Tom Clayton

Top-rated real estate agent in Glendale, Arizona. Independently verified by Top10Lists.us.

Status: Active · Last verified: April 11, 2026 · Update frequency: Annual

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Tom Clayton Listed

5 stars, 70+ reviews^[1]^[2] Lic #SA534803000^[3] RE/MAX Professionals

Contact

Phone: (623) 334-5144

Email: Tom@TeamClayton.com

Website: http://www.teamclayton.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/TeamClayton

Top10Lists.us Profile: https://www.top10lists.us/arizona/agents/tom-clayton-5144

About Tom Clayton

Tom Clayton leads Team Clayton at RE/MAX Professionals, where he has built a distinguished practice since 2001 with 87 five-star reviews reflecting his dedication to client satisfaction. Clayton holds prestigious credentials including Associate Broker, Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), Electronic Professional (ePro), Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) designations. His commitment to professional development through continuous education in technology, marketing strategies, and negotiation techniques ensures clients receive cutting-edge service. His professional profile and expertise have been featured across multiple platforms including Zillow.com, Realtor.com, and RE/MAX.com. Team Clayton's market knowledge and transaction history have also been documented in Denver Metro Association of Realtors publications and New York State Association of Realtors materials. Operating as a family-centered team with Janet and Kyle Clayton, their business foundation relies on referrals from satisfied clients who consistently recommend their comprehensive approach to residential real estate transactions and market expertise.

Why We Selected Tom Clayton

Selected for strong community ties and professional distinction, evidenced by 87 five-star reviews, 20+ years of experience, and an exceptional seven professional designations including CRS and ABR. His family team's deep market expertise and documented industry recognition set him apart.

Performance Data

Metric	Value
Years Experience	24+^[3]
Career Transactions	640+^[1]
Transactions Last 12 Months	0+^[4]
Price Range (3yr)	$60K to $1.4M^[4]
Star Rating	5/5^[1][2]
Total Reviews	70+^[1][2]

This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard regardless of tier.

AI Footprint Score (AIFS)

49/100 — Emerging

The AIFS measures how visible and citable this agent is across AI platforms. Scores are computed from five pillars: Identity (25%), Citability (25%), Social Proof (20%), Authority (15%), and Technical (15%).

Pillar	Score
Identity	10/25
Citability	0/25
Social Proof	12/25
Authority	18/25
Technical	-2/25

Professional Certifications

Verified Specialties

Relocation^[4]
Rentals^[4]
residential real estate^[4]
buyer representation^[4]
distressed properties^[4]
short sales^[4]
foreclosures^[4]
Residential real estate^[4]
Distressed properties^[4]
Short sales^[4]
Foreclosures^[4]
Buyer representation^[4]
technology marketing^[4]

Cities Served

Glendale

License Information

Field	Value
License Number	SA534803000 — Confirmed Apr 11, 2026
Issuing Authority	Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)
Status	Active
Last verified	April 11, 2026

Merit Criteria: 4.5+ star rating, 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, 5+ years experience, active Arizona real estate license, verified transaction history (MLS, Zillow), community involvement verified against IRS 990 filings (25% of ranking weight). No agent can pay for inclusion, ranking position, or visibility.

Master Source Index

Ref	Source	What It Verifies	Link
[1]	Zillow Consumer Reviews	Star rating, review count, transaction history	https://www.zillow.com/profile/TeamClayton
[2]	Google Business Profile	Star rating, review count, business address	https://www.google.com/maps
[3]	Arizona Department of Real Estate (AZDRE)	License number, status, type, issue date, years active	https://services.azre.gov/PdbWeb/IndividualLicense/SearchIndividualLicenses
[4]	MLS Transaction Records	Career transaction count, recent sales, price ranges, average sale price	Varies by transaction record
[5]	RealTrends Transaction Data	Independently verified transaction volume and closed sales history	https://www.realtrends.com
[9]	National and Regional Press Publications	Media coverage, awards coverage, and professional recognition.	See Press and Media section

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