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REAL ESTATE. BUILT FOR ATHLETES.

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Leading Athletes and Investors Into Real Estate With Purpose and Precision

Bruce Elia Jr. leads The Red Zone Agency with a clear mission: to help athletes secure their financial freedom post hanging up the cleats. He is deeply passionate about helping athletes understand and enter one of the most powerful wealth-building industries in the world… Real Estate.

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A Competitive Edge That Extends Past the Game

A former Division I college football player, Bruce brings the same discipline, focus, and team mindset to his work. His goal is to educate, mentor, and guide athletes so they can position themselves for success, build real wealth, and create a future that extends far beyond the game.

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Fifteen Years of Hands-On Real Estate Leadership

As the Founder of The Elia Realty Group and Co-Founder of Trelia - Creating Tomorrow’s Neighborhood today , Bruce has spent 15+ years mastering every stage of the real estate process: from brokerage and acquisitions to land development and investment strategy. His experience, education, and ability to execute gives him and his team the insight to help clients recognize strong opportunities in the real estate space.

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1. Education Before Execution
We believe long-term success starts with understanding. Our priority is to educate athletes and investors on how real estate works, the risks involved, and the strategies that build real wealth. Informed decisions always come before action.

2. Discipline, Strategy, and Precision
We apply the same discipline, preparation, and attention to detail required at the highest levels of sport. Every opportunity is evaluated with a strategic mindset, precise underwriting, and a focus on execution, not hype.

3. Building Wealth Beyond the Game
Our work is about legacy, not transactions. We guide athletes and investors toward opportunities that create financial stability, real ownership, and long-term impact, helping them build a future that extends far beyond their playing careers.

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From The CEO of The Red Zone Agency

“At The Red Zone Agency, we believe that building wealth begins with clarity. Whether you are a professional athlete, legacy investor, or commercial seller, we guide you through a variety of custom tailored options to help you make informed and strategic decisions to achieve your real estate goals. When you’re ‘In the Red Zone’, the pressure is on and the clock is ticking. Our mission is to help clients make informed real estate decisions, build lasting wealth, and create generational stability because while a career in sports may be super awesome, it's temporary, and securing your family’s future will be required forever.”

-Bruce Elia Jr.

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