Tom Maldonado

Team Member Since 2015

Tom, a native of Bronx, New York, is the Buyer Team Leader for The Kim Mixon Real Estate Team and a highly respected agent in the local real estate community. Since starting his career in 2013 and joining the Kim Mixon Team in 2015, Tom has built a track record of success helping hundreds of buyers navigate one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. He’s known for his sharp negotiation skills, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

As the leader of our Buyer Agent Team, Tom is not only a top-performing agent—he’s also the one behind the scenes overseeing every aspect of the buyer experience. He trains, mentors, and manages our team of Buyer Specialists to ensure each client receives expert guidance, attention to detail, and a smooth, strategic approach from start to finish. With a degree in Psychology from Middlebury College in Vermont and a competitive edge honed during his seven-year career as a professional hockey player, Tom brings both intellect and intensity to the table.

Licensed in both Georgia and Alabama, Tom is a true professional who brings peace of mind to the complexities of the home buying process. His depth of knowledge, market awareness, and solution-oriented mindset make him a powerful advocate for buyers—and a trusted leader within our team.

Outside of real estate, Tom is an avid athlete who enjoys golfing, hitting the gym, and staying actively involved in his kids’ sports and activities. He and his wife Lindsey have two children, Blake and Claire, and as a family they love cheering on the Auburn Tigers. They’re also regulars at local sporting events, especially games for the Columbus Clingstones and Columbus River Dragons. Whether at the ballpark or the closing table, Tom brings energy, enthusiasm, and a deep love for the community he calls home.

Tom, who once lived in Germany and the Netherlands, moved to Columbus in 2011 to play professional hockey for the now-defunct local team, the Columbus Cottonmouths; now he’s focused on his passion for real estate. He loves spending time with his spouse Lindsey, their son Blake, daughter Claire and playing with their golden lab, Jax. Tom enjoys athletic pursuits of all kinds, including Crossfit, golf, and cycling, which makes him a great fit for the athletic culture at the Kim Mixon Team.

Tom’s knowledge of the buyer process & expertise in our local market trends make him the right person to guide buyers through the process. Tom is resourceful, hardworking & skilled at meeting the needs of buyers as well as being the Leader of the Buyer Team for The Kim Mixon Real Estate Team.

The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field or endeavor.