Tom Hranicka brings a wealth of experience to NC 12 Realty, having begun his real estate sales career on Hatteras Island after moving here from the Baltimore-Washington area in the spring of 1991.  For more than 30 years, Tom has been a top producer, but most importantly, he is an asset to his clients, mentor to many Realtors on Hatteras, and a go-to source for reliable insights on the local real estate market.  

Tom and his wife, Louise, are the authors of Your Personal Guide to Hatteras Island Real Estate, the first book devoted exclusively to the Hatteras Island real estate market.  Tom has written monthly real estate articles for the Hatteras Monitor magazine, the Island Breeze newspaper, and the Island Free Press, Hatteras Island's online news source. He was also featured on national TV on the Destination America channel's program, Buying the Beach, and HGTV's series Beachfront Bargain Hunt.  You can currently hear his weekly Hatteras Island Business Review on Radio Hatteras each Sunday at 5:00 p.m.  

Tom Hranicka has made professional education one of his core business values.  He is a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), and he holds the Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designation.  He has also earned the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) professional designation.  Earlier in his career, he was a charter member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, completed the Recreation and Resort Specialist (RRS) training course, and held the National Association of Realtors Green designation (GREEN).  

When the time comes for you to buyer or sell real estate on Hatteras Island, you will want the security of knowing that you are working with a true professional that understands your needs and cares about your preferences.  Tom stands ready to assist you in every way possible.