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The Starkey Team

Decades of combined experience in manufactured housing development, operations, finance, and community growth — all focused on Central and Northern Florida.

Leadership

People Who Know This Industry From the Inside

The Starkey team brings together a founder with deep real estate and development experience, an industry veteran with over four decades in manufactured housing, and a business development professional who understands how to position communities and build the relationships that fill them. We are a working team — not a management layer.

William “Bill” Starkey

Founder & Principal

Bill is a seasoned real estate professional and entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio of businesses in the real estate, development, consulting, and finance sectors.  As the founder of Starkey Real Estate and Development, Bill has overseen the successful acquisition, development, and management of numerous real estate projects. His keen eye for identifying prime investment opportunities and his commitment to delivering exceptional properties have solidified the company’s reputation as a leader in the industry.

He is also the owner of Starkey Communities, a company dedicated to creating vibrant, affordable, and sustainable residential communities. With a focus on innovative design, eco-friendly practices, and an “old school” sense of community, Starkey Communities has set new standards for affordable modern living.

Bill’s entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with his unwavering dedication to excellence, has earned him a respected reputation within the industry. His ability to navigate complex business landscapes and his commitment to delivering exceptional results have made him a driving force in shaping the real estate and development landscape in Central Florida.

He thoroughly enjoys creating teams to do the impossible, consulting, strategic advisory, as well as learning about and investing in start-ups. Most of all, Bill enjoys spending time his ever-growing family in the Orlando area.

Areas of Focus
  • Development Strategy
  • Acquisitions
  • Sales Systems
  • Construction
  • Financial Instruments
  • Real Estate

Terry

Advisor and MH Guru

Terry is a seasoned professional with over forty years of comprehensive Executive experience in the manufactured housing sector, encompassing manufacturing, sales, insurance, and finance. Terry has been a pivotal figure in shaping the industry through his multifaceted expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Career Highlights:

Terry’s extensive career began in the early 1970s, and he has since built a distinguished reputation in various facets of the manufactured housing industry. His early work in manufacturing laid a solid foundation for his understanding of the technical and operational aspects of the sector. Over the decades, he has honed his skills across several key areas:

Finance: Terry’s acumen in finance has been equally influential. He has played a crucial role in structuring financial products and services that facilitate homeownership and investment in manufactured housing. His work in finance includes developing innovative financing solutions and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Manufacturing: Terry’s initial foray into the industry involved hands-on roles in manufactured housing production. His keen eye for detail and innovation helped streamline manufacturing processes and improve product quality, setting new benchmarks for the industry.

Sales: Transitioning into sales, Terry leveraged his technical knowledge to effectively communicate the value of manufactured homes to potential buyers and investors. His strategic sales approaches and customer-centric focus contributed to significant market growth and enhanced client satisfaction.

Insurance: In the realm of insurance, Terry has been instrumental in developing and managing insurance solutions tailored to the needs of manufactured housing. His expertise in risk assessment and policy structuring has provided clients with comprehensive coverage options and financial protection.

Areas of Focus
  • MH
  • Insurance
  • Sales
  • Hiring
  • Strategy

Braeden

Business Development

Braeden serves as our Business Development Manager, bringing a strong background in business, marketing, and client service to Starkey Real Estate and Development. With a practical, hands-on approach and a commitment to honesty and integrity, he helps identify opportunities, build relationships, and support projects from concept through completion. Braeden is passionate about helping clients and partners navigate the real estate process and is focused on delivering solutions that move projects forward with confidence.

Magoo

Construction and Project Management

Magoo oversees construction and project management for Starkey Real Estate and Development, keeping projects organized, on schedule, and moving smoothly from start to finish. With a focus on quality, efficiency, and clear communication, he coordinates the day-to-day details that turn plans into completed projects. Magoo plays a key role in ensuring every build reflects the company’s standards for craftsmanship, reliability, and long-term value.

Kelly

COO

Kelly serves as Chief Operating Officer of Starkey Real Estate and Development, where she helps guide day-to-day operations, support strategic growth, and keep projects moving efficiently from start to finish. With a strong focus on organization, communication, and execution, she plays a key role in ensuring that every detail aligns with the company’s commitment to quality, professionalism, and long-term value. Kelly brings a steady leadership style and a collaborative approach that helps turn vision into results.

Victoria and Camille

Digital and Marketing Creatives

Camille and Victoria lead the digital and marketing creative efforts for Starkey Real Estate and Development, shaping the company’s online presence with fresh ideas, polished visuals, and engaging content. From brand storytelling to marketing strategy, they help present the company’s projects, properties, and people in a way that is professional, consistent, and memorable. Their creativity and attention to detail help strengthen the brand and connect with the right audience across every platform.

Areas of Focus
  • Website Development
  • Marketing Creatives
  • Digital and Sales Platforms
How We Work

A Small Team. A Focused Market. Full Engagement.

We are not a large organization with a management layer between you and the people doing the work. When you engage with Starkey Real Estate and Development, you are working directly with the team that is evaluating your opportunity, managing your community, or executing your fill-up strategy.

Our size is a deliberate choice. A focused team in a defined market — Central and Northern Florida manufactured housing — can develop the kind of depth that produces better decisions, stronger relationships, and more reliable outcomes than a broader, thinner operation.

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By the Numbers

Experience That Speaks Directly to This Market

40+
Years in Manufactured Housing
Terry's industry tenure, spanning manufacturing, sales, finance, and insurance
3
Core Disciplines
Development, operations, and community growth working as a single integrated team
8+
Florida Counties
Active markets across Central and Northern Florida where we have direct knowledge
100%
Florida Focused
Every project, every partnership, every market — exclusively Central and Northern Florida

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