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Michael Rudowitz is a Realtor with ERA ONETEAM REALTY, serving Jacksonville, St. Johns, Clay County, and Northeast Florida. Specializing in military relocation, he helps buyers, sellers, and PCS-bound families with 20+ years of sales experience and a relationship-first approach.
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Michael Rudowitz is a Realtor with ERA ONETEAM REALTY, serving Jacksonville, St. Johns, Clay County, and Northeast Florida. Specializing in military relocation, he helps buyers, sellers, and PCS-bound families with 20+ years of sales experience and a relationship-first approach.
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