Ellen Brand Smith is originally from Chicago, Illinois and graduated from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, in 1988 with a BS in Economics. She then moved out to California, where she earned her MBA from Pepperdine University and began her business career with a Fortune 500 company in Los Angeles. Ellen later formed her own company, Brand Merchandising, which became a leading service company in the Western United States.
Ellen has lived all over the country, but has lived in Madison, MS with her husband, Tom, and their two daughters (one is married and one is in college) for 20 years. Mississippi is also where she discovered her passion for the real estate business and the local outdoor lifestyle. Together, Ellen and Tom opened Tom Smith Land & Homes to be the area’s premier real estate brokerage. She manages the residential side of the business with a focus on homes and commercial properties throughout the region. Ellen has been selling real estate for 20 years to satisfied clients, periodically flipping houses, and has sold properties all over the State.
Naturally, Ellen brings her strong business savvy and detail-oriented approach to real estate. She loves helping clients make the most of their opportunities in this market. With Ellen as your real estate guide, you get the knowledge you need, the protection you deserve.
Sam Sample is a resident of Holmes County, Mississippi, where he works as a Realtor and serves as one of the Tom Smith Land and Homes land specialists. Having lived on his family’s farm in the area for 40 years, Sam has a deep connection to the community and the land. He attended both public and private schools in Holmes County, as well as Junior College, where he met his wife. Together, they returned to Sam’s family farm to make their home.
Despite the economic challenges that some may see in Holmes County, Sam has never considered moving his family away. He feels a strong attraction to the area’s remoteness and lack of mainstream influence. With over 23 years of experience working for an electric power association in several counties, including Holmes, Humphries, Yazoo, Warren, Sharkey, and Issaquena, Sam has a unique perspective on the region.
In 2002, Sam became an insurance associate, which has allowed him to pursue his passion for land management and agriculture. He is the owner-operator of a family farm that produces cattle, timber, and hay, and also offers recreational activities such as hunting, fishing, and hiking. With this diverse experience, Sam believes he is uniquely qualified to help clients buy or sell residential, recreational, or agricultural land.
If you’re looking to buy or sell property in the Holmes County area, Sam and the team of land specialists at Tom Smith Land and Homes are ready to help. He welcomes the opportunity to discuss your interests and provide guidance in finding the perfect property.
