Retired pitcher helps athletes find home

Former major leaguer-turned-Realtor knows what it is like to relocate on the fly. He now specializes in helping others do the same. It’s a niche market — with plenty of room for more.

Former Major League Baseball pitcher Chris Resop leads the Sports + Entertainment Division of William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage and Insurance out of the firm's Naples offices. Stefania Pifferi photo
Former Major League Baseball pitcher Chris Resop leads the Sports + Entertainment Division of William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage and Insurance out of the firm's Naples offices. Stefania Pifferi photo
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Throughout his 14-year professional baseball career, Naples native Chris Resop moved multiple times between major league teams and minor league assignments, often on a moment’s notice and without any meaningful assistance. That’s not unusual for professional athletes, particularly baseball players. 

 

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