About

Taking the guesswork out of finding the right property for you!

Dr. Michael & Mrs. Deborah Thompson are affiliate real estate brokers with Benchmark Realty, LLC. Together, their goal is to match people with properties and possibilities! As native Nashvillians, their success is achieved through commitment to their core values of Trust, Faith, and Love. They have one daughter, Savannah.

About Michael:

Michael Thompson is a real estate professional at Benchmark Realty, LLC with an extensive background in the K-12 education leadership, which allows him to bring unique ability to deliver real estate information clearly. Prior to education, Thompson served the local banking industry in credit operations, branch administration, as well as corporate and executive relocation services.

Michael believes his unique ability to capture the essence of his clients’ vision sets him apart. He thrives on understanding and exceeding his customers’ expectations.

Michael earned a bachelor’s degree in Communications from Middle Tennessee State University. He also earned a master’s degree in Teaching and a doctorate degree in Leadership, each from Trevecca Nazarene University. He is an ENFP on Myers-Briggs and his top five strengths are Positivity, Intellection, Includer, Significance, and Adaptability. Michael enjoys real estate investing, spending time with his family, watching biographies, true stories, and time travel movies. He is a native Nashvillian and is married to his best friend, Deborah.

About Deborah:

Deborah is a seasoned real estate professional with Benchmark Realty, renowned for her exceptional track record in customer satisfaction and her comprehensive expertise in the property market. Her background as an award-winning recruiter and sales expert in the direct selling industry has endowed her with a distinctive set of skills that she seamlessly translates into the real estate sector, ensuring her clients receive unparalleled service and results.

Before her flourishing career in real estate, Deborah distinguished herself as a state director where she demonstrated her leadership abilities by effectively coordinating prison chaplains and managing the complex religious requirements of over 5,000 volunteers in Tennessee’s correctional system. This experience honed her organizational, communication, and negotiation skills, all of which are vital in navigating the intricate real estate market.

A proud native of Nashville, Deborah’s local knowledge is both personal and profound. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, which further solidifies her deep-rooted understanding of the region she serves. Whether working with buyers, sellers, or investors, Deborah is committed to applying her extensive knowledge and professionalism to achieve her clients’ real estate goals.