Meet Christina Bentley - A Heart for Service, A Passion for People, A Partner You Can Trust Christina Bentley is more than a Realtor--she's a woman of deep faith, a lifelong public servant, and a trusted guide for anyone looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate. Born and raised in St. Augustine, Florida, Christina's roots run deep in Northeast Florida. Her commitment to helping others began early and has only grown stronger over the years. Before real estate, Christina spent over a decade saving lives as a paramedic firefighter with St. Johns County Fire Rescue. She joined the department in 2003, was promoted to Rescue Engineer in 2005, and served at multiple fire stations throughout the county--including Ponte Vedra--where she operated both advanced life-saving fire trucks and rescue units. Christina was honored with multiple Life Saving Awards and also served as an instructor, teaching EMTs, paramedics, doctors, and nurses in critical care techniques such as ACLS and BLS. Her passion for serving others didn't stop at the firehouse. After the birth of her youngest daughter in 2011, Christina began searching for a career that allowed her to continue helping people while being more present for her family. Real estate was the perfect fit. She earned her Florida Real Estate License in 2012, went full-time in 2013, and has never looked back. Now with over 400 homes sold, Christina brings the same heart, discipline, and integrity that made her a respected first responder into every real estate transaction. She holds a Florida Broker's License and is a certified referral trainer and speaker through renowned real estate coach Michael J. Maher. Christina has trained and mentored hundreds of agents, helping them build businesses rooted in service and authenticity. In 2019, she opened a real estate brokerage, and in 2024, she transitioned her business under the national umbrella of LPT Realty as The First Response Team--a move designed to offer even more value, marketing power, and professional resources to her clients. The mission is simple: serve people first, real estate second. But Christina's service extends far beyond the closing table. She's an active community leader and volunteer, having served on the board of directors for both K9s United and the St. Augustine Humane Society. Her heart for giving has led her to organize countless outreach efforts--from school supply drives and Thanksgiving meals to disaster relief collections and Christmas toy drives for local children in need. Faith is central to Christina's life. She serves regularly through her church, Church of Eleven22, where she's involved in the Nehemiah Team, Buddy Break (a ministry for children with special needs), the Senior Ministry, the First Responder Chaplain team, and as a co-lead of a discipleship group. Christina and her husband, Lee--a longtime deputy with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office--met through their careers in public safety and were married in 2005. Together, they've built a blended family with two daughters, two bonus daughters, and are now proud grandparents to three granddaughters and one grandson. Whether you're a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, or looking to sell your home, Christina Bentley brings a servant's heart, a sharp professional skillset, and a wealth of local knowledge to your real estate journey. Her mission is to always put your needs first--because to Christina, real estate is not just about houses, it's about helping people feel cared for, supported, and confident every step of the way.