Matthew Shaffer is an experienced real estate professional who comes to Engel & Volkers St. Augustine with a solid reputation in the local real estate industry as a knowledgeable and trustworthy advocate for his customers. With a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Wayne State University and as a former vice-president and co-owner of a successful Detroit construction business, Matthew also brings to his role as an Engel & Volkers Advisor an exceptionally strong background in business and finance. Matthew's education, experience, and business acumen make him uniquely well-qualified to deal with even the most complicated real estate transactions. He genuinely enjoys getting to know each of his customers and appreciates every opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and with varying circumstances. He strives to invest the necessary time to determine the best solution for each of his customers and truly gains a sense of satisfaction from being able to assist them in analyzing and understanding all facets of a property purchase, sale, or lease.As a result of his enthusiastic efforts to help preserve the character of St. Augustine's historic neighborhoods, Matthew currently serves on the City of St. Augustine's Planning and Zoning Board. Through his work on the Board, he has been able to bring valuable insight into the unique concerns associated with owning property within the City's historic districts.Matthew is a Certified Negotiation Expert and has been recognized as a Five-Star Professional award winner for each of the last several years. He works diligently to maintain his solid reputation as a knowledgeable real estate professional who is both appreciated as a helpful resource and respected as an honest and trustworthy ally.