Gay Realtor Tucson: How I Started In Real Estate
Hi, I’m Tony Ray Baker and I had been going to school for several years and was pursuing several different majors. My favorite classes were psychology, law, interior design, and architecture. I was a very good student, with all A’s, and I was interested in all four subjects.
I pursued all four majors, only to find out that I didn’t like something about each of them. It was driving me crazy.
I was complaining to my mom about it one day and she said to me; “Tony, You’ve always worked in sales and you’ve always been good at sales. You’re great with people. You’re also great in school. The problem is, if you could you would be a professional student. Why don’t you try real estate? It has everything you like, sales, people, psychology, law, design, and architecture.”
It really annoyed me. I went home thinking she was encouraging me to quit school and I really did love school.
Gay Realtor Tucson: The Following Day
I called a real estate school to find out what it would take to become a Realtor in Tucson, Arizona. Thankfully the light bulb must have lit up sometime in my sleep. And, like most of the time, Mom was right.
That was 1994 and I am still selling real estate, full time, in Tucson, Arizona.
Ironically, I am still going to school. As a Realtor, I had to go to real estate school to get my state license.
The state of Arizona requires that I renew my real estate license every two years by taking 24 hours of continuing education classes.
Gay REALTOR Tucson, Media, Awards and Accreditations
And me, loving school like I do, I’ve taken several more years of real estate school and have six accreditations: ABR, CRS, and GRI, NARgreen, Eco Broker, and SFR.
I love Tucson and I love real estate and I get to go to school. Who would have thought? Okay, yes, you mom. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.
🏡 Top Questions About Working With Tony Ray Baker, Tucson REALTOR®
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How long has Tony Ray been a Tucson REALTOR®?
Tony Ray has been a full-time REALTOR® in Tucson since 1994, helping buyers and sellers in every type of market. That’s 30+ years of local experience. Read his story.
What credentials and certifications does he hold?
He’s earned six industry designations: ABR, CLHMS Luxury Guild, CRS, GRI, NAR Green, EcoBroker, and SFR. Ongoing education is part of his practice. See accreditations.
Does Tony Ray specialize in LGBTQ+ clients?
Yes—Tony Ray is the creator of GayTucson.com and a proudly LGBTQ-affirming agent. He combines real estate expertise with community advocacy and resources for queer and trans clients. About our LGBTQ+ real estate services
Which areas of Tucson does he serve?
He represents buyers and sellers across the Tucson metro and Southwest Arizona, with deep knowledge of Tucson, Catalina, Oro Valley, Marana, Vail, Sahuarita, and Green Valley..
Do you offer virtual tours and remote closings?
Yes. Live video walk-throughs, curated video tours, e-signing, and fully remote coordination with lenders, inspectors, and title make moving from out of state easy. Book a quick consult
What is the Free Tucson Relocation Kit?
It’s our starter guide to neighborhoods, lifestyle, and the home-buying process in Tucson—built from decades of local experience. It’s free and we’ll tailor follow-ups to your timeline. Get the free kit
Who else is on the real estate team?
Tony Ray works closely with REALTOR® Darren Jones and a vetted network of affirming lenders, inspectors, insurance and title partners—so your whole transaction is aligned. Meet the team. Check out their 5 star referral app (ios – android)
What’s the best way to contact Tony Ray?
Call or text (520) 631-TONY (8669) or email TonyRay@GayTucson.com. Typical replies are same-day during business hours. Contact us
Always here to help,
Tony Ray,
(520) 631-TONY (8669)
Gay Tucson Real Estate Agent
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