Rana A Schafer
Real Estate Agent (Broker Sales)
Gainesville - FL

With a strong commitment to fostering relationships, this real estate professional finds immense satisfaction in guiding clients through the process of buying or selling their homes.

Originally from Gainesville, she arrived in 1984 to pursue her education at the University of Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Science, a Master’s in Engineering, and a degree in Computer Science Engineering. Following her academic achievements, she spent 13 years at Barr Systems Inc., where she advanced from Sales Consultant to Vice President of Sales and Marketing, gaining valuable experience in client relations and strategic marketing.

Her passion for real estate was sparked by her husband’s work as a general contractor, leading her to obtain her real estate license and join a premier brokerage in the area. She is deeply engaged in all facets of real estate, from understanding the needs of buyers and sellers to assessing properties and overseeing construction and renovation projects. Additionally, she manages several rental properties, further enhancing her expertise in the field.

A dedicated community member, she has actively participated in various local organizations, including school bands, PTAs, and youth sports programs such as Boy Scouts and volleyball. Her leadership roles within these groups reflect her commitment to community service, culminating in her recognition as the 2008 Volunteer of the Year for Talbot Elementary.

Her professional credentials include:

- Licensed Broker
- Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Specialist
- Consistent multi-million dollar producer, averaging over $20 million in sales volume
- Member of the Coldwell Banker International President's Elite, ranking in the top 2 percent of agents worldwide
- Member of the Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors, Florida Association of Realtors, and National Association of Realtors
- Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI)
- Certified New Home Specialist (CNHS)
- Residential Construction Certified (RCC)
- Fluent in Arabic and French

She is married and has two children, both of whom are following in her footsteps at the University of Florida, further enriching her connection to the community she serves.