Having worked for the City of Tampa for six years as a code enforcement officer, and privately as a certified home inspector, Ivan Colon developed a true love for the community. As a sales associate with Mihara and Associates Inc, Ivan combines that passion with his empathy for the specific needs of every customer as he assists his neighbors in making their property dreams a reality. With the limited number of homes currently on the market, you need a real estate professional with the right connections, technology, and strategies to achieve your homebuying or selling vision. Ivan will personally be your guide, taking you step-by-step through the journey. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed and want someone to take the lead, or you are seeking a second opinion, you can rest assured that Ivan will provide the service you need, in any market condition. Ivan is a member of Greater Tampa REALTORS®. Originally from Manhattan, Ivan earned a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice with a concentration on homeland security from East Coast Polytechnical Institute University in Virginia Beach, Virginia. A retired United States Marine, Ivan completed two combat tours in Iraq, serving as a rifleman and later as an imagery intelligence analyst. He is currently pursuing his master’s degree in criminology from the University of Tampa. In his spare time, he loves to travel and network within the community. He also enjoys boating and water sports such as deep-sea fishing and scuba diving. Ivan is also actively involved in several veterans’ organizations, including the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, the Wounded Warrior Project, and Veteran Affairs.USMC Retired