted in the Navy in 2003 with fleet assignments to include Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HSM) 51, Naval Operational Support Center (NOSC) Washington DC, Navy Provisional Detainee Battalion (NPDB) 5 in Camp Bucca Iraq, Fleet Readiness Center (FRC) Mid Atlantic Washington DC, VR-53 C-130 Logistics Squadron at Joint Base Andrews in MD, USS IWO JIMA (LHD 7), and NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville.

Working as a Navy Career Counselor, he has had a passion for providing Sailors guidance and tools to navigate through their career and accomplish their goals.

As a REALTOR®, he uses that drive and passion to help others obtain the American Dream of Home Ownership and works diligently to get his clients the most out of their home sales. He values listening to and connecting with clients as well as understanding the current market, local area, negotiating tactics and Real Estate fundamentals to ensure his clients are given the best possible service from start to finish.

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Season Hodge

REALTOR ®

Season is a licensed REALTOR servicing the Northeast FL area. She has an extensive background in sales, marketing and client relationships and takes pride in her ability to provide exceptional customer service.

She is also a Florida native from Central Florida and relocated to Jacksonville in 2005 to finish her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from UNF. Season not only worked in the corporate sector in business management and sales for over a decade, she also became a business owner and operator of an online clothing boutique. With her entrepreneurial spirit and attention to detail and service, she is willing to go the extra mile for her clients.

Season resides with her husband, Kellen Hodge (Navy - Retired), two children and two basset hounds in Saint Johns, FL. She has been a proud Navy wife for nearly 12 years and has been by her husband’s side for 15 of the 20 years he served as a US Navy Rescue Swimmer. With the tools and resources from the Military Group, Season's experience as a Navy Spouse, and the many years of living in Northeast Florida, she has the foundations to assist her clients in any real estate transaction, making home ownership a seamless and exciting process!

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Liam Mulcahy

REALTOR ®

Aviation Technician and Second-Class Petty Officer Liam Mulcahy is originally from Key Largo, FL. He joined the Navy in March of 2015 and spent his first fleet assignment at (HSM74) Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron. Undergoing a deployment to 5th Fleet on the USS Eisenhower in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. He then sailed on the USS Gerald R. Ford, directing some of the first ever helicopter landings on its flight deck, before undergoing BALTOPS Operations aboard the USS Bainbridge. In 2019, AT2 Mulcahy became an instructor at CNATTU Jax and has been teaching sailors for the past three years. His decorations include the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2 awards) and various unit and campaign awards.

As an instructor he gained a huge affection for helping his junior sailors, which often led to questions about the real estate market. Having been stationed in Jacksonville for the past seven years and gaining valuable knowledge of the area he decided to make this is sole focus. His exceptional sales and customer service skills accompanied with strong organizational and time management skills, ensure his clients are given the best experience possible from beginning to end.

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Edrian Hortinela

REALTOR ®

Edrian is a Chief Naval Aircrewman Operator and sales associate with The Military Group. He is originally from Los Angeles, California and enlisted in the United States Navy in September of 2003. Edrian has been stationed in Virginia, Hawaii, Japan, and has spent the last 8 years in Jacksonville, Florida. His military decorations include the Navy Air Medal (4 awards), Navy Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (5 awards), and various unit and campaign awards.

Edrian has always possessed a passion for assisting others and a willingness to provide guidance to Sailors and their family throughout his career in the Navy, which encouraged him to earn his Real Estate license. Edrian established a career in Real Estate to extend his efforts and assist families in finding the home of their dreams.

Travis Tamillo

REALTOR ®
Travis Tamillo is a Navy Chief and licensed REALTOR® with The Military Group. A native of Athol, Massachusetts and joined the Navy in 2004. Fleet assignments include Patrol Squadron 4 (VP-4), Special Projects Patrol Squadron 2 (VPU-2) in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. In 2014 he became a Navy Recruiter in the coastal area of New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts. Subsequent tours include HSM-74 and FRCSE Detachment Mayport, FL where he is currently stationed. His tours included deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as well as deployments on board the USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) and USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116).
His drive to become a REALTOR® came after becoming a landlord and going through the process of purchasing multiple homes over the years due to change in duty stations. He has lived in the Jacksonville / St Augustine area for 5 years and recognizes the challenges military members and their families face with relocation. Travis is passionate about helping others find their next home, income property or selling their current home through an understanding of local markets, real estate fundamentals and a focus on loyalty and customer service.

Zachary Vollertsen

REALTOR ®
Senior Chief Vollertsen (retired) hails from Shawnee, Oklahoma, He enlisted in the United States Navy in November 2002.
His sea and overseas duty assignments include: AIMD Atsugi Japan, FRCNW, VAQ-137 Whidbey Island, Washington, VP-30, and HSM-48 where he deployed as LCPO of Detachment One for eight months aboard USS Vella Gulf (CG-72) in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Deployments include service in the Northern Atlantic, West Africa, Arabian Gulf, Arabian Sea, and the
Mediterranean Sea.
Zach has always possessed a passion for assisting others and a willingness to provide guidance to Sailors and their family throughout his career in the Navy, which encouraged him to earn his Real Estate license. Zach established a career in Real Estate to extend his efforts and assist families in finding the home of their dreams.

Tim McGuire

REALTOR ®

Chief Tim McGuire (retired) is a proud native of San Antonio, Texas, who embarked on his journey in the United States Navy back in August 2002. Over the course of his illustrious 21-year naval career, he served aboard a remarkable array of five ships, including the USS Stout (DDG 55), USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), USS Laboon (DDG 57), USS Wasp (LHD 1), USS Minneapolis/ St. Paul (LCS 21), and played a pivotal role while deployed on the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) as part of a Navy hovercraft crew. His career was characterized by a willingness to adapt, as he frequently found himself on short-notice change of duty stations, honing his expertise in military PCS relocation.

Throughout his time in the Navy, Tim's enduring passion for aiding others and providing unwavering guidance to fellow Sailors and their families shone brightly. This commitment drove him to pursue his Real Estate license. Today, Tim has transitioned into a successful career in Real Estate, using his experience and dedication to assist families in realizing their dream of finding the perfect home.

Mackenzie Morrison

REALTOR ®

Introducing MacKenzie Morrison, a dynamic and passionate real estate agent serving the vibrant city of Jacksonville, Florida. As a newly licensed professional and a proud Navy spouse, MacKenzie brings a unique perspective and unwavering dedication to her clients in the area.

With a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with military life, MacKenzie is well-equipped to assist fellow Navy families and those relocating to Jacksonville. She has personal experience navigating the intricacies of finding the perfect home in a new city, and is committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for her clients.

MacKenzie’s strong work ethic and attention to detail ensure her clients receive exceptional service from start to finish. She understands the importance of effective communication, active listening, and building trusting relationships with her clients. MacKenzie’s genuine care for her clients' needs and goals drives her to go above and beyond to meet and exceed their expectations.

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Johnny Groover

REALTOR ®
Corporal Johnny Groover (veteran), a dedicated realtor with a unique perspective and a passion for serving those who serve our country. With 4 years of honorable service in the Marines, he understand the challenges and complexities of military life, especially when it comes to finding the perfect home base.
His mission is to make your transition as smooth as possible. Whether you're PCSing, transitioning out of the military, or simply looking for a new place to call home, he's here to provide you with the expertise, support, and personalized attention you deserve.
With a keen understanding of the VA loan process, military relocation programs, and the specific needs of military families, He will work tirelessly to help you find the ideal home that meets your unique requirements. From navigating neighborhoods near military installations to negotiating the best deals, he is committed to ensuring your real estate experience is seamless and rewarding.

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